Job Description

Permanent - Full Time

Location: Regina or Saskatoon

At SaskPower, we generate more than just electricity for Saskatchewan people. We offer some of the best jobs in the province.

Our challenging careers will help you grow while being surrounded by a fully-committed team, committed to safety, openness, collaboration and accountability. If you\'re someone who thrives in a team environment and doesn\'t shy away from a good challenge, join us!

Apply no later than 08/07/2023 to be considered for this opportunity.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Project Manager is accountable to provide leadership and direction to portfolio, program and/or project teams. As a member of SaskPower\'s management team, this position is responsible for the effective utilization of people, material, financial resources and human capital in order to manage, coordinate and lead major portfolios, programs and/or projects for the whole project lifecycle; ensuring alignment with departmental and corporate strategic goals and objectives.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Manage the scope, schedule cost, contracts and relationships between stakeholders of all assigned portfolios, programs and/or projects according to project specifications
• Manage the portfolio/program/project team and oversee integration, communications, quality, risk and procurement integration and strategies
• Report on trends, variances and provide leadership to take corrective action when portfolio/program/project(s) deviate from original plans and objectives
• Manage portfolio/program/project workload(s) by delegating responsibilities and authority to task managers and portfolio/program/project team members
• Prepare and submit portfolio/program/project budget estimates and tender evaluations in alignment with departmental strategic plans and forecasting initiatives
• Plan and prepare portfolio/program/project schedules and milestones while monitoring progress against established schedules
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors
• Develop and implement appropriate quality, change management and communication strategies
• Anticipate, assess and manage portfolio/program/project risks during execution
• Assess, develop and implement new technologies, standards, processes and methodologies
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure necessary and qualified personnel are assigned to portfolio/program/project(s)
• Represent SaskPower on matters both internal and external to the corporation
• Prepare progress reports and issue progress schedules to clients, senior management and executive staff
• Ensure portfolio/program/project plans and tasks are implemented in accordance with applicable technical, environmental and safety regulations, policies and procedures
• Provide and demonstrate leadership, team building and direction to project personnel including SaskPower and Contractor employees
• Other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Bachelor\'s Degree or Diploma in a related field AND/OR;
• Related professional designation(s) and/or certification(s) (PMP, Prince2)
• 4 Years of related experience
• Ability to strategize, plan and organize
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
• Results oriented thinker, with the ability to influence and manage complex and confidential projects/issues with sensitivity and professionalism
• Ability to meet deadlines and deal with quick turnarounds
• Ability to manage tasks and direction effectively
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Strong team leader with the ability to influence the performance of others
• Ability to foster a culture focused on safety, innovation and teamwork
• Demonstrated skill in SaskPower\'s competencies
• Must have a continuing record of professional development

A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered

Candidates under consideration may be required to participate in an assessment process consisting of any/all of the following: interview, abilities test, case study and/or presentation.

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SaskPower offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Diversity and inclusion are also a priority for us. At SaskPower, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and having a workforce representative of the communities we serve. We are committed to selections based on merit and to the full participation of diversity groups. These groups include the four equity groups recognized by the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission: Indigenous Peoples, Members of Visible Minority Groups / Racialized Groups, Persons with Disabilities and Women in Under-Represented Roles, as well as LGBTQ persons and Newcomers to Saskatchewan.

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Please apply by 08/07/2023.

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