Senior Project Manager
Calgary, AB
- Senior Project ManagerSenior Project ManagerKey Responsibilities1. Project Execution and DeliveryLead the successful execution of Carbon Upcycling’s capital projects, starting with our first commercial-scale facility, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and under budget.
- Play a critical role in setting the foundation for 15+ significant projects over the next five years, each escalating in complexity.
- Tackle project challenges with a hands-on, solution-driven approach, championing urgency and creativity to drive momentum and overcome obstacles.
- 2. Process DevelopmentEstablish and implement best-in-class project management frameworks, tools, and systems to streamline delivery and ensure consistent success.
- Design and refine processes for project planning, execution, risk management, and performance evaluation.
- 3. Cross-Functional CollaborationPartner closely with Engineering, R&D, Finance, and Business Development teams to align project objectives, timelines, and resources.
- Proactively resolve cross-functional challenges, facilitating seamless communication and coordination among diverse stakeholders.
- 4. Leadership and GrowthProvide mentorship and guidance to project team members, fostering professional growth and building a high-performance culture.
- Position yourself as a future leader in the organization, demonstrating strategic vision and the ability to scale operations.
- 5. Industry RepresentationAct as a company ambassador, building relationships with external partners, stakeholders, and industry collaborators.
- Qualifications and ExperienceExperience10–15 years of progressive experience managing large-scale capital projects within industries such as oil and gas, power generation, or heavy industrial sectors. Preference given to candidates who have worked on the company side of these large-scale projects
- Experience in a leadership role, coaching and managing project teams.
- A proven track record of delivering projects across all phases: design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operational handover.
- Hands-on experience progressing from a Project Engineer to a Senior Project Manager role.
- Technical ExpertiseDeep understanding of project management methodologies, engineering principles, and the capital project lifecycle.
- Experience managing interdisciplinary teams, particularly in projects that merge R&D and commercial functions.
- Leadership and ApproachProven capability to implement foundational processes to drive efficient execution of complex projects.
- An action-oriented mindset with an innate curiosity and a focus on identifying and executing effective solutions.
- Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills, driving alignment and high performance across teams.
- Preferred QualificationsExperience working with innovative or first-of-their-kind technologies in a startup or scale-up environment.
- Project management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).