Project Manager, Power Generation

Our client is looking for a Project Manager, Power Generation to lead the development of the expanding large-scale power generation project portfolio across Canada and the US. Reporting to the Manager, PES Projects, this position will be responsible for advancing projects through commercial development, regulatory approvals, Front-End Engineering and Design (FEED) and into execution.

This role requires strong technical, commercial, regulatory, and stakeholder management capabilities. The successful candidate will possess a proven track record of developing complex energy infrastructure projects, navigating multiple regulatory environments and driving project certainly in dynamic market conditions.

The role will support a portfolio that may include natural gas-fired generation (front of meter and islanded), battery energy storage systems (BESS), cogeneration facilities and hybrid energy solutions supporting North America’s growing electricity demand.

This position will require travel to various site locations on a regular basis across North America. Hours of work may need to be extended as business needs arise.

Key Responsibilities

- Foster a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement while leading multidisciplinary project teams and contract partners
- Lead the protected and successful execution of power generation projects from Final Investment Decision (FID) through commissioning, startup, and commercial operation
- Assume overall accountability for project performance, including safety, scope, schedule, cost, quality, and operational readiness
- Administer and manage project development and execution under various contracting models such as Engineering, Procurement, Construction/Management (EPC(M) EPC, Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) , Design Bid Build (DBB) or other
- Direct execution and engineering contractors,



Owner's Engineers, OEMs and consultants to safely execute project objectives
- Develop and maintain integrated project execution plans, schedules, budgets, resource plans, and performance metrics
- Establish and maintain an integrated set of project controls activities including forecasting, earned value management, change management, risk management, and monthly performance reporting
- Manage commercial and contractual relationships with contractors, equipment suppliers, and service providers, including claims avoidance and dispute resolution
- Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations stakeholders to ensure alignment across all phases of execution
- Identify, assess, and mitigate execution risks related to safety, schedule, cost, supply chain, labor availability, constructability, and startup readiness
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, environmental, permitting, stakeholder commitments and corporate
- Lead project governance processes, stage-gate reviews, executive reporting, and investment performance updates for senior leadership
- Oversee commissioning, performance testing, turnover, and operational acceptance activities to ensure achievement of plant performance guarantees
- Engagement with local Independent System Operators (ISO) to support interconnection of projects

Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Process, Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or related field) or a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management




- A minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in the development and execution of thermal generation and complex industrial or infrastructure projects across a wide geography base
- Demonstrated experience managing projects through engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup
- Experience working with Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Management (EPC and EPCM) contractors, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), engineering consultants, and project developers
- Strong understanding of project controls, including cost management, scheduling, forecasting, change management, and risk management
- Experience with gas-fired generation including reciprocating engines, simple-cycle (aeroderivative, small and large frame) combined-cycle, cogeneration, or other thermal power generation technologies is considered a strong asset
- Ability to travel throughout North America as required by the project

Nice to have

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly to various audiences
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions
- Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project) and other relevant tools
- Project Management Professional (PMP) designation
- Understanding of the power market framework and key stakeholders that influence energy projects in North America
- Ability to influence others not directly under your supervision

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Calgary, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

- thermal power generation: 10 years (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Project Manager Power Generation (Calgary)
🏢 Debbie Mastel and Associates
📍 Calgary