New Posting - Edmonton

Manager, Projects At Edmonton International Airport (EIA) we're working hard every day to create a better flying experience - one that's easy, fast, convenient and comfortable. In 2007, EIA served more than six million passengers, flying to over 50 non-stop destinations in Canada, the United States, Mexico, the Caribbean and Europe. We're set to serve nine million passengers per year by 2013. To accommodate these growing needs, we've embarked on a $1.1-billion airport expansion project. With more non-stop destinations, new fast-track boarding services, and more restaurants, parking and terminal services, EIA is building for the future. It's the people who work at EIA every day who got us where we are; and it's the people who work here that will get us where we want go. When you work at EIA, no matter what position or company, you are a member of EIA Team

Description:
Reporting to the Director, Infrastructure, the Manager, Projects is responsible for the overall leadership and management of the Projects Group. The Manager, Projects provides direction to Project Managers and Project Engineers during the development and execution of the sustaining capital projects program and for various expansion projects. This position is responsible to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, safely, on time and within budget. The sustaining projects group works collaboratively with other strategic business units to ensure the overall strategic plan is successfully executed. In providing project management services to Edmonton Airports’ stakeholders, the Manager, Projects is responsible for ensuring processes and procedures are in place and being followed for scope, schedule, cost and quality management.

Special Requirements:
• Engineering degree with 7 years’ engineering and project management experience on large, diverse programs; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered• 3 years’ experience managing technical staff; management experience in a union environment is considered an asset• Project Management Professional certification or equivalent is an asset• Must have excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills• Must be able to develop and maintain successful relationships with internal and external stakeholders• Preference given to candidates with related experience in an airport environment• Experience presenting to senior management groups and outside stakeholders is considered an asset• Experience with planning, contract administration, business management, budgeting, estimating and scheduling is required• Ability to secure and maintain appropriate airport security clearance and acceptable criminal record check is required

Work Experience: 5+ Years

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree