Instrumentation Manager - Grande Prairie, Alberta

CDN is a recognized industry leader in the energy services sector. CDN is a full-service provider with expertise in Electrical & Instrumentation maintenance, renewables/solar, major projects, combustion & emissions reduction, and measurement.

We are looking to hire an Instrumentation Manager based out of our Grande Prairie branch.

This role is responsible for monitoring day to day jobs and projects to ensure all jobs have the required skills, resources, and manpower to carry out the project.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor the costs, productivity, and scheduling associated with the instrumentation department.
• Monitor department and project expenses to ensure all budget requirements are met.
• Must have an ability to maximize manpower while utilizing the skills, material, and other resources to ensure efficiencies are met and exceeded.
• Work alongside with the Electrical and Automation Managers to ensure all maintenance and construction jobs have the required manpower and skills required to carry out each job to the expectations of the Clients.
• Must be able to maintain and develop lasting relationships with internal and external parties (Employees, Managers/Owners & Customers).
• Participate in the ongoing annual evaluations and performance reviews of employees and contractors.
• Be proactive and examine possible opportunities while working closely with the Director of Operations to ensure all areas of improved growth can be obtained.
• Be the liaison and main contact for Instrumentation maintenance and construction projects.
• Support and mentor Instrument Technician apprentices and Journeyman Instrument Technicians.
• Provide technical assistance and recommendations for proper operations, design, and instrumentation installations.
• Conduct Site visits periodically.
• Build rapport with the Instrument Technician Apprentices and Journeyman to understand everyone’s skills and strengths to develop a strong team.
• Collaborate with the Estimating team to develop the project budget for the direct and indirect costs for the job scope.
• Comply with the standards and safety procedures of the CDN Controls Health & Safety Manual.
• Participate in and occasionally lead monthly safety meetings.
• Work with the project teams and ensure targets are being met and conduct regular reviews/ follow ups and progress reports and changes.
• All other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid class 5 license with a clean driver’s abstract.
• Journeyman Instrumentation Technician ticket.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office Skills (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills:
• Ability to deal with difficult people/situations with a calm demeanor.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Up to date and relevant Safety Tickets required.

Our employment benefits include:

• Belonging to a strong, motivating team.
• On-the-job training and a commitment to mentorship from invested, industry-leading professionals.
• Competitive pay, benefits, and RRSP-matching program.
• Generous vacation and flex days.
• Opportunities for advancement.

At CDN, our employees are united by our four core values:

• Character.
• Connection.
• Drive.
• Growth.

Apply today at www.cdncontrols.ca/careers

While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted.

CDN is an equal opportunity employer and aims to be an employer of choice dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a safe and respectful environment where everyone can succeed. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected factors.