Job Description

About Us:

At North Star, we provide exceptional project management that sets a clear course for success. We unite the best people, processes, and technology to deliver projects safely, on-time, and on-budget. We are experts in the design, construction, and maintenance of a wide range of heavy industrial and infrastructure projects in mining, energy, road construction, and more.

About The Role:

We are seeking a

Capital Planning Project Manager

,

based in St. John's, NL

, for a

1-year contract position with the possibility of extension

. This role will support the coordination, tracking, and delivery of capital project initiatives outside the regular capital budget framework. It is ideal for a technically minded and detail-oriented professional who excels at managing complex project data, maintaining organization-wide visibility of deliverables, and driving alignment among multiple departments.

The successful candidate will develop and maintain project databases, master lists, and schedules; facilitate reviews and meetings; monitor progress; and prepare regular management and executive-level reports.

Please note that we are accepting resumes for this role on behalf of one of our clients. If your experience and qualifications seem like a great fit, your application details will be shared with our client for their review.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain project trackers and progress reports for key capital initiatives. Support the preparation, submission, and approval of project documentation, including FEED Alignment Documents (FADs), Basis of Estimates (BOEs), and project proposals. Identify and manage schedule risks and support change management processes. Manage master project lists and ensure alignment across departments and timelines. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders--including Regulatory Affairs, Engineering, Business Development, Transmission Planning, and Long-Term Asset Planning--to develop execution strategies. Track, review, and facilitate approvals for new support requests, providing recommendations for action. Prepare regular performance and status reports for management and executives. Analyze performance metrics to identify process improvements and implement corrective actions where needed. Support management through coordination, communication, and execution of administrative and reporting requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in

Engineering, Technical Project Management, or a related field

. Minimum

5 years of relevant project management experience

. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail. Proven ability to multitask and manage priorities effectively. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal). Experience collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders. Proficiency with

MS SharePoint

and other Microsoft Office applications. Experience in

regulatory strategy or process

is considered an asset. Demonstrated ability to consider differing perspectives and foster team alignment.
Please note that you may be required to work in an industrial environment, requiring hands-on field supervision. This may include working at heights, dirty/dusty and noisy environments, and confined spaces. All personal protective equipment and site-specific training will be provided.

A negative pre-employment drug and alcohol test, along with an acceptable driving record are important parts of our safety program and are requirements for employment.

North Star Associates is strongly committed to employment equity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who are eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship. We thank all candidates for their interest and wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Find out more about North Star Associates by visiting our website at www.nsainc.ca.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $50.00-$90.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 37.5 per week

Benefits:

Dental care Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person