25-016 Electrical, I&C Project Leader


Resume Due Date: Thursday, February 06, 2025 (5:00PM EST)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Level: MP4
Hourly Rate: $65 - 82/hour
Duration: 24 Months
Hours of work: 40
Location: Pickering (100% onsite)



Job Overview

Lead and administer the organization, coordination and execution of assigned project(s) within multidiscipline project portfolios. Lead matrix project execution teams. Coordinate and be responsible for project documentation. Ensure appropriate Project Management and Contract Management governance is followed. In particular on the Steam Generators Replacement project.


JOB DUTIES

• Utilize approved Project Management processes for integration, scope, schedule, cost, change control, estimating, communications and reporting, and risk management.
• Perform project management activities throughout the lifecycle of assigned projects, ensuring all project objectives and commitments are controlled and delivered within targets of safety, quality, budget and schedule.
• Provide input into the preparation of project background information, contribute to scope and constructability reviews, assist in the preparation of Business Case Submissions .
• Prepare and coordinate the preparation of all information pertinent to an assigned project and alternatives to be considered for input into planning.
• Initiate and coordinate scopes of work (WBS), estimates, schedules, risk management plans, project management plans, gate packages, and contract performance specifications. Develop structures for estimating and controlling project cost and schedule. Gather input from stakeholder departments and agencies to ensure project requirements are captured and detailed in the estimate and execution plans. Arrange for application to, and negotiate with internal and external agencies for all necessary approvals, licenses, permits or clearances required. Ensure proper process is followed when defining labour requirements and arranging for labour resources. Coordinate the clarification of design and specification requirements and arrange for necessary changes. Co­ ordinate and participate in the preparation of specifications, bid packages, evaluation of tenders, and purchasing recommendations.
• Arrange and lead meetings to coordinate the requirements of, and progress by designers, suppliers, construction and operations before and after contract award.
• Maintain close liaison with field construction and operations on matters involving design, schedules, costing, and other related issues.
• Provide immediate and higher management with regular project or work package reports. Monitor, evaluate and report on cost and schedule, and manage changes. Review cost variance reports, provide explanations and recommendations for disposition of variances, and take corrective actions when required. Evaluate project plans at every stage for project risk and develop mitigation plans. Execute other project management functions as required by corporate policies and procedures.
• Manage and maintain communication with internal and external stakeholders, regulatory bodies and agencies, and cooperate in exchange of relevant information as required to meet the project objectives. Arrange and chair meetings involving appropriate stakeholders with a given project. Guide and direct discussions involving internal staff, contractors, manufacturers, suppliers and the like, in an effort to efficiently and effectively meet project objectives. Coordinate the preparation of project turnover documentation and ensure completeness. Document and address outstanding project deficiencies.
• Visit various site locations, manufacturers, and suppliers as required.

Qualifications

• Experience with Electrical and l&C engineering modifications is mandatory, particularly in a Nuclear generating station.
• Engineering degree or relative demonstratable education and experience. Knowledge and experience with OPG Engineering Change Control (ECC) process. Modification Team Leader (MTL) experience and/or previous MTL qualification.
• Project Field oversight experience.
• Problem solving and issue resolution experience.
• Experience working alongside and in collaboration with contractors and suppliers. This role will utilize practical knowledge gained from prior refurbishment work/projects.
• This role will utilize practical and academic knowledge gained from Project Management experiences.
• Project management, specifically, experience in developing project requirements and plans, preparing cost estimates, participating in request for proposal and contract bidding and award processes, managing projects in execution phase, and managing project closeout.
• Collaborating with vendors and other work groups in developing the best solutions for the project and program by utilizing a One Team and Fit For Purpose culture
• Managing conflicting priorities of scope, schedule, cost and quality.
• Familiarity with equipment and processes in Nuclear generating station or similar heavy industry.