Manager, Business Enablement

Trans Mountain Corporation operates Canadas only pipeline system transporting oil products to the West Coast. We deliver approximately 890000 barrels of petroleum products each day through a dual pipeline system of more than 1150 kilometres of pipeline in Alberta British Columbia and Washington state.

Trans Mountain also operates a state-of-the-art loading facility Westridge Marine Terminal with three berths providing tidewater access to global markets.

As a federal Crown corporation Trans Mountain continues to build on more than 70 years of experience delivering operational and safety excellence through our crude oil pipeline system.

With our expanded pipeline system now in place Trans Mountain provides enhanced direct access for Canadian crude oil to world markets. The expansion realizes a world-class system for oil transport developed to Canadas high standards within one of the most stringent regulatory regimes in the world creating long-term economic benefits enhanced marine protection enhanced safety and emergency management capabilities and enhanced skilled-worker capacity building in communities and Indigenous groups.

Our Core Values

Trans Mountains core values Safety Integrity Respect and Excellence guide our every step. Each obstacle weve overcome or success weve experienced has been the result of a shared commitment to living these values every day. Together were focused on doing the right thing for each other and our communities. If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your strengths in an environment that encourages Safety Integrity Respect and Excellence we invite you to explore this opportunity with us!

Location: Calgary Head Office

Department: Major Projects Office

Reports to: Vice President Major Projects

Worker Type: Employee

Schedule Type: Full-time

Work Setting: In-office

Trans Mountain is seeking a collaborative motivated and values driven individual to join our dynamic team as Manager Business this position you will play a key role in enhancing the effectiveness alignment and operational performance of the Major Projects organization. The role leads business planning organizational enablement technology adoption process improvement supports governance coordination and executive reporting activities that support the successful delivery of the departments strategic objectives. Working across project corporate and operational functions the Manager acts as a central integrator ensuring priorities initiatives and organizational capabilities are aligned to support current and future Major Projects delivery requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of organizational strategies business plans and priorities in collaboration with the VP Major Projects. Responsible for establishing operating rhythms and governance frameworks that enable successful delivery of the Major Projects portfolio. Manage business performance improvement through strategic alignment of people processes and systems.
• Responsible for the strategic planning process for the Major Projects business unit encompassing priority-setting success metric definition and enterprise alignment. Lead the development of executive-level content presentations and briefing materials that inform decision-making at the senior leadership and Board level.
• Manage the technology enablement strategy for Major Projects functioning as the executive sponsor for digital transformation initiatives. Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of system implementations encompassing business case development requirements definition change management and adoption measurement. Responsible for championing innovation and emerging technologies including AI to elevate organizational capabilities.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and working groups to achieve strategic priorities defined by Major Projects Senior Leadership. Manage relationships with shared service functions including PMO Human Resources Organizational Change Management and Information Technology serving as the senior liaison and escalation point. Responsible for integrated delivery and resolution of cross-functional dependencies.
• Responsible for the continuous improvement agenda for Major Projects including process optimization governance enhancements and operational excellence initiatives. Manage third-party vendor relationships and contracts to guarantee quality delivery of business enablement services. Lead the definition of performance metrics and reporting frameworks to assess and communicate organizational effectiveness. Project manage 3rd party service providers to enable efficient and coordinated delivery of tactics for business enablement.
• Manage strategic relationships with senior stakeholders at the VP Director and C-suite level across the organization. Responsible for representing Major Projects in enterprise-wide forums and initiatives. Lead negotiations to advance organizational priorities and secure resources.
• Responsible for serving as a trusted strategic advisor to the VP Major Projects on emerging business challenges organizational risks and growth opportunities. Lead the anticipation of issues and formulation of recommendations grounded in rigorous analysis and stakeholder engagement.
• Manage high-priority strategic initiatives and special projects as assigned by the VP Major Projects. Responsible for mobilizing resources and leading execution on time-sensitive organizational priorities.

Qualifications and Professional Experience

• Post-secondary education in Commerce Business Administration Finance Economics Engineering Science or related discipline.
• A Master of Business Administration or another advanced degree is considered an asset.
• Minimum 15 years of progressive experience including direct exposure to major projects; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Project management experience is considered an asset particularly in understanding the needs of an owner/operator project organization.
• Experience in major pipeline projects across different disciplines including exposure to commercial agreements and contracts.
• Demonstrated experience in people leadership or senior supervisory roles with accountability for team performance and delivery in fast-paced deadline-driven environments and a proven ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to successfully achieve defined business objectives and desired outcomes.
• Technology experience such as digital enablement systems implementations or process automation.
• Previous experience working with AI is considered an asset.
• Experience in the oil and gas industry with Midstream industry experience strongly preferred.
• Collaborative and supportive leader with a passion for mentoring coaching developing talent fostering teamwork and guiding others through difficult conversations with empathy tact diplomacy and discretion.
• A consistent track record of delivering highquality work managing competing priorities and supporting key business processes or operational functions.
• Experience supporting Board of Directors meetings through the development of reports presentations and strategic briefing materials is considered an asset.
• Strong ability to build and maintain collaborative trust-based relationships with colleagues stakeholders and leaders across diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly respectfully professionally and with sound judgment in both routine and high-stakes situations.
• Demonstrated ability to translate technical requirements into clear business outcomes and organizational value.
• Commitment to inclusive practices and a willingness to contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive workplace culture.

Working Conditions

• Willingness and ability to travel as required.
• Will need to provide support outside of regular business hours and/or on the weekend.

Application

Candidates may submit their application in English or French. To apply in French please use our French careers site: Careers (French)

At Trans Mountain we believe in an inclusive accessible and barrier free recruitment and selection process for all applicants. If you require an accommodation at any point in the process please contact us at: or the designated Talent Acquisition Advisor. Accommodation requests will not affect the assessment of your application or candidacy or the designated Talent Acquisition Advisor. Accommodation requests will not affect the assessment of your application or candidacy.

We Build Careers and Pipelines That Last

Our story is about determination resourcefulness and resilience. Its about charting our own course finding innovative solutions to challenging problems and doing the right thing. It was true when Trans Mountain became a company in 1951 and its just as true today. We welcome new members to our team that embrace the qualities in our story that thrive on the new path and directions we take. Our culture is one of care and taking our responsibilities seriously. If you would like to contribute to our culture then join our journey.

A Rewarding Opportunity

We offer:

• Valuable experience providing opportunity for professional development and career advancement;
• An opportunity to engage with and learn from some of the most talented and experienced people in the business;
• Competitive compensation;
• Comprehensive benefits programs including flexible benefits pension and savings plans;
• A place to share a sense of purpose and build relationships;
• Meaningful work that makes a difference;
• An opportunity within the Canadian energy industry.

We value:

• The health safety and wellness of everyone working in our company;
• Meaningful participation from Indigenous and local communities;
• The commitment and resilience of our people;
• Collaboration and achieving success together.

In keeping with Trans Mountains commitment to maximize benefits for communities priority will be given to qualified candidates from Indigenous local and regional communities along the Trans Mountain pipeline corridor.

In Alberta the pipeline system spans the traditional territories of Treaty 6 7 and 8 and the Métis Nation of Alberta (Zone 4).

In British Columbia the system crosses the traditional territories of numerous First Nations that are affiliated with the Secwepemc Dakelh (Carrier) Nlakapamux Syilx/Okanagan Interior and Coast Salish Stó:lo as well as the Métis.

Trans Mountain also operates through 15 First Nation Reserves located within the region spanning the BC interior through Fraser Valley.

Our Commitment to Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)

Trans Mountain is committed to fostering inclusion diversity equity and accessibility. The diverse viewpoints and cultural knowledge that our employees bring to work enrich our organizations collective cultural understanding which is reflected in the work we do every day. We strive to create an environment that is free of barriers to promote full participation in the workplace. Trans Mountain welcomes new team members from traditionally underrepresented groups including but not limited to women Indigenous Peoples members of racialized groups persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI community.