Project Manager (Substations)

Our Substations group is currently looking to add a Project Manager to our growing team, based in either Calgary, AB or Markham, ON. Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, we are seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager to lead the full lifecycle delivery of substation projects across Canada. This role owns safety, schedule, cost, quality, and client relationship outcomes from contract handover through commissioning and closeout. The successful candidate is a proven builder with hands-on EPC or construction-managed substation experience who is ready to own a project end-to-end inside a top-tier utility contractor. Please Note: This position requires ~25% travel to active project sites across Canada. Duties and Responsibilities Project Delivery & Execution Lead project execution from kickoff through energization and closeout for substation (up to 500 kV) and interconnection scopes Own the project execution plan including procurement, subcontracting, construction sequencing, commissioning, and turnover Drive site safety culture in partnership with HSE; enforce Valard, Quanta, and client safety standards with a target of zero recordable incidents Direct site superintendents, field engineers, foremen, and subcontractors to deliver to schedule and budget Cost, Schedule & Risk Own project financials including forecast at completion, earned value, and monthly cost reporting Develop and maintain the project schedule in Primavera P6; lead critical-path narrative and recovery planning as required Identify, log, quantify, and mitigate project risks; lead change order origination, negotiation, and execution Manage cash flow, billings, and progress claims in coordination with project controls and finance Client & Stakeholder Management Serve as the primary point of contact for the client, engineer-of-record, and key subcontractors Coordinate interfaces with customers, AHJs, Indigenous communities, landowners, and regulatory bodies as required Lead project meetings, deliver monthly client reports, and represent Valard in executive and ownership reviews Quality & Compliance Ensure compliance with the Electrical Safety Codes, standards, and client-specific specifications Oversee QA/QC program execution, NCR resolution, and commissioning and turnover package preparation Requirements Post-Secondary education in Engineering, Construction Management, or an equivalent technical discipline 5 years of progressive project management experience in utility-scale construction with a clear track record on substations (115 kV and above) an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered Demonstrated experience leading projects of $10M–$100M+ in value as the accountable Project Manager Working knowledge of regulatory environments across Canada including IESO market rules, interconnection requirements, ESA, and OHSA Strong commercial acumen in contract administration, change management, and…