Project Manager - Business Development

Cando Rail & Terminals • ,

136d

About The Position

The Project Manager works with the Senior Project Manager and the Business Development and Project teams to develop and execute strategies for new and existing operations throughout Cando. The role is involved in all phases of the project life cycle, including technical assistance with project proposals, design, build, troubleshooting, project organization, operational startup, and transition activities across the Cando network. The Project Manager supports new business opportunities, coordinates project delivery, manages project scope, finances, timelines, quality, risks, suppliers, and stakeholder relationships, and helps prepare operations for handover. The position requires the ability to travel to locations throughout Canada and the United States and to be away from home for extended periods.

Requirements

• Experience working in project execution in an industrial and/or rail environment.
• Experience working with financial information and interpreting budgets and bid and/or tender documents.
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize workload independently to execute projects in a dynamic environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, motivational support, teamwork, and conflict resolution skills.
• Working knowledge of project management principles and Cando’s service delivery practices.
• Advanced computer skills and ability to learn, implement, and share processes and technologies.
• Proficiency with Office 365 programs, including Outlook, Word, Excel, MS Projects, and MS Visio.
• Awareness of lean management principles and concepts.
• Ability to hold and maintain required certifications and licenses, including customer-specific orientations, site access requirements, and a driving license.
• Ability to travel to various locations throughout Canada and the United States and be away from home for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Diploma in Business or Project Management.
• Background in establishing new business and building teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution and implementation of new business opportunities with the Project Management team.
• Build positive relationships with stakeholders and promote harmonious employee, customer, and contractor relations; guide and coach employees, supervisors, and managers.
• Provide technical input for company proposals, including costing, schedules, schematics, and conceptual drawings.
• Establish and communicate project scope to stakeholders.
• Coordinate and oversee project planning, design, preparation, execution, and closeout.
• Engage and communicate with stakeholders as required.
• Lead implementation of innovative work environments and communicate project initiatives, decisions, and policies.
• Conduct field activities, including site setup, support, visits, and investigations.
• Review existing processes and operations and recommend efficiency improvements throughout the project life cycle.
• Identify, vet, and manage suppliers, engineering firms, consultants, and subcontractors, including financial matters, contractor management programs, contract negotiations, and documentation.
• Manage regulatory compliance, HAZOP, risk assessments, monitoring, and related HSSE policies.
• Create and implement work systems and procedures for operational handover and provide training to site supervisory teams.
• Maintain project timelines, budgets, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Apply project management practices and disciplines; monitor and control project execution.
• Identify and implement mitigations to maintain project scope and manage project risks.
• Develop short- and long-term project goals and objectives, and ensure employees and subcontractors have the understanding, skills, training, and resources to meet them.
• Ensure efficient project work systems and procedures are in place and help Site Supervisors make adjustments as needed.
• Maintain project quality, scope, and financial aspects; monitor budgets and expenses.
• Create, track, and maintain financial records, reports, and processes.
• Work with stakeholders to prepare plans, specifications, estimates, and site safety and emergency plans.
• Foster continuous improvement, workplace safety and health, and problem-solving initiatives.

Benefits

• Work-life balance with fixed schedules.
• Technical and leadership training programs.
• Award-winning safety culture.
• Employee ownership program.
• Group life, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible health and dental benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed