Senior Manager Project Execution

Saint John, NB, CA, Canada

Job Description


As our Senior Manager Project Execution, you will be responsible for all capital and expense projects within the Saint John refinery, as well as providing agile support to strategic projects across other business areas. Your goal will be to lead a team of dedicated Project Managers and frequently collaborate with our Project Controls, Portfolio Management, Turnaround, Supply & Terminals, and Business Development teams to ensure we are managing safe, environmentally sound and efficient projects. Your success will be to "Design and Construct" management system elements for project execution and ensuring fit for purpose best practices are developed and consistently employed across each category of projects.
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply by October 12th, 2025.
What We Offer:Work Environment - Work and grow within Canada's largest Refinery, with strong safety culture, access to a fitness facility, an onsite medical team, and a cafe Competitive Compensation - Including an annual bonus plan, and pension plan Flexible Benefits Plan - In effect from day one and offers three levels of coverage to select from to meet your unique, personal needs. Paid Vacation - Plus an annual option to purchase additional vacation, too Wellness Support - With 24/7 access to our Employee & Family Assistance Program Opportunity to give back to some amazing causes in our community - Choose when and where to make an impact with a paid volunteer day, company volunteer opportunities, and a donation-matching program

Your Responsibilities:Lead the integration of all disciplines participating in the development of project plans including scope, schedule, budget and alignment to company strategy Determine the discipline and resources allocation for detailed planning and execution of a $250M - $400M per year sustaining capital program Foster a collaborative teamwork environment delivering integrated project plans and management of change for detailed engineering, procurement and contracting, fabrication and construction, and commissioning/ startup of projects Maintain leadership accountability for stakeholder engagement, reporting of project performance in Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) phases Act as a key participant and advisor in Front End Loading (FEL) phases of business case and project conceptual development on critical decisions to ensure understanding and commitment to EPC strategies and execution Lead the continuous development and improvement of Operational Excellence Management System (OEMS) on areas of people/culture, technology, policies and work practices to deliver projects consistent with industry benchmarks, best practices with fit for purpose solutions, for the develop and execute phases of projects, including the current Project Procedures Manual (PPM) Administer responsibility and leadership to Project Managers for Turnaround, Major, Sustaining and non-refinery projects Establish, educate and apply a standard fit for purpose of all projects with the intent to most effectively manage scope, schedule, budget and startup and safety risk Assign appropriately experienced and skilled Project Manager to specific projects or work areas Participate in Portfolio Management strategy development, and project execution change management as portfolio needs, opportunities develop Ensure Program and Project Execution Risk/Opportunity Registry is actively managed and stewarded to

Your Skills:Strong sense of responsibility and accountability associated with ensuring safe and environmentally compliant operations Open to change and proven experiences of taking on challenging change initiatives within teams and organizations Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and collaborate with cross functional teams Effective communication with all levels within organization and ability to influence stakeholders Ability to deal with short term priorities without losing focus on long term initiatives Self-motivated with a positive attitude Ability to easily adapt to changing priorities and break-in work activities

Your Experience:University degree in Engineering required. MBA or equivalent considered an asset Minimum of 15 years' experience in refinery environment with 7-10 years of progressive management experience in Project Management Field-based construction experience within a refinery or oil and gas facility preferred Project Management Professional designation is an asset but not a requirement
Irving Oil is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive work environment. We thrive on the good energy that's

created when our people from different backgrounds, identities, cultures and experiences share their unique perspectives.

Diversity is key to our success and inclusion is everyone's responsibility.Job Requirements - Work Experience
Project Management, Refinery Operations
Job Requirements - Education
Bachelors

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2773422
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Saint John, NB, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned