Project Manager, Hydro and Dams
About The Position
As a Project Manager supporting Hydropower and Dams projects, you will play a key role in delivering complex projects in hydroelectric infrastructure across Ontario and Atlantic. Your work will support the reliability, modernization, and resiliency of critical power infrastructure that millions of people depend on. You will work closely with the hydropower and dams design teams and our market managers to lead and manage projects and business opportunities with our various clients. This position will be located out of one of our Western Canadian offices in British Columbia, Alberta or Saskatchewan. You’ll collaborate with diverse technical teams, utilities partners, contractors, and stakeholders — contributing to the planning and execution of meaningful, high impact infrastructure investments that strengthen communities and shape the province’s energy future. Our Power Canada division within ERI supports our clients from coast to coast. Over the decades, we have developed a wide range of services, including technical study preparation in niche areas, project management, detailed design and site services. Our expertise is recognized throughout the market for both development and rehabilitation projects. Our experts work together to provide our clients services that live up to our vision of meeting the highest industry standards and innovating to exceed them.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or any other relevant field
- Senior-level experience (10+years) in the hydropower and dams sector, supported by a strong professional network
- Strong experience in the management of multidisciplinary projects
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to meet deadlines and effectively manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strong planning, organizational, prioritization, and teamwork skills
- Initiative, proactivity, resourcefulness, autonomy, and attention to detail
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and strong decision-making abilities
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of scheduling software such as MS Project or Primavera P6
- P.ENG designation or eligibility to obtain registration desired
- MBA or PMP certification
Responsibilities
- Manage multidisciplinary hydropower and dam projects
- Develop, maintain, and strengthen long-term client relationships
- Demonstrate consistent leadership
- Participate in conferences and training activities to promote WSP and develop new skills
- Occasionally travel for project meetings, site visits, training sessions, and other related activities
- Support WSP’s project management processes throughout all phases: opportunity, initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout
- Monitor project costs and schedule using appropriate tools and techniques, including Earned Value Management (EVM)
Benefits
- Flexible work, real balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
