Project Manager Location: Edmonton, AB Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid Contract Details Position Type: Contract Contract Duration: 12 months Pay Rate: C$50.00 C$90.00 / Hour (CAD) Shift / Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM 4:00 PM Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support a Transmission Program Management team in delivering multiple high-voltage transmission infrastructure projects in the Edmonton area.
This role is responsible for managing projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring safe execution, effective cost and schedule control, strong stakeholder coordination, and compliance with applicable regulatory and organizational requirements.
The successful candidate will bring a strong background in construction project management, preferably within electric utilities, transmission infrastructure, or energized substations.
Key Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of construction and transmission infrastructure projects from inception through closeout.
Oversee project budgets, cost forecasts, schedules, and change approvals.
Promote safe work planning, hazard identification, and compliance with applicable Health, Safety and Environment requirements.
Coordinate project activities across engineering, project controls, construction crews, contractors, and other stakeholders.
Lead procurement activities, including Request for Proposal development, tendering, bid evaluation, contract negotiations, and contract administration.
Maintain accurate project documentation, reports, schedules, and governance records.
Participate in field kickoffs, site walkdowns, and construction safety inspections.
Monitor project performance, resolve issues, manage changes, and support successful project delivery.
Provide regular project updates and maintain required reporting and documentation.
Required Skills Experience with utility construction in energized substations.
Knowledge of electrical hazards and appropriate safe work practices.
Experience with project permitting, environmental assessments, and stakeholder engagement.
Strong understanding of project management processes and procedures aligned with PMBOK .
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contractors, and project deliverables.
Preferred Skills Familiarity with the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) project lifecycle.
Experience managing procurement for major equipment and construction services.
Experience with high-voltage transmission projects or utility infrastructure programs.
Education Requirements Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or a relevant technical certificate/diploma with at least 10 years of relevant experience.
Project Management Professional (PMP) designation (preferred).
Required Experience Minimum 5 years of project management experience in a construction workplace.
Important Notes The following training must be completed within one month of contract execution, unless an alternative timeline is approved: Construction Safety Training System (CSTS) Electrical Safety Training System (ESTS) Contractor Management WHMIS Worker Education Hazard Management Equivalent third-party courses or internally delivered training may be considered.
Training costs and associated time are the contractor's responsibility.
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📌 Project Manager (Edmonton)
🏢 GTT
📍 Edmonton