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Dovre Groups is pleased to present the following contract opportunity Project Manager in St. John’s and project sites in NL

Estimated Start: March 2026

Our client and its subsidiaries require the services of one individual to join its engineering and project management team. The individual will support the execution of projects throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.

• Lead projects from initiation to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget;
• Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, and budgets, including regular reporting to client’s leadership;
• Oversee and review tender packages, participate in contract evaluation and award processes, ensuring quality and value
• Manage project teams, including internal engineers, contractors, and consultants, to achieve project objectives;
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor construction activities, verify project progress, and provide support to site teams;
• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate project risks, and maintain the project risk register throughout the project lifecycle;
• Facilitate effective communication across stakeholders, ensuring that approved project changes are reflected in the active budget and schedule;
• Ensure contractor compliance with Contractor Safety Management Plan and corporate and Contractor HSE policies;
• Lead project closeout activities, ensuring smooth transition of completed assets to operations;
• Promote continual improvement through lessons learned, innovative approaches, and sharing best practices with other project teams;
• Submit timesheets and documentation in accordance with client’s project management requirements;
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering registered with the Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Newfoundland and Labrador (PEGNL) association;
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) is preferred;
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive project management and/or engineering experience in hydro-electric facilities or electrical utility projects;
• Strong background in coordinating and managing multidisciplinary project teams (e.g., electrical, civil, mechanical) and collaborating with design and construction groups;
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects on operational industrial sites, including contractor supervision and adherence to site-specific safety requirements;
• Excellent computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office;
• Ability to adapt to dynamic work environments and changing project demands.

Dovre Group is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from anyone meeting the requirements for this position.

For more information about the position above or working for Dovre Group, please contact:

Geanine McGrath
Recruitment Manager
geanine.mcgrath@dovresolutions.com