Project Manager

The Company

Plenary Americas is a leading specialized developer of long-term Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects.  Since inception in 2005, we have built a portfolio of approximately 65 projects and more than USD $41 billion / CAD $54.5 billion in North American assets under management. We are determined in our approach to deliver first-class infrastructure, build the right delivery solutions for the projects we work on, and inspire people with our vision for transformational spaces. 

Why work for Plenary?

Our focus is on empowering our employees, driving results, building strong camaraderie, and celebrating our wins as a team.  Our workplace culture is like no other and is our driving force to bring infrastructure to life.  Learn more about us by visiting www.plenaryamericas.com

The Role

The Project Manager will oversee a portfolio of infrastructure projects delivered under public-private partnership (P3) models, supporting projects through various stages of the project lifecycle including construction, operations and asset management.  The role will manage its own portfolio of projects and act as a key liaison between the client, the project team, contractors, service providers and internal stakeholders. The Project Manager will be responsible for supporting project performance, stakeholder coordination, contractual obligations and issue resolution across their assigned portfolio. This role offers exposure to complex infrastructure projects across multiple jurisdictions and project stages.

Responsibilities

Portfolio Oversight & Project Delivery

• Implement a Project Management system framework that complies with Plenary requirements and the Project Agreement for the projects you are assigned, including oversight and coordination across multiple projects within the assigned portfolio.
• Attend and participate in all design and construction meetings to ensure compliance with the Contract Documents and efficient communications between Project parties.
• Coordinate with Plenary Delivery reps, ensuring that a seamless transition of service delivery takes place between completion of the construction phase and commencement of the operations phase.
• Support projects through various lifecycle stages including construction, transition, operations and asset management phases.  Ensure that close working relationships are established between all parties.
• Monitor project milestones, risks, issues and key deliverables and support resolution activities impacting project performance.

Contractual Compliance

• Develop an in-depth understanding of the Project Agreement and related sub-agreements (e.g. Services and Construction contracts, etc.) and develop an inventory of Construction and Operations deliverables for Plenary and its partners. Implement a system to manage the timely delivery of obligations and ensure compliance with contractual requirements and key deliverables.
• Review and provide feedback on project documentation submitted by Construction and Service Partners (e.g. Policies and Procedures Manuals, Transition Reports, etc.).
• Monitor project obligations, notices, deliverables, warranties, variations and other contractual requirements associated with Project Agreements and related contracts.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders regarding contractual matters, obligations and project issues as required.

Stakeholder Management & Service Integration

• Serve as a key point of coordination between clients, project partners, contractors, service providers and internal teams to support project delivery and issue resolution.
• Monitor contractor and service provider deliverables, quality of work and contractual obligations and escalate concerns as appropriate.  Monitor and review client and stakeholder satisfaction.

Reporting, Governance & Project Controls

• Prepare regular monthly and quarterly reports regarding any design and construction, operations, and asset performance information required for distribution to the Plenary Boards for the relevant project and ensure compliance with related Management Services Agreements.
• Update project dashboards, briefing materials and status updates and track project risks, actions, decisions and performance indicators.
• Ensure project controls procedures are maintained and project documentation is managed in accordance with Plenary requirements and applicable agreements.

Site & Operational Support

• Travel periodically to project sites as required in support of project oversight activities.
• Assist management with strategic initiatives and other project activities as required including continuous improvement efforts across the portfolio.
• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the success of the team and the entire organization.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5-8 years of project management experience within infrastructure, construction, asset management or P3 projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management/document control systems.
• Effectively manage multiple projects of varying size and complexity under tight deadlines.
• Strong understanding of project delivery models, contracts and stakeholder environments.
• Strong work ethic and high level of personal and professional integrity.
• Work positively within a cohesive team to achieve the common goal of project completion.
• Knowledge of construction and facility management processes and terminology is preferred.
• Key competencies include:
• • Project and portfolio management
  • Stakeholder management and relationship building
  • Risk identification and issue resolution
  • Commercial and contract awareness
  • Communication and presentation skills
  • Organization and prioritization
  • Strategic thinking and problem solving
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

Why Join Us

This role offers the opportunity to oversee a portfolio of major infrastructure projects and contribute to projects that shape communities. The successful candidate will gain exposure across the full project lifecycle while working alongside multidisciplinary teams in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

• Competitive salary with annual bonus potential.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision, and RRSP plan with employer contribution.
• Four weeks' vacation.
• Long-term development opportunities and ability to be part of an exciting and growing industry.

Vacancy Status: This posting relates to a current vacancy.

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Note: Only those applicants under consideration will be contacted. Please accept our utmost appreciation for your interest. We are committed to continuous improvement, and a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. Plenary Americas is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and employment decisions are based on merit and business needs only. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.