GRANT STEPHENS
Edm,Canada
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Senior Project Manager/Construction Manager with over 20 years of expertise in oil & gas, SAGD, pipeline, and heavy industrial plant projects. Skilled in leading complex civil & mechanical construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring operational excellence, budget optimization, and regulatory compliance. Demonstrated success in client relationship management, subcontractor negotiations, Indigenous partnerships, and fostering high-performing teams. Consistently delivering projects on time and under budget while maintaining top-tier safety standards.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Thermo Design Engineering
07.2022 - Current
- Led engineering, procurement, and construction of a 168-cubic meter Water Treatment Plant at Pe Sakastew
- Managed civil ROW prep and pipeline installation at Black Rod Gathering Plant
- Oversaw contract management, safety, quality control, and cost tracking
- Reported to VP of projects, providing updates on construction progress and budget adherence
Senior Project Manager
Graham Construction
01.2020 - 07.2022
- Managed large-scale Syncrude infrastructure projects, including engineered earthworks and large-bore pipeline installations
- Led site preparation, line dredging, dewatering, and foundation construction
- Ensured seamless execution of mechanical, electrical, and structural steel installations
- Spearheaded disassembly, relocation, and reassembly of industrial facilities and equipment
Senior Project Manager
Site Resource Group
01.2018 - 07.2020
- Led pipeline projects exceeding $30M, overseeing 100+ direct and indirect personnel
- Managed contract negotiations, budget tracking, and regulatory compliance for clients including Cenovus & COOEC
- Conducted progress and safety meetings, change management, and risk mitigation
- Directed project close-out processes, ensuring seamless handovers and lessons learned documentation
Senior Project Manager
Mastec Canada
01.2012 - 05.2018
- Promoted to Senior Project Manager in 2014, managing multi-million-dollar pump station and pipeline projects
- Supervised civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical installations for Enbridge & TransCanada projects
- Standardized HR plans, safety procedures, and quality control systems, enhancing project delivery
- Championed Indigenous partnerships, optimizing subcontractor engagement and workforce development
Project Construction Manager
Gemini Integrated Solutions
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Managed major SAGD projects for EnCana, Laricina, and MEG Energy, leading EPC lifecycle execution
- Developed construction execution strategies, risk mitigation plans, and vendor procurement processes
- Led multi-disciplinary teams of 200+ personnel, delivering projects on schedule and within budget
Project Manager
Cobra Group of Companies
01.2004 - 01.2009
Site Superintendent
Flint Energy Services Ltd.
Whitecourt/Calgary, AB
01.1998 - 01.2004
Procurement/Estimator
Rice Engineering
01.1995 - 01.1998
Education
Construction Engineering Technology Diploma - Construction Engineering
NAIT
Edmonton, AB01.1995
Skills
- Project & Program Management
- Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC)
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Budget Planning & Cost Control
- HSE (Health, Safety & Environmental) Compliance
- Vendor & Subcontractor Management
- Indigenous Relations & Community Engagement
- Regulatory Compliance & Quality Control
- Team Building & Leadership
- Contract Negotiation & Change Management
- Construction Execution Plans & Process Optimization
- Progress Reporting & Stakeholder Communication
- Project planning
- Scope management
- Client relationship management
- Project plan development
Key Project Highlights
- Embridge Pump Stations, Western Canada, $185M, Led project Management Team delivering (12) Pump Stations. Improved schedule timeframe and set the bar for other contractors to complete work within our timeline.
- Saleski Pilot Project, Laricina Energy, $87M, Led EPC construction management from pre-planning to project completion. Developed schedule optimization strategies, reducing labor hours and improving efficiency.
- MEG Energy SAGD Construction, $9.3M, Improved progress reporting and scheduling, increasing client satisfaction. Led safety and quality control initiatives, reducing project risks and optimizing turnover documentation.
Training
- Workface Planning & Gate Process for Quality Pre-Planning
- Quality Control Management & Compliance Auditing
- Advanced MS Project, SAP ERP, AutoCAD & Primavera P6
- TAP Root Incident Investigation & Risk Management
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Thermo Design Engineering
07.2022 - Current
Senior Project Manager
Graham Construction
01.2020 - 07.2022
Senior Project Manager
Site Resource Group
01.2018 - 07.2020
Senior Project Manager
Mastec Canada
01.2012 - 05.2018
Project Construction Manager
Gemini Integrated Solutions
01.2009 - 01.2012
Project Manager
Cobra Group of Companies
01.2004 - 01.2009
Site Superintendent
Flint Energy Services Ltd.
01.1998 - 01.2004
Procurement/Estimator
Rice Engineering
01.1995 - 01.1998
Construction Engineering Technology Diploma - Construction Engineering
NAIT
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