Project Manager, Continuous Improvement

Company Description
We’re a trusted partner of Canadian customers for over 75 years. Dexterra Group grew from independent companies that have consistently supported the vital infrastructure and built assets that keep communities moving and our clients improving productivity and performance. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both depth of experience and regional expertise so companies can operate day‑to‑day confidently and successfully.

Job Description
What’s the Job?
This position is a temporary 12‑month contract, full‑time role. It will occasionally require evening and weekend work. Travel is not regular, but occasional field trips will be required as projects demand. The role is Edmonton based and requires regular in‑office attendance.

Reporting to the Continuous Improvement Manager, the Project Manager will lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Drawing on knowledge of frontline operations and business analytics, this role involves planning, executing and finalising projects within established deadlines and budgets. The Project Manager will also define project objectives in collaboration with project sponsors to ensure that every initiative delivers value to the organisation.

As Project Manager you will work with a wide variety of stakeholders ranging from frontline staff to executive leadership teams.

A key role of the project manager is to drive projects to ensure they stay on track and are completed on time – this requires regular communication with stakeholders and frequent updates with project teams.

Key Responsibilities

Develop comprehensive project plans for the sponsors and the rest of the project teams.

Coordinate cooperation and input from all stakeholders such as sponsors, executives, SMEs and end users.

Organise regular communications between all stakeholders to ensure the project is successful and on time.

Lead the process of defining the project scope and objectives with the stakeholders.

Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques.

Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques.

Provide regular reporting and escalations to management as needed.

Identify and manage project risks through formal risk‑management techniques.

Establish and maintain relationships with third parties / vendors when required.

Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.

Ensure projects stay on time and within their allocated budget.

Work with corporate groups to ensure business policies are maintained through project implementations.

Delegate and assign tasks to Process Analysts and other project team members.

Qualifications
Who Are We Looking For?

University degree / college diploma in business or project management.

3 to 5 years of process analysis experience, using a broad range of business requirement techniques in a variety of project contexts.

Adequate knowledge of analysis theory, practice and use of techniques.

Ability to deliver all requirement artefacts through all phases of requirements delivery on projects of all sizes and complexities, and the ability to lead requirements delivery on large programme / enterprise‑scale initiatives.

Fluent in MS Office 2016/365.

Familiarity with common application software (Microsoft Office, Adobe products).

Knowledge and experience in process writing.

French proficiency is an asset.

Qualities

Problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.

Attention to detail.

Excellent troubleshooting abilities.

Keen interest in technological development and advancements.

Ability to suggest process improvements.

Additional Information
What’s In It For You?

A place where people matter, not only at work but also in the community.

Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.

Job security as we are in growth mode.

Benefits coverage starts on your first day.

Dexterra Group is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability‑related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.

#J-18808-Ljbffr