Project Manager - Engineering

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2 Locations
In-Office
Mid level
Energy • Utilities
The Role
Manage planning, execution, budgeting, reporting, and closeout for engineering/construction projects. Coordinate clients, vendors, subcontractors, and project teams; track budgets, change orders, and invoicing; run project meetings and ensure quality, safety, and timely delivery.
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Who We Are  

Rising Edge Group is an electrical contracting company founded in 2002, specialization in high-voltage electrical solutions that power critical infrastructure across North America. With operations in both Canada and the United States, we partner with clients across the electrical utilities, renewable energy, and industrial sectors to design, build, and maintain the critical infrastructure systems communities and industries rely on.   

Driven by a clear vision to strengthen the stability, reliability, and advancement of energy infrastructure, we take pride in delivering work that matters. Guided by our STRIDE values - Safety, Teamwork, Responsibility, Integrity, Deliver, and Excellence - we foster a people focused culture of growth, mentorship and collaboration where safety always come first.  


What You'll Do

Reporting to Senior Project Engineering Lead, the Engineering Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the planning, execution, and delivery of engineering projects within specified timelines and budgets. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams within engineering, manage project delivery, coordinate with clients, and vendors, and to ensure efficient and effective project completion.

Key Responsibilities

The responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:  

  • Initiate project set up once award and estimate handoff is complete. Ensure project team, budget, documentation, etc. is in place to allow for effective project kick-off.
  • Maintain project reporting both to Client and internal stakeholders. Ensure effective communication between the Client, project team and project stakeholders. Lead project meetings including kick-offs, updates, change orders, recovery plans and lessons learned
  • Ensure timely and accurate processing of accounts receivable and payable invoices to maintain cashflow and ensure project is paid accordingly
  • Manage project expenditures and ensure adherence to the approved budget. Align man-hour projections on assigned projects
  • Communication of change order requests to client and ensure expenses are created to offset budget changes
  • Maintain awareness, always, of quality and acceptance requirements of each assigned project
  • Identify project staffing requirements, including specialty consultants and subcontractors. Set clear expectations of project team members to ensure successful project delivery
  • Coordinate project close out and conduct project reviews to identify areas for improvements; make recommendations based on findings.

Additional Information    

As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening including professional reference checks and a criminal record check.


Requirements

What We're Looking For

  • Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Business or a related field is considered an asset
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is considered an asset
  • Experience with electric utility clients is considered and asset
  • Experience executing EPC projects is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
  • At least 3 – 5 years’ experience managing medium to large full cycle construction projects required
  • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills and a demonstrated ability to manage a diverse team in a dynamic, dead-line oriented environment are an asset
  • Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera P6, HardDollar and ViewPoint Construction Software preferred
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record required

Benefits

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation with weekly pay periods
  • Generous paid time off  
  • RRSP-DPSP employer matching, increasing with years of service 
  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and disability) 
  • Ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling support)
  • Employee Referral Bonus Program 

Why Rising Edge Group?  

Safety & Excellence:Safety is at the heart of everything we do. Every project is approached with diligence, strategic planning, and reliable execution practices to protect our teams and the clients we serve while delivering world-class high-voltage solutions. Our unwavering commitment to safety and quality drives excellence on every project, every day.   

People-First CultureYou’re more than a job title. Every person contributes to powering essential energy infrastructure across North America. Our teams are built on collaboration, respect, and accountability. We support our employees through meaningful engagement initiatives, team events, and a culture that prioritizes wellbeing, inclusion, and genuine lasting connections.                                                                                             

Career Growth & Impact: Your role is a path to a long-term career. We empower our employees with hands-on experience, exposure to diverse projects, and opportunities to advance across disciplines, locations, and career paths. Through continuous learning, mentorship, and professional development, you’ll build lasting expertise while making a tangible impact in an environment where teamwork and integrity guide our work. 

Reward & Recognition: We believe skill, dedication, and excellence deserves recognition. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong culture of appreciation ensure your achievements are celebrated, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference.   

At Rising Edge Group, you’re not just building projects, you’re building a meaningful career where your work helps power the future, one project at a time.  

Skills Required

  • Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering, Business, or related field
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) designation
  • Experience with electric utility clients
  • Experience executing EPC projects
  • Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
  • At least 3-5 years experience managing medium to large full cycle construction projects
  • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills and ability to manage a diverse team
  • Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera P6, HardDollar and ViewPoint Construction Software
  • Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
  • Pre-employment screening including professional reference checks and criminal record check
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The Company
HQ: Calgary
265 Employees
Year Founded: 2002

What We Do

Rising Edge Group is a high voltage electrical contractor providing safe, cost-effective, and fit-for-purpose project solutions to the power industry. Since our inception in 2002, Rising Edge has grown to provide a wide array of services in the power generation, transmission, fabrication, and industrial industries. From conceptual design to commissioning, each aspect of your project is handled by trained industry specialists, resulting in a product that is complete, on-time, and on-budget. At Rising Edge, we are focused on providing and recommending fit-for-purpose solutions for any application; whether from the most complicated protection schemes to all sizes of switchyard equipment. Rest assured your project will meet and exceed all your requirements and specifications.

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