What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Project Manager position at Deep Sky?
Deep Sky is at the forefront of addressing one of the most pressing challenges of our time: climate change. At Deep Sky, we are dedicated to developing and implementing Direct Air Capture (DAC) technologies that effectively remove excess carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere. We are actively working on a series of commercial scale facilities across Canada - come build with us!
As a Junior Project Manager at Deep Sky, you will play a crucial role in supporting the development and delivery of our Direct Air Capture (DAC) projects. You will work closely with the Senior Project Manager to ensure the successful planning, execution, and delivery of these complex projects. This position offers hands-on experience in managing large-scale infrastructure projects while contributing to our broader mission to combat climate change.
PLEASE READ AND RESPOND TO APPLICATION QUESTION OUTLINED AT THE END OF JOB DESCRIPTION
Key Responsibilities
Prepare a 3-page presentation that outlines your approach to planning and delivering the next Deep Sky One facility. Your goal is to provide a clear, executive-level overview of the opportunity and what it will take to deliver it successfully.
Your presentation should include:
Total Project Cost
Provide a rough order-of-magnitude cost estimate for the facility.
Clearly state your assumptions, major cost categories, and any uncertainties.
Project Roadmap
Outline the major phases and milestones from concept to commissioning.
Include indicative timelines and dependencies between phases.
Key Risks and Mitigations
Identify the top 3–5 risks that could impact project success.
Deliverables:
A 3-slide presentation, suitable for a 10–15 minute discussion with the Senior Project Manager
Be prepared to walk through your thinking, justify assumptions, and respond to questions.
Attach final presentation with resume.
Note:
This is an exercise to test problem solving and communication —not technical depth. Focus on clarity and practical considerations and budget no more than 3 hours for the exercise.
As a Junior Project Manager at Deep Sky, you will play a crucial role in supporting the development and delivery of our Direct Air Capture (DAC) projects. You will work closely with the Senior Project Manager to ensure the successful planning, execution, and delivery of these complex projects. This position offers hands-on experience in managing large-scale infrastructure projects while contributing to our broader mission to combat climate change.
PLEASE READ AND RESPOND TO APPLICATION QUESTION OUTLINED AT THE END OF JOB DESCRIPTION
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and implementation of project plans, timelines, and budgets
- Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and external stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met
- Monitor project schedules and ensure tasks are completed on time
- Support in tracking project progress and identifying potential risks or delays
- Assist in budget tracking and cost control activities to ensure projects stay within budget
- Maintain project documentation, including contracts, permits, and project reports
- Assist in the procurement and coordination of contractors and vendors
- Lead vendor coordination, ensuring equipment delivery within schedule and budget, tracking vendor progress and coordinating document review
- Support project meetings by preparing agendas, minutes, and action items
- Help prepare progress reports and presentations for senior leadership and stakeholders
- Provide general project support across multiple project phases, including design, construction, and commissioning
- Travel to site required and expected
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Project Management, or a related field
- Experience or internships in project management or related areas (energy and infrastructure sectors are a plus)
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proactive in identifying and mitigating project risks across all phases
- 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
- Experience with project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project) is beneficial
- A passion for sustainability and climate-focused technologies
- Alignment with Deep Sky mission and values
- A natural collaborator who thrives in fast-paced, high-impact environments
- Strong team-oriented mindset with a focus on accountability, responsibility, and collaboration
Prepare a 3-page presentation that outlines your approach to planning and delivering the next Deep Sky One facility. Your goal is to provide a clear, executive-level overview of the opportunity and what it will take to deliver it successfully.
Your presentation should include:
Total Project Cost
Provide a rough order-of-magnitude cost estimate for the facility.
Clearly state your assumptions, major cost categories, and any uncertainties.
Project Roadmap
Outline the major phases and milestones from concept to commissioning.
Include indicative timelines and dependencies between phases.
Key Risks and Mitigations
Identify the top 3–5 risks that could impact project success.
Deliverables:
A 3-slide presentation, suitable for a 10–15 minute discussion with the Senior Project Manager
Be prepared to walk through your thinking, justify assumptions, and respond to questions.
Attach final presentation with resume.
Note:
This is an exercise to test problem solving and communication —not technical depth. Focus on clarity and practical considerations and budget no more than 3 hours for the exercise.
