Execution Project Manager – Contractor

Giffen Consulting Ltd.

. Lead and support execution of the SX Fire Suppression System Project through construction, commissioning, operational readiness, and handover .

Posted 10/6/2026contractSaskatoon • CanadaSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex engineering projects, ensuring alignment with safety, quality, and regulatory standards while effectively coordinating across multiple stakeholders. Proficient in operational readiness, including training, documentation, and system turnover.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementEngineering Design Phase KnowledgeGreenfield and Brownfield Project ExperienceProfessional Engineer RegistrationProject Management Professional (PMP) Designation

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Hard Skills

Project Execution ManagementRisk ManagementConstruction CoordinationCommissioning PlanningTechnical Issue ResolutionSchedule MonitoringDeliverable ManagementOperational Readiness SupportSystem Acceptance CoordinationStakeholder Communication

Soft Skills

MentoringClient Relationship ManagementEffective Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer RegistrationProject Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

Mining ProjectsHeavy Industrial ProjectsRegulatory ComplianceIndustry StandardsMultidisciplinary Engineering

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and support execution of the SX Fire Suppression System Project through construction, commissioning, operational readiness, and handover
Coordinate execution activities and communication across the mine site, home office, engineering, operations, contractors, vendors, and equipment/supply stakeholders
Manage execution priorities, schedules, deliverables, risks, deficiencies, and outstanding actions
Support field execution and resolve technical, construction, supplier, and interface issues
Coordinate commissioning planning, testing, inspections, system acceptance, and closeout
Support operational readiness, including procedures, training, documentation, maintenance requirements, spares, and turnover packages
Ensure execution aligns with safety, quality, regulatory, engineering, and site requirements
Coordinate final system turnover and handover to Operations
Monitor progress against the project schedule and identify constraints, recovery actions, and opportunities to maintain milestones
Mentor project teams and contribute to client relationships and business growth

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 8 years of related experience in a multidisciplinary engineering environment
Experience managing complex projects ranging from $500K to $10M in value
Extensive knowledge of the engineering design phase of projects
Experience with greenfield and brownfield mining and/or heavy industrial projects
Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and codes of practice
Must be comfortable coordinating across multiple suppliers and stakeholders
Must be comfortable working effectively between the site and home office located in Saskatoon
Registered as a Professional Engineer or Applied Science Technologist in Canada or eligible to register (asset, not required)
Project Management Professional (PMP) designation with PMI (strong asset, not required)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Contract position of approximately 8 months with possibility of renewal and shifting to an employee if desired
Monthly, continuous performance management meetings
Courses and conferences for continual learning
Support for professional designation certification
Variety of corporate programs
Company-wide social events
Competitive compensation package including RRSP matching program
Employee Health Spending Account
Short- and long-term incentives
Flexible Work-From-Home option