• Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
  • Type: Contract
  • Job #12405

Matchbox Consulting Group is seeking a Project Manager to work on a 12-month contract for one of BC's largest utility and energy companies.

The Project Manager is responsible for the successful completion of medium to high risk and highly complex business process change or similar projects safely, with quality, within budget and on time by leading cross-functional teams and applying project management principles.

This Capital Programs team is accountable for the management of provincial programs with a focus on transmission maintenance and end-of-life capital replacements. This team applies program management principles to work or asset categories that are recurring, repeatable and drive benefits from managing the work as an integrated program.

Location: BC (Remote) 

Responsibilities:

  • Lead process improvement initiatives and act as the Business Lead for broader organizational projects.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define requirements, implement changes, and sustain business performance.
  • Produce documentation such as Business Cases, Governance, standards, and process definitions using Microsoft platforms including MS Word, Visio, SharePoint, and Excel.
  • Support the publishing of information to the Knowledge Management systems.
  • Oversee and ensure the successful implementation of process improvement projects, including developing and presenting training content.
  • Facilitate the adoption and consistent use of processes through communication, monitoring, and training, while supporting change management within T-Lines teams and stakeholders.
  • Continuously review current processes to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement.
  • Lead a Continuous Improvement team across organizational boundaries.
  • Contribute to the achievement of business plan objectives and the development of business unit goals and dashboards.
  • Conduct site visits to support process setup, audit ongoing work, and ensure compliance with processes.

Requirements:

  • A minimum nine (9) years of project management experience or equivalent.
  • Experience in change management with new technologies and processes.
  • Demonstrated leadership and communication skills, with experience leading business improvement initiatives and change management.
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and risk-assessment abilities.
  • Proficiency with MS SharePoint and other Microsoft platforms (Word, Visio, Excel).
  • Experience facilitating and leading training sessions.
  • Ability to develop innovative solutions balancing stakeholder needs.
  • Self-motivated and adaptable to a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and senior management levels.

Nice to Haves:

  • Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt and PMP certification are assets.
  • Knowledge of utility operations and business practices is an asset.

For more current job opportunities, Follow MatchBox at linkedin.com/company/matchbox-recruitment/

 

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

 

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

 

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

 

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

 

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com

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