Summary About the Role As Lead Project Manager - Grid Automation, you will take ownership of a portfolio of concurrent Grid Automation projects - spanning Protection Relays, Substation & Distribution Automation, Monitoring & Diagnosis, and Systems & Services - from tender through warranty close-out.

What You Will Do

Manage full project lifecycles - from tender through warranty end - ensuring strong outcomes in scope, cost, schedule, quality, and safety

Serve as the primary customer point of contact, developing and sustaining long-term client relationships

Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, contract administration, contract management, finance, and procurement to execute projects successfully

Own on-time delivery, sales and cash-in realization, accurate forecasting, risk management, and customer satisfaction

Apply project management best practices per the Project Management Handbook and relevant product-line guidance

Provide monthly updates on action plans and sales/cash forecasts

Prepare and present project reviews

Contribute to continuous improvement within the Operations department

Champion EHS/safety performance - ensure full compliance with company rules and that project teams (internal and subcontracted) hold required qualifications and training

Follow company compliance policies and promote a culture of open reporting

Support the Commercial team during pre-contract activities, sharing lessons learned and helping optimize project costs and deliverables

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college OR 6 years of equivalent professional experience in lieu of a degree

Minimum of 5 years of experience in electricity grid engineering or project management

Ability and willingness to travel approximately 20% of the time, in compliance with company travel and tax policies

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering

PMP Certification





Proficiency with project management tools and methodologies

Strong written and verbal communication skills; full fluency in English

Proven ability to lead and motivate project teams with autonomy and rigor

Experience working in multicultural environments (international/expatriate experience a plus)

Prior experience managing customer-facing projects in Electricity Transmission, Distribution, or Industrial markets

Technical and business knowledge in Digital Substation, Protection, and Control activities

Demonstrated leadership within a project-based structure

Strong interpersonal, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills

Familiarity with contractual terms and contract management experience

Strong negotiation and influencing skills

Ability to manage multiple long- and short-term projects simultaneously

Compensation and Benefits The pay range for this Canadian-based position is $110,100 - $165,200 CAD annually. Actual compensation will be based on the candidate's experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

Work Arrangement and Location

This is a full time role based in Markham, Ontario, Canada, requiring approximately 20% travel to customer sites and project locations.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

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📌 Lead Project Manager – Grid Automation (Winnipeg)
🏢 CB1173 GEPR Energy Canada
📍 Winnipeg