Program Manager, Engineering Projects

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To apply on this position please go to http : / / www.capitalpower.com / careers and search for JR806682

A little about Capital Power

Capital Power (TSX : CPX) is dedicated to Powering Change by Changing Power. This North American energy company is headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, and serves customers across North America with reliable, affordable, and lower-carbon power solutions. We are a growth-oriented company focused on transforming our energy system for a lower-carbon future.

Our people are at the core of our journey. We provide purpose-driven work in a safe and inclusive environment, and we are committed to empowering you to innovate, collaborate, and drive results. Join us in powering North America!

One Permanent Full Time Position

Role location and reporting

Based in Washington, DC or on-site at one of our facilities in Decatur, Hummel, or Rolling Hills , and reporting to the Director, EAM & Asset Engineering , the Program Manager will lead engineering-managed sustaining capital and O&M projects across Capital Power's U.S. fleet. This role oversees regional contract Project Managers, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in alignment with company processes and standards.

This position requires strong project management expertise, financial oversight, and the ability to manage contractors while building collaborative relationships with stakeholders across the business.

You will contribute to our team by :

• Managing sustaining capital project portfolios at Capital Power's flex-generation and renewable assets.
• Leading regional contract Project Managers to deliver engineering-managed projects efficiently and effectively.
• Providing regular capex forecasts, including variance analysis and explanations.
• Developing, negotiating, and awarding contracts with contractors and engineering firms, in collaboration with the Contracts team.
• Selecting and onboarding contracted Project Managers at each asset location and assessing sustaining capital business cases.
• Managing workloads and evaluating the performance of project contractors, vendors, and engineering partners.
• Coordinating with internal SMEs and external consultants to ensure technical requirements are met.
• Communicating with stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, Finance, and Commercial to ensure seamless project execution.

What you will bring to the role

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Experience

Technical & Other Skills

Working Conditions

As this is a safety sensitive position, clearance of a pre-employment drug & alcohol test is required.

In order to be considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in United States.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $125,000 - $140,000 . The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications and prior relevant experience.

Benefits and commitment

This position is eligible for health care benefits, retirement benefits, paid time off, and annual bonus. We provide flexible and affordable employee benefits, retirement savings, paid time off programs, onboarding, training, and career development programs.

Additional requirements

The successful candidate for this position will undergo education verification, reference checks, and a criminal record check.

We believe that creating a culture that supports employees' physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing is critical to our success.

Relocation assistance may be available depending on posting requirements.

How to apply

To apply on this position please go to http : / / www.capitalpower.com / careers and search for JR806682

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