Lead Project Manager

51854 - To Be Determined - Regular 

Hiring salary range: $4,374.92 - $6,249.88 / Bi-weekly

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

*Possible locations to be in  Woodstock, Chatham, Burlington, Bowmanville, Napanee and Toronto* 

Job Function:

Within the Strategic Projects department, lead teams and manage complex projects, provide consulting, project management and facilitation services through all phases of system project life cycles. Develop project strategies, plans and support the development of project management strategies pertaining to assets, technology and systems and identify opportunities for cost savings.

Job Description:

• Lead and manage complex projects and be responsible for the integration of Transmission Stations and Lines, Distribution Stations and Lines, Civil, Electrical, Environmental, Real Estate, Telecommunications, Computer Technologies, Information Systems, Application Systems, LANS and a variety of Computer Technologies.
• Coordinate work program needs for project and team charters while identifying the key customers and stakeholders within the framework ISO 14001. Implement Quality Assurance and Quality Control mechanisms by utilizing problem solving techniques, audits and evaluations for ongoing project quality and continuous improvement by assessing and implementing improvement strategies project specific.
• Manage and perform the full life cycle of work programs resolving issues of performance, scheduling and control. Define objectives, perform tasks and produce deliverables critical to the success of the project and in the development of and implementation of contractual agreements. Identify needs for staffing resources, material resources and project management support, as required. Identify the project components ensuring the project team understand the deliverables from start to close out.
• Manage risks related to the identification, quantification, response development and response control throughout the course of a project by establishing a project management process for identifying, analyzing, prioritizing, planning, implementing, evaluating and documentation. Develop and communicate risk response through acceptance, avoidance or mitigation.
• Provide project management and facilitation services through all phases of systems project life cycles, including needs assessment, support business case development, support approval, project manage implementation and transition to operational status.
• Develop project strategies, plans and provide consultation and support for the development project management strategies pertaining to assets, technology and systems. Identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Contribute to the development of policies, strategies, standards and integrated plans for Transmission Stations, and Lines, Distribution Stations and Lines, Civil, Electrical, Environmental, Real Estate, Telecommunications, Computer Technologies, Information Systems, Application Systems, LANS and a variety of Computer Technologies.
• Provide consultation, planning and support services to Business Units and functions, in connection with Transmission Stations and Lines, Distribution Stations and Lines, Civil, Electrical, Environmental, Real Estate, Telecommunications, Computer Technologies, Information Systems, Application Systems, LANS and a variety of Computer Technology projects.
• Be responsible for the work of staff assigned to participate in the project teams or assisting other work activities, by planning, organizing, assigning and checking their work and giving advise, guidance and direction as necessary, in working environment which is consistent with the philosophy and the goals of continuous quality improvement. Refer personal issues which have a significant impact on the project or employment of staff assigned to the project to the Supervisor for resolution.
• Perform other duties as required

Selection Criteria

Education:

• Requires a knowledge of business administration and project management to integrate and coordinate information services and provide consulting services to customers.
• Requires a knowledge of information technology and systems associated with project management activities.
• Requires a good knowledge of English to communicate effectively with others and prepare technical reports. This knowledge is considered to be normally acquired through the completion of 4 years of University training (Grade XII plus 5 years).

Experience:

• Requires experience in information management systems and business process redesign.
• Requires experience in consulting, project management and facilitation services through all phases of systems project life cycles, including needs assessment, business case development, approval, implementation and transition to operational status.
• Requires experience to be familiar with the practices and procedures of the department, the organization structure, operation and service requirements of client groups.
• Requires experience to manage multiple work programs and effectively lead and facilitate teams consistent with the goals and philosophies of continuous quality improvement. A period of over 8 years and up to and including 10 years is considered necessary to gain this experience.

At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026. 

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email careers@hydroone.com. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

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Deadline: July 20, 2026

The base salary for this role considers a variety of factors, including candidates' knowledge, skills, experience, education, and any applicable collective agreement requirements for union-represented positions. Hydro One provides an extensive offering of programs to promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, inclusivity, and sustainability to enable our employees to be the best version of themselves. For management roles, compensation is based on the principle of pay-for performance compensation philosophy, and the amount of annual adjustments and incentive payments depends on how well you and the company perform (subject to plan terms). We encourage open dialogue about compensation with our Talent Acquisition Team, who can provide more detailed information specific to this role.

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