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Highlights of the Job

EPCOR Water Services (EWS) is hiring a full‑time permanent Project Risk Analyst to join our Project Management team at the Rossdale WTP in Edmonton.

In this role, you will be a key contributor to EPCOR’s project and portfolio success by leading risk identification, analysis, and mitigation across a diverse and growing project portfolio. You will collaborate closely with project managers and technical teams to enhance risk practices, strengthen decision‑making, and support the successful delivery of EPCOR Water Services’ annual capital program of over $500M.

The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, analytically strong, and passionate about building and improving project risk frameworks that elevate overall project performance.

Internal and external applicants are welcome. Current EPCOR employees are encouraged to apply using their @epcor.com email to ensure internal seniority is recognized.

What You’d Be Responsible For

As the Project Risk Analyst, reporting to the Project Controls Manager, your key responsibilities include:

Risk Management & Analysis

• Develop, enhance, and implement project and portfolio risk management processes, tools, and systems.
• Facilitate risk assessment workshops with project teams.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative risk analysis for projects, programs, and portfolios.
• Identify and assess risks and opportunities, and support mitigation and response planning.
• Establish and maintain risk registers and a library of common project risks.
• Allocate and track risk management budgets for mitigation activities.

Project Controls & Reporting

• Support improvements to project scheduling, budgeting, and cost‑control processes through risk analysis.
• Provide project and portfolio‑level monitoring, including budgets, forecasts, KPIs, risks, and recovery plans.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for senior leadership based on risk analysis.
• Collaborate with Cost Control Specialists, Estimators, and Project Controls Analysts to develop forecasts, cash flows, and cost models.
• Use tools such as Power BI, Excel, Power Query, and Primavera P6 for data analysis and visualization.

Coaching, Standards & Continuous Improvement

• Train and coach project teams and risk owners on risk management processes and tools.
• Evaluate risk awareness across teams and provide targeted guidance or training.
• Contribute to building and enhancing EPCOR’s Project Control System and supporting operational excellence initiatives.
• Maintain a strong safety focus, high performance standards, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as required.

What’s Required to Be Successful

Education

• Completion of a 2‑year diploma in business, engineering, accounting, finance, economics, or a related field.
• A related degree may also be considered.

Certifications

• PMP Certification is considered an asset to have.
• ISO 31000 or PMI Risk Management Certification (or actively working toward one).

Experience

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in:
  • Construction project management.
  • Project risk management for multiple projects or portfolios.
  • Implementing risk management tools, applications, and methodologies.
  • Applying risk concepts to scheduling, budgeting, and cost‑control systems.
  • Water or wastewater construction projects (asset‑related infrastructure projects).
• Candidates with 5+ years of strong related experience may be considered for a developmental appointment.

Technical Skills

• Strong data analysis and visualization skills (Power BI, Excel, Power Query).
• Proficiency with project controls systems and scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6).
• Solid understanding of ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, or similar).
• Knowledge of construction best practices within the municipal utility/water industry.

Behaviours & Core Competencies

• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Effective decision‑making under uncertainty.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict‑management skills.
• Professional demeanor and stakeholder management capability.
• Commitment to continuous learning, personal effectiveness, and team success.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: CSU52

Class: T3 

Hours of work: 40 per week typically Monday to Friday

Wage: starting at $54.92 per hour 

• Final Wage and Step will be determined at the time of selection and based on a combination of factors as outlined in the Collective Agreement.
• If a candidate is hired at the developmental level starting wage will be determined based on experience at the time of selection.

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Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
• Prior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file.
• Successful applicants must provide their own vehicles with appropriate insurance in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy. You will be reimbursed in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy.