Capital Projects & Infrastructure Senior Manager

Line of ServiceAssurance

Industry/SectorNot Applicable

SpecialismConduct and Compliance

Management LevelSenior Manager

Job Description & SummaryA career in our Capital Projects and Infrastructure Risk Assurance team will provide you with the opportunity to work on a wide variety of capital projects across Canada, the Americas and Globally. You will work with a team who focuses on advising our clients to enhance their capital project governance, risk management and controls to achieve project objectives. You will leverage your prior project experience and skillset to bring innovative solutions, tools, technologies and guiding practices for our clients.

Our team is growing. We have a truly international team with a wealth of experience in capital projects assurance, advisory services, portfolio and project delivery and risk management. Successful candidates will have an opportunity to collaborate within a diverse and exciting team and client base, delivering capital projects assurance services across industries and sectors. A key focus area for the team is embracing digital technologies to enhance our service delivery, and successful candidates will have an opportunity for training to support the adoption of these technologies.

Meaningful work you’ll be part of

As a Capital Projects & Infrastructure Senior Manager you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Lead teams in the review of complex capital projects including but not limited to: reviewing project schedules and budgets, independent validation of project data, extrapolation and forecasting of project performance, reviewing project risk assessments, assessing change management processes and controls

Lead the development of project management processes as well as the development, implementation, and monitoring of project control processes

Be accountable for end deliverables/work products (ie lead the team for writing reports, creating presentations, drafting processes etc)

Carry out project assurance work in an optimal fashion in compliance with deadlines and budgetary requirements outlined in the planning phase and ensure the project team has documented clear and concise assurance evidence obtained during the execution of the engagement and validating their relevance and quality of information

Conduct analyses of process and control deficiencies noted during the course of the engagement analyzing root causes, and recommending practical solutions for remediation

Lead/conduct all internal risk management steps for planning of engagements and upholding the firm's code of ethics and business conduct

Develop working relationships and present to senior project managers and executives, driving impactful conversations with senior client leaders

Independently source and define business opportunities for the Capital Projects & Infrastructure group, and lead a cross functional team to create proposals/RFP responses. Developing compelling white papers, thought leadership and points of view, describing the business challenge and proposed business solutions

Developing internal and external relationships and networks to be tenacious in the market for selling services. Develop an in-depth understanding of various sectors such as mining, transportation, utilities or energy to allow for gathering evidence from the environment you are working in, interpreting and recommending improvements to clients

Pursuing opportunities to develop existing and new skills outside of comfort zone

Coaching others and encourage them to take ownership of their development

Advise clients on best practices in the management of capital and infrastructure projects, and support them in the implementation of these recommendations

Experiences and skills you’ll use to solve

Significant “boots on the ground” guiding full cycle project experience including: project management, project governance, reporting & KPIs (EVM, CPI, SPI), project risk management, project controls, scheduling, and post project review

Demonstrated experience with large capital projects (i.e. $500M to > 1B) including large infrastructure initiatives in in the Public Sector (Municipal, Provincial, Federal)

Capable to assess and manage procurement, contracts, supply chain, logistics. Confident to design, guide, and implement capital risk assurance strategies

Working experience with commissioning and transfer to operations of constructed assets

Familiar with AACE RPs as applied to cost estimates, basis of estimate, schedule development, basis of schedule etc.

Exposure to internal auditing and/or regulatory compliance in relation to procurement, maintenance, capital projects, contract management

In depth knowledge of Engineering, Construction, Quality Management, Scope and Change management

Exceptional relationship management, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills (in relation to construction disputes)

Nice to have a degree in a relevant discipline (engineering, business administration and/or finance). A professional designation such as an engineer (P.Eng or EIT) and/or in project management (PMP) will be considered an asset

Ability to analyze data (cost, schedule, quality, financial, operational) and deploy common tools such as Power BI, Alteryx, Tableau

Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6 and Acumen Fuse

Successful with developing new business, responding to proposals and guiding complex bids. Excellent oral and verbal communication skills

Highly motivated to guide and work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams

Based in Calgary or Toronto but will be expected to support work assignments across Canada

A demonstrated commitment to valuing differences and working alongside and/or coaching diverse people and perspectives

Why you’ll love PwC

We’re inspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology, you’ll be a part of amazing teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us at

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PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment - one that is collaborative, supportive and productive. We work in-person and virtually, as is best suited for our clients, teams and people. We want you to be intentional with your work, how you do it and where it’s done. PwC offices are hubs of connectivity and learning. We strongly encourage our people to prioritize in-person work, whether it’s in the office or at a client site. This means we expect you to be in-person (either with clients or in the office) at least half of your time. We know that hybrid work is all about balance, and capturing the benefits of in-person work is essential to your growth at the firm. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer.

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Government Clearance Required?No

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At PwC Canada, our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We’re committed to creating an equitable and inclusive community of solvers where everyone feels that they truly belong. We understand that experience comes in many forms and building trust in society and solving important problems is only possible if we reflect the mosaic of the society we live in.

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