Intermediate Project Manager - BC Hydro Client Team

<b> Overview / Responsibilities </b><br><br>Wood has an exciting opportunity for an <b>Intermediate</b> <b>Project Manager </b>to join our BC Hydro client team team located in Vancouver, BC. <br><br><b> Wood </b><br><br>Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment sectors, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com <br><br>We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, comprehensive benefits including a wellness platform as well as great savings programs and six employee networks where we create communities and build inclusive working environments. There are numerous opportunities for continuing education with Wood through our Global Technical Expert Networks and through our externally accredited Wood Project Management Academy. <br><br><b> The Opportunity </b><br><br>The role involves project management for our BC Hydro project team where you will collaborate with a range of discipline specialists, including environmental (archaeology, wildlife, vegetation and aquatic, soils and contaminated lands) and infrastructure (geotechnical, hazardous materials and quality control) professionals. The Project Manager is responsible for the management of environmental and engineering tasks and coordination with the engineering design and construction management teams supporting large infrastructure projects. <br><br>A strong background in natural sciences, engineering, or geosciences is a core strength for the role. The successful candidate will have the ability to incorporate environmental and engineering information into effective planning, design, and permitting process for development projects. <br><br>You will be responsible for a diverse and exciting portfolio of projects. Applicants should be comfortable managing multiple projects (from 3 to 12 projects at any given time) at different stages of development and excel at keeping projects moving forward efficiently on schedule and within budget. <br><br>This position can be based out of our Vancouver office with the flexibility to work remotely while balancing field and office needs. <br><br><b> Key Responsibilities: </b><br><ul><li> Development of proposals, work scopes, schedules and cost estimates </li><li> Prepare and execute Project Management Plans including Work Plans, Risk Management Plans, Health and Safety Plans, Quality Plans, and Communications Plans, taking corrective actions as required to keep the project on track </li><li> Management of budgets and schedule on complex, multidisciplinary projects </li><li> Communication with the client throughout the lifecycle of the project, maintaining deliverable accountability, and client relationship/satisfaction </li><li> Collaboratively coordinate with Engineering Project Managers, Construction Managers internal Discipline Leads, and sub-consultants for the timely execution of deliverables </li><li> Provide oversight and coordination during project construction including: <ul><li> Environmental orientation and training of crews </li><li> Environmental management/protection plan applications </li><li> Incident management </li><li> Environmental auditing and assessment </li></ul></li><li> Assist in the development of monitoring studies to confirm the compliance and effectiveness of environmental mitigation and compensation measures </li><li> Participate in government agency consultation meetings and public information sessions to establish sound working relationships with diverse stakeholder groups </li></ul> <br><br><b> Skills / Qualifications </b><br><br><ul><li> Post-secondary education in Natural Sciences, Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Engineering, or a related science/engineering discipline </li><li> 5 years direct experience in resource industry and/or infrastructure development projects with focus in environmental support and permitting capability. Preference given to those with experience in linear infrastructure projects such as, roadways, highways, pipelines, railways and power transmission lines </li><li> Experienced in implementing and auditing environmental management plans during construction </li><li> A proven track record of managing multiple projects at one time, completing projects on time and on budget with a high degree of client satisfaction; </li><li> The ability to work in multidisciplinary planning and design team environment, effectively communicate environmental constraints and opportunities, and work collaboratively with clients and discipline specialists to achieve innovative and compliant environmental mitigation measures </li><li> A leader in implementing health and safety protocols during project delivery on project sites </li><li> Registered or eligible for professional designation (R.P.Bio., R.B.Tech., P.Eng., P.Geo., P.Ag.) is an asset </li><li> Broad knowledge of applicable disciplines (biology, contaminated sites, geotechnical engineering, geosciences) is an asset </li><li> Experience with provincial and federal environmental legislation and regulatory process (WSA, Fisheries Act, CSR, SARA) is an asset </li><li> A valid, unrestricted Class 5 drivers license valid for use in BC is required for this role. </li></ul><br> Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits). <br><br>We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. <br><br><b> Company Overview </b><br><br>Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com <br><br><b> Diversity Statement (EEO) </b><br><br>We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.