Project Manager - Service
@ Powell Career Site

Acheson, Alberta, Canada
CA$100,000
On Site
Full time
Posted 23 hours ago

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Project Manager - Service

Powell Career Site is seeking an experienced Project Manager - Service to manage projects from pre-booking to customer acceptance in Switchgear, E-house Manufacturing and field servicing. This role demands strong project management skills, customer communication, and a proactive approach to change management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage one or multiple projects from start to finish.
  • Plan, schedule and direct project activities including design, procurement, manufacturing, and testing.
  • Ensure projects meet contractual objectives in schedule, cost, and scope.
  • Serve as the primary liaison between customers and the organization.
  • Lead risk management, change control processes, and stakeholder communications.

Essential Functions

Includes proposal development consultation, project kick off participation, documentation management, vendor coordination, and financial updates including invoicing and payment follow-ups.

Core Competencies

  • Leadership and strong matrix teamwork skills.
  • Excellent communication and customer relationship management.
  • Strong technical and organizational decision-making abilities.
  • Proficiency in project scheduling software like Primavera and MS Project.

Qualifications & Working Conditions

Bachelor Degree in business, engineering or related field, with at least three years of project management experience preferred. Must be legally authorized to work in Canada and ready for occasional travel.

Key skills/competency

Project Management, Scheduling, Change Control, Customer Liaison, Risk Management, Communication, Marketing, Negotiation, Documentation, Leadership

How to Get Hired at Powell Career Site

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize resume: Tailor skills to match Powell requirements.
  • Research company: Understand Powell Canada culture and values.
  • Highlight experience: Emphasize project management successes.
  • Prepare stories: Use examples of risk management achievements.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Primavera and MS Project basics.
Study project budgeting practices.
Understand contract and change management procedures.
Familiarize with ERP systems usage.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time you managed change.
Explain your approach to team conflict.
Share an example of customer negotiation.
Discuss handling project setbacks.

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