Project Manager

Summary

Join Deep Sky, a leader in Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology, and lead the development and execution of our DAC projects. As a Project Manager, you will oversee all phases, from initial design to commissioning and startup. This role demands strong leadership, technical expertise, and project management skills to deliver large-scale infrastructure initiatives successfully. You will manage schedules, budgets, and execution strategies, coordinating internal teams, contractors, and external partners. The ideal candidate is passionate about sustainability, thrives in fast-paced environments, and possesses a collaborative mindset. Deep Sky offers a mission-driven environment and competitive compensation and benefits.

Requirements

• 3+ years in project management experience in industrial, energy, infrastructure, or environment sectors
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Project Management, or a related technical field
• Experience with project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or equivalent)
• Proven track record delivering complex capital projects on time and on budget
• Experience managing cross-functional teams, consultants, contractors, and regulatory stakeholders
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to address challenges as they arise
• An eagerness to learn and take on new challenges in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• A passion for sustainability and climate-focused technologies

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the project schedule, budget, and execution strategy across all phases; planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover
• Develop and maintain strategic project execution plans that enable expedited delivery
• Lead all stages of development, including site selection, power sourcing, and financial modelling
• Drive coordination across internal teams, contractors, and external partners to keep milestones on track
• Anticipate roadblocks and proactively manage risks, escalating issues when needed
• Oversee vendor selection and coordination, from procurement through delivery and document reviews
• Keep project documentation organized — permits, contracts, reports, and everything in between
• Provide concise, high-level updates  to senior leadership to support fast decision-making
• Jump into any phase — design, construction, commissioning — and make progress happen
• Travel regularly to project sites to stay close to the work and ensure strong team alignment

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of construction project lifecycles and project management tools
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and shifting priorities in a startup environment
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• PMP or other relevant certification
• Bilingual in English and French (especially for Quebec-based projects)

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits