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Project Lead Jobs in Alberta (NOW HIRING)

GFL Environmental

Special Projects Lead

Edmonton, AB · On-site

We are seeking an experienced and highly technical Special Projects Lead to serve as a critical ... support critical project sites. * Deep Technical Expertise: Extensive experience in heavy ...

Onterris

Workday Financials & Projects - Lead

Calgary, AB · On-site +1

CA$160K - CA$185K/yr

... Project Billing, and Customer Accounts. You will partner directly with senior business leaders and ... Lead product roadmap planning and backlog prioritization discussions with senior stakeholders ...

Ledcor Group

Project Controls Lead

Fort Mcmurray, AB · On-site

Support project controls functions including scheduling, cost tracking, and forecasting * Assist in maintaining project schedules and tracking progress against milestones * Monitor and report on ...

Deep Sky

Lead Process Engineer

Calgary, AB · On-site +1

The Capital Projects Lead Process Engineer will be responsible for the technical integrity of our DAC systems, moving from conceptual design to pilot-scale operations and commercial deployment. While ...

Deep Sky

Lead Process Engineer

Innisfail, AB · On-site +1

The Capital Projects Lead Process Engineer will be responsible for the technical integrity of our DAC systems, moving from conceptual design to pilot-scale operations and commercial deployment. While ...

KLS Earthworks

Project Manager

Rocky View County, AB · On-site

Lead projects from award through completion, ensuring successful execution of scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety requirements. * Coordinate with clients, consultants, engineers ...

KLS Earthworks

Project Manager

Rocky View County, AB · On-site

Lead projects from award through completion, ensuring successful execution of scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety requirements. * Coordinate with clients, consultants, engineers ...

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What is a project lead?

A Project Lead is a professional responsible for overseeing and managing specific projects within an organization. They coordinate team members, set project goals, manage timelines and budgets, and ensure that project objectives are met according to the set standards. Project Leads serve as the main point of contact between team members and stakeholders, often reporting on progress and addressing any issues that arise. Their role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

What is the difference between Project Lead vs Project Manager?

AspectProject LeadProject Manager
CredentialsOften requires relevant industry experience, certifications like PMP are common but not always mandatoryTypically requires PMP or similar project management certifications
Work EnvironmentLeads project teams, focuses on technical and operational aspectsOversees entire project lifecycle, manages budgets, timelines, and stakeholder communication
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across industries to denote team leadership roles within projectsCommon in corporate, construction, IT sectors for formal project oversight

While both roles involve leading projects, a Project Lead primarily focuses on guiding the team and executing project tasks, often with less administrative responsibility. A Project Manager has broader accountability for planning, budgeting, and stakeholder communication, ensuring project success from start to finish.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a project lead, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Project Lead, you need strong project management skills, industry knowledge, and typically a relevant degree or certification such as PMP or PRINCE2. Familiarity with project management tools like Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana is commonly required. Exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities help you motivate teams and manage stakeholder expectations. These skills ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet organizational goals.

How does a project lead typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project?

As a Project Lead, you will regularly coordinate with cross-functional teams such as developers, designers, marketing, and client stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met. This involves organizing meetings, clarifying requirements, resolving conflicts, and facilitating communication across departments. Effective collaboration is essential for identifying potential risks early and keeping everyone aligned with the project goals. By fostering strong relationships and maintaining clear communication channels, Project Leads help drive projects to successful completion while balancing various team interests.

What do project leads make?

Project leads typically earn salaries ranging from $70,000 to $120,000 annually, depending on industry, experience, and location. They are responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects, often requiring skills in leadership, communication, and project management tools like MS Project or Jira.
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Lead Project Coordinator

PCL Construction

Edmonton, AB

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 5 days ago

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Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

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Job description

The future you want is within reach.

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We're a community of builders committed to building better communities. That's why we're always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what's next in our industry.

We're also looking at what's next for you and how we can help you build a career you're proud of. PCL is an innovative organization that focuses on the future of our employees as much as the future of construction. 

Here's how a(n) Lead Project Coordinator for our Edmonton Industrial Management office contributes to our team:

Responsibilities
  • Consistently performs and applies quantity takeoffs, quantity surveys, quantity review, and data input to manage contract progress, reporting, and change management.
  • Communicates with and oversees trade contractor work (as per the project schedule) and may provide day-to-day direction. 
  • Maintains contract with more complex subcontracted scopes and subcontract administration, including defining work scope, answering inquiries, and monitoring progress.
  • Maintains project document control and procedures (administering RFI, shop drawings, etc.).
  • Consistently consults with designers/engineers when reviewing drawings and suggests value-added or alternative construction methods or materials.
  • Actively works with project manager to create and issue tender packages and subcontracts on complex scopes and monitor their progress.
  • Completes overall project closeout, including document archival, maintenance and warranty manuals, deficiencies, and warranty work.
  • Manages change order process, including pricing, negotiating, processing, and assessing cost and schedule impact before reviewing with project manager. Performs simple estimates.
  • Works with project manager and superintendent and/or manages overall project performance on more complex projects or scopes as per site HSE, cost management, schedule, quality, and status and progress reporting.
  • Actively oversees inventory and tracking of materials and equipment and expedites material orders.
  • Conducts basic safety inspections and training, identifies hazards and corrections, and leads by example for health and safety practices and procedures.
  • Assists with site inspections from the design team to resolve constructability and site coordination issues and reviews and signs off on functionality, AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) requirements, and code compliance, while identifying installation deficiencies and witnesses and signs off on systems commissioning. Ensures that resolution is achieved and accepted by all stakeholders.
Qualifications
  • 8-10 years of experience in construction in an operational role preferred.
  • Construction trade certification with equivalent experience, or post-secondary diploma or bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering preferred.
  • Extensive knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, project health, safety, and environment (HSE), quality, building materials, and required standards as per discipline.
  • Extensive knowledge of means and methods and construction sequences.
  • Ability to apply advanced engineering/problem-solving principles to construction challenges.
  • Advanced knowledge of construction law, building codes, and ASME piping codes.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated flexibility and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Advanced planning, organizational, and time management skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize own work, and delegate simple tasks.
  • Ability to formulate subcontracts and administer subcontracts and contract documents.
  • Ability to create and schedule projects valued between $3M and $50M.
  • Demonstrates strong relationship management with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with key partners and decision makers.
  • Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and internal operational systems, including Baseplate applications, with a strong aptitude for adopting new technology.

This job may require relocation to North Vancouver. 

PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.
The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.
PCL combines numerous pay and benefit strategies to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. Any salary range displayed by a job board is an estimate. Your salary, which considers your unique qualifications and experience, is just one component of the robust total rewards you'll enjoy at PCL. This may include an employee share purchase offering, discretionary annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, retirement plan plus matching, and career development programs.  
Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at careers@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in.
Together, we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started! 

Employee Status: Regular Full-Time   

Company: PCL Industrial Management Inc. 

Primary Location: Edmonton, Alberta (Ind Mgmt) 

Job: Lead Project Coordinator

Requisition: 10419  

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