Senior Project Manager

About

Our client, a well-established industrial contractor operating across Canada, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join their team in Sherwood Park, Alberta. This role will oversee major industrial construction and maintenance projects across Alberta and Saskatchewan, with a focus on heavy industrial, shutdown, and maintenance environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the successful execution of industrial construction and maintenance projects from pre-construction through completion.
• Oversee project operations including budgeting, scheduling, forecasting, subcontractor coordination, and overall project performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a key point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks early, and provide proactive solutions to leadership and clients.
• Prepare and present project cost reports, schedules, forecasts, and performance updates to senior management.
• Coordinate field operations and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and within scope.
• Mentor and support Project Managers, Coordinators, and junior staff on project delivery best practices.
• Ensure all projects comply with Health, Safety & Environmental standards and quality requirements.

Ideal Candidate Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive experience in heavy industrial construction, turnaround maintenance, and project management environments.
• 5–10 years of field construction experience within industrial projects.
• Degree, diploma, trade certification, or equivalent technical training in a related discipline.
• Strong experience managing industrial projects involving maintenance, shutdowns, and brownfield construction scopes.
• Proven background in budgeting, scheduling, project controls, forecasting, risk management, and contract administration.
• Experience leading client-facing communications and managing long-term stakeholder relationships.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team management capabilities.
• Familiarity with industrial HS&E regulations, quality standards, and project execution best practices.
• Project Management certification or formal PM training is considered an asset.

Why this Firm?

• Competitive compensation package with strong earning potential.
• Comprehensive benefits package and retirement savings program.
• Long-term career growth opportunities within a stable and growing organization.
• Opportunity to lead large-scale industrial projects across Canada.
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment.
• Join a company with a strong reputation in the industrial construction sector.