Project Manager, Distribution

Highlights of the job
We are hiring a full time permanent Project Manager, Distribution position working out of ​Hugh J. Bolton Service Centre in Edmonton, AB​.
The Project Manager, Distribution is responsible for leading a portfolio of distribution projects and programs that support customer growth, new service connections, contractual obligations, and improvements to system reliability and safety. This role oversees all phases of project delivery, including planning, budgeting, forecasting, stakeholder approvals, resource coordination, risk management, and performance reporting, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. Working closely with internal teams, contractors, field crews, and external stakeholders, the Project Manager, Distribution proactively resolves issues and drives successful project outcomes, with project timelines typically ranging from three to twelve months. Reporting to the Manager, Distribution Projects Management, this position plays a key role in delivering strategic distribution infrastructure initiatives that support EDTI's operational and customer service objectives.
We welcome applications from ​internal and external candidates​. EPCOR employees are encouraged to apply using their '@epcor.com' email address to ensure proper consideration of internal seniority.
What you’d be responsible for
​Contribute to business planning and align project delivery with Distribution and organizational strategies.
Develop and execute project plans and deliverables that support annual business objectives.
Prepare project charters, including scope, budget, schedule, assumptions, constraints, and resource requirements.
Monitor and report project performance, including budget, schedule, scope, and key risks.
Secure project funding and approvals in accordance with capital governance requirements.
Ensure timely delivery of accurate, complete, and constructible work packages for execution.
Manage regulatory, permitting, and stakeholder requirements with municipal, provincial, and industry agencies.
Coordinate and optimize internal and external resources to support project priorities and timelines.
Communicate project schedules, scopes, expectations, and performance requirements to stakeholders.
Procure, evaluate, and manage contractors and consultants while ensuring compliance with safety, legal, and regulatory standards.
Lead project kick-off, design, and construction meetings for complex and high-profile projects.
Monitor field execution through site visits, risk management, issue resolution, and change control processes.
Conduct site inspections to identify and address safety and environmental concerns and support investigations as required.
Develop and maintain portfolio plans, project performance metrics, and resource strategies to improve efficiency, balance workloads, and meet delivery commitments.
What’s required to be successful
Knowledge/Training/Education
Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree in Engineering. A Professional Licensee (P.L. Eng.) in Civil or Electrical Engineering with extensive experience in trades, construction, or project management may be considered.
Must be eligible for registration with APEGA as a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) or Professional Lic