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Program Manager, Major Projects.

Spark Power Corp
4 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Edmonton, AB, Canada
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Manager, Major Projects. Spark Power, a trusted partner in power in North America, is looking for a Program Manager, Major Projects. Program Manager, Major Projects. is accountable for the successful end-to-end delivery of Spark Power's largest and most complex programs and projects, spanning both high voltage and low voltage electrical infrastructure work. This role provides senior project leadership across the full project lifecycle – from initial scoping and estimating through engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout – for programs that may include multiple concurrent projects, sites, contractors, and internal delivery teams. Acting as the single point of accountability for assigned programs, the Program Manager, Major Projects leads cross-functional and often cross-regional teams, manages client and stakeholder relationships at a senior level, and ensures that safety, quality, schedule, and financial targets are met or exceeded. This position blends the technical rigor of a traditional high voltage/low voltage Project Manager with the broader coordination, governance, and reporting responsibilities required to run programs at scale. During periods when this role is not directly executing an active project or program, the Program Manager, Major Projects is integrated into Spark Power's commercial operations, supporting the pursuit of new proposals and business opportunities within the Major Projects portfolio. This ensures the individual's field and technical expertise continue to add value between active assignments while strengthening the quality and competitiveness of Spark Power's bids. Here's what you will do as a Program Manager, Major Projects Serve as the single point of accountability for the successful delivery of assigned major projects and programs, spanning high voltage and low voltage electrical scopes. Lead project teams (internal staff, subcontractors, and vendors) through all phases of the project lifecycle: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring/control, and closeout. Where a program includes multiple linked projects, provide overall program governance – coordinating scope, schedule, and resource interdependencies across individual project managers and workstreams. Develop and maintain the project execution plan, including scope definition, work breakdown structure, resourcing strategy, and delivery milestones. Develop and maintain integrated project schedules, identifying critical path activities and proactively managing schedule risk. Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities to ensure work is sequenced safely and efficiently across HV and LV scopes. Manage orders, scope changes, and variations, ensuring appropriate approvals, documentation, and client sign-off. Monitor project progress against baseline plans and implement corrective action plans where variances arise. Own the project/program budget, including forecasting, cost control, invoicing, and margin performance, reporting variances to senior leadership. Support estimating, proposal development, and contract negotiation for new project and program opportunities. Review and administer contracts (client and subcontractor) to protect Spark Power's commercial interests and ensure compliance with contractual obligations. Manage cash flow, billing milestones, and accounts receivable related to assigned projects. When not directly executing a project or program, integrate into Spark Power's commercial operations team to support the pursuit of new business opportunities within the Major Projects portfolio. Spark Power Employee Benefits and Perks Competitive compensation RRSP program with company matching Excellent benefits package with wellness spending account options Continuous training and skills improvement Career advancement opportunities Fun and supportive company culture …and much more Do you have the Spark? Here's what we're looking for: Bachelor's degr…

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