Front End Project Development Lead

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Wood is seeking a Front End Project Development Lead to coordinate the execution of various projects in our Canada Projects Business Unit, with a core focus on LNG Sustaining Capital programs in the Kitimat, British Columbia area. The Projects may include both Green and Brownfield work – and can include Engineering, Procurement, Fabrication, and Construction support project types; across the full life cycle project stages; Studies, DBM, FEED, Detailed Design/Execution.

The Role

The Front End Project Development Lead will lead a team of Wood specialists in defining and executing front-end development and sustaining capital projects at our Client’s refinery in the Edmonton region. This role requires a strong foundation in process engineering and mechanical engineering, with proven experience in client-facing project delivery. The successful candidate is expected to operate with autonomy and technical rigor.

What we can offer:

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across pulp and paper.
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice.
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market. Salary range for this position is
• Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle.
• Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests.
• Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession.

In our recruitment and hiring process at Wood Canada Ltd., we want to emphasize that we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or select candidates. We are committed to ensuring fairness and inclusivity by relying on the expertise from a team of professional recruiters for the application reviews, interviews, and qualification assessments.

Please note this role will work our standard office hybrid work schedule.

Typical Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage front-end scopes for sustaining capital projects, including FEL1/FEL2 phases.
• Lead feasibility studies, risk assessments, and concept selection for refinery upgrades (e.g., metallurgy, temperature control, corrosion mitigation).
• Act as the primary Wood Canada interface with the Clients production, business, and technical teams to ensure scope alignment and stakeholder engagement.
• Prepare project deliverables such as project premise documents, feasibility reports, basis for design, and execution plans.
• Support MOC (Management of Change) scopes independently under Client’s program.
• Ensure compliance with Clients’ Opportunity Realization Work Process and technical assurance protocols.
• Participate in construction walk-downs and field inspections to validate design intent and execution quality.
• Become fully familiar with Wood’s local design & delivery capabilities, and Wood’s global network of technical specialists; in order to offer our Clients unsurpassed expertise in solving technical challenges.

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don’t match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or chemical engineering
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng) registered with APEGA.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in oil & gas, refining, or petrochemical projects.
• Strong background in FEED, field engineering, and project management.
• Demonstrated ability to define project scopes, offer technical solutions, and develop execution plans, based on limited inputs and data from the Client.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera P6, AutoCAD, and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• This position is based in Edmonton and is not eligible for relocation assistance or living allowance. Candidates must be located in the Edmonton area or be willing to relocate at own expense
• Authorization to lawfully work in Canada without sponsorship from Wood is required

Desirable:

• Familiarity with Shell, Suncor, and/or Imperial Oil project systems and standards is an asset.

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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