Project Manager

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is hiring a Project Manager based in our Vancouver, British Columbia offices. The Project Manager reports to the Director of Project Delivery. You will be responsible for working alongside other discipline managers, technical leads and project managers and be responsible for project management of various projects within the team.

The ideal candidate will have a broad base of engineering design and leadership experience and will be a motivated self‑starter who embraces the opportunity to work on a variety of projects concurrently. Projects vary in size and complexity, resulting in the necessity to manage multiple projects simultaneously. It is an expectation that the Project Manager will manage activities including, but not limited to, budget, schedule, quality assurance, engineering, procurement support, construction management support and safety.

Your role

• The successful delivery of the project to agreed targets, e.g., schedule, budget, and quality.
• Identifying, escalating, and managing any matters which could pose a potential contractual and, or commercial risk.
• Setting objectives, and defining tasks for the project team, delegating authority, and agreeing with the project director how risks will be shared, as necessary.
• Actively managing the project – both technically and financially, in accordance with corporate and business policies, directives, guidance and procedures. Protecting the commercial interest of the project.
• Facilitating communication, co‑ordination, and information flow with the Client and within the project team, including any subcontractors and partners (internal and external).
• Facilitation of all technical documentation required for the execution of the project (Technical studies, Design basis, Conceptual designs, Detailed designs, technical specifications, Field work, Tender Phase services, Construction Phase Services and Record drawings).
• Work within financial constraints and understanding of project financial workings.
• Establishing and maintaining a climate favorable to the application of ethical and professional practices in the execution of the engineering work.

About you

• Bachelors degree in engineering, an electrical degree is preferred, a project management accreditation (PMP) is an asset.
• 5‑10 years of experience in project management with a degree in either Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical engineering. Experience of working within a large design team is an asset.
• Experience in the following is considered a distinct asset, Transmission and Distribution, working with a major utility, working in an EPCM environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices and the flow of design in project management.
• Knowledge of all project management functions, including design, contracts, procurement of services, and project accounting.
• Proficient with standard computer tools including MS Office Suite.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• A distinct results‑based orientation combined with outstanding communication, interpersonal and team building skills.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like‑minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time‑off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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We're AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.