Project Manager, Business Integration

WHO WE ARE

"Energizing the Future."

TransAlta owns, operates, and develops a diverse fleet of electrical generation assets in Canada, the United States, and Australia, providing municipalities, industries, and businesses with safe, low-cost, and reliable clean electricity. For over 111 years, TransAlta has been a responsible operator and proud community member where its employees work and live. We are committed to fostering a dynamic, productive, and safe work environment. Our employees contribute to a diverse, open, and transparent culture with clear accountabilities, strong leadership, and challenging opportunities for personal career growth.

For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, www.transalta.com.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

It is our collective mission to ensure that every single employee feels a sense of inclusion and belonging and can show up to work as their true authentic self. TransAlta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. TransAlta believes that diversity enhances the quality of its performance, is an essential element of effective corporate governance, and cultivates a strong workplace culture.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Project Manager, Business Integration plays a pivotal role in seamlessly incorporating new utility assets—whether through construction or acquisition—and strategic projects into TransAlta's existing operational framework, encompassing governance, people, processes, contracts, and technology.

This role is accountable for defining the scope, budget, and schedule for Business Integration activities within the broader Project Development Lifecycle. The Project Manager will develop and execute a comprehensive Project Integration Plan, ensuring a successful transition and handoff to relevant business workstreams. Key responsibilities include collaborating with and facilitating alignment across multiple business workstreams while partnering with cross-functional leadership teams. Success in this role requires driving accountability, taking ownership of results, and championing continuous improvement in integration, execution, and handoffs. Strong communication, conflict resolution, and diplomacy skills are essential, as the Project Manager will provide status updates and reporting across all organizational levels.

This role is based in our new head office in Downtown Calgary.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Guide integration projects through the established integration framework, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

• Develop the Integration Project Charter to define project scope, objectives, and key stakeholders.

• Create and maintain the Project Integration Plan, incorporating all Business Workstreams' plans and the overarching construction plan.

• Collaborate with Business Workstreams to develop accurate cost estimates and resource requirements

• Oversee and monitor the execution of the Project Integration Plan, ensuring milestones are met effectively.

• Manage interdependencies within the Project Integration Plan to ensure seamless coordination between workstreams.

• Track and report progress on key metrics, including budget, schedule, safety, and quality, to stakeholders.

• Engage with development, construction, and operations teams, providing regular updates to meet deadlines and contractual obligations.

• Proactively address and resolve issues as they arise, maintaining project momentum.

• Identify, mitigate, and manage risks, maintaining a regularly updated Risk Log.

• Lead project closeout activities, including the handoff process and documenting lessons learned for future improvements.

• Drive continuous improvement by challenging the status quo and streamlining processes.

• Undertake additional responsibilities as required to support project success.

• Travel to sites may be required as part of project oversight.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

To be successful in this role, we are looking for the following must-have qualifications and experience:

• 5+ years of experience demonstrating cross-functional awareness and successfully delivering transformational projects.

• Broad multi-disciplinary expertise gained through diverse work experiences in areas such as Accounting, Commercial, Engineering, Finance, IT, Maintenance, and Operations.

• PMP designation or a commitment to achieving it.

• Strong business acumen, with a proven ability to navigate complex organizational environments.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, combined with proficiency in productivity tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and SharePoint.

• Skilled in developing and delivering impactful presentations to audiences at all organizational levels.

• Proven ability to lead through influence, fostering collaboration and driving outcomes across teams.

• Expertise in facilitating group meetings and workshops, with the ability to adapt communication styles to engage diverse audiences effectively.

Nice to Haves

The following qualifications and/or experience are desirable, but not essential:

• Post-secondary education in fields such as Accounting, Administration, Business, Commercial, Engineering, Finance, IT, Maintenance, Operations, or Sciences, or relevant professional designations are considered an asset

• Strong contract comprehension skills

• Experience in Asset or Business Integration projects

• Familiarity with Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and/or Divestitures

• Hands-on experience with Joint Ventures

• Background in Operations and/or Maintenance

• Expertise in Change Management, including guidance and driving adoption

• Experience with ERP migrations

• Knowledge of IT/OT systems and their integration.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer our employees comprehensive and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, annual incentives, and a rewards program. To learn more about how we can energize your future, check out our new Employee Experience Booklet.

Become part of our TransAlta team today! We look forward to reviewing your application.

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. At TransAlta, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse workforce where you can show up every day as your true, authentic self. So, if you're excited about this role but your qualifications and experience don't quite tick every box, we encourage you to apply anyways. You might just be the candidate we are looking for.