Independent Contractor Project Management Jobs in Calgary, AB

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our clients. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations - mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

Join SECURE, where we step up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.

As our Project Manager, Engineering & Construction, you will be responsible for managing a variety of MOC (Management of Change) projects initiated by our Operations team, related but not limited to tanks, instrumentation, registered vessels, process piping, process optimization, pipelines, pumps, and blanket gas systems. They will use project management best practices to define the project scope, budget, and schedule, identify project risks and opportunities, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project requirements are being met.

This role requires an individual who can work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and has prior experience in managing engineering and construction projects within the oil and gas industry.

This role is based out of Calgary, AB.

You will be part of a highly collaborative team that works closely with Operations, Contractors, and Technical groups to deliver safe and efficient engineering and construction solutions. The team values open communication, technical expertise, and strong partnerships to successfully execute projects.

The work environment is fast-paced and dynamic, balancing time in the office with occasional fieldwork across multiple regions. It emphasizes safety, accountability, and teamwork while providing opportunities to manage diverse projects that directly support operational success.

• Liaise with our Operations team in a specified geographical/operational area to identify opportunities and support with executing value-added MOC projects
• Define project scope, objectives and deliverables that support the business goals in collaboration with Operations, Contractors, and Internal Stakeholders
• Assemble a budget for the completion of the scope within the agreed scheduled timeline, and progress the plan through monitoring and forecasting against the budget
• Ensure compliance with all Occupational Health & Safety regulations applicable to the Province in which the project is being executed
• Track project milestones and deliverables, ensuring corrective action is taken, when necessary, to improve project performance
• Manage and assess risk for the duration of the project
• Ensure projects are being delivered on time and within scope and budget
• Ongoing identification of opportunities and risks of the project and developing plans to capitalize on or mitigate them, while consistently communicating back to the stakeholders
• Hand off the completed and commissioned project, coordinating delivery from the construction and technical teams to the Operations team, ensuring full understanding and training is completed on the project deliverables
• This role requires ~ 10% time in the field.
• Ability to travel across AB, BC, SK, and North Dakota.

•  2-5 years of experience managing engineering-related projects in the Oil & Gas industry
• Eng., CET, RET, EIT or equivalent is a requirement
• Experience in managing sustaining projects with a value between $0 to $500k and demonstrated growth in complexity of stakeholder engagement
• Proven working relationship with Operations, driving project success
• Professional experience in managing with proven project management best practices
• The ability to work collaboratively and communicate with varied stakeholders and groups
• Strong writing skills needed for the development of clear and concise project planning documents
• Received previous training in reading engineered drawings, technical specifications, and contracts
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient in the use of project management software (MS Project, Excel, etc.)

The following are considered assets in this role:

• Strong technical background, including but not limited to: process engineering, pump and process equipment, reservoir/downhole experience, and pipeline hydraulics
• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation
• Formal training or certification in Project Management is considered an asset
• Previous experience working in field operations within the Oil & Gas industry is considered an asset

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and we care about making a meaningful contribution. We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a competitive compensation package that recognizes employee contributions and performance.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer:

• Competitive industry wages, and compensation programs which include:
  • Employer-paid benefits: health, dental & more
  • Health care spending account
  • Employee wellness program
  • Employee savings plans
• Career progression
• A competitive employee referral program
• Industry-leading safety standards
• Community investment initiatives Our Stories

We believe our team's strength comes from our diversity.

Every SECURE employee has the right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being a respectful workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunity and support. 

We are a trusted partner. We extend those same efforts outside of the organization through our respectful engagement with our diverse base of stakeholders in the communities in which we operate.

Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical handicap. Our operations span across Canada and the United States, and we actively seek out a wide range of applicants for both field operations and office roles.