Business Services Leader - Project Management

at  EQUS

EQUS was founded on the co-operative spirit. Our core values of Quality, Accountability, Community
and Knowledge define the attitude our teams bring to work every day. Together, we connect rural
Alberta and enrich the lives of our members.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Highly developed written and verbal communications skills.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software tools.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and prioritization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure, trouble-shoot and meet short and long-

term deadlines.

• Comprehensive project management skills, including construction project management and

project controls.

• Comfort working in a very busy, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism.
• Ability to travel, as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A Project Management professional designation: successful completion of a certified Project

Management program, ideally recognized through PMI.

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Project Manager role.
• Construction Administration Certification.
• Project Controls training ad experience.
• Strategic Planning experience considered an asset.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Alberta driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record

JOB PURPOSE

The Business Services Leader – Project Management is responsible for EQUS’ Project Management
program. Overseeing the full project management lifecycle from strategic formation to implementation,
the Business Services Leader – Project Management leads corporate projects and supports other EQUS
Project Managers and project teams to be successful.

DUTIES

• Oversee the Project Management program at EQUS.
• Lead technology, facility and infrastructure, and corporate projects.
• Responsible for the success and completion of all EQUS projects.
• Monitor timelines, budget, scope, and reporting of projects and initiatives.
• Mentor, train, and support Project Managers and project teams as required throughout

the project lifecycle.

• Apply change management best practices and PMBOK methodologies to EQUS projects.
• Implement policies and controls to ensure the overall successful management of

corporate initiatives and projects.

• Facilitate annual strategic planning sessions.
• Provide monthly project reporting to the Strategic and Executive Leadership Teams.
• Communicate project updates and deliver strategic framework presentations to the

organization.

• Develop and maintain construction project management processes at EQUS, including

project tracking and reporting.

• Other duties as assigned.