Technical SME,Nuclear Job Cambridge area,Ontario Canada,Engineering

Position: Technical SME, New Nuclear

What is the Opportunity?

The New Nuclear Development group, provides engineering, procurement, construction and project management support at the early stages of new nuclear projects. The projects could be for small modular reactors (SMR) or for large scale nuclear. Project support could include estimating, technology assessments, constructability reviews, schedule development, contract development and other activities that are typically required by clients in the early stages of project development.

The work could be Aecon only or in a Joint Venture partnership with other organizations. Our projects can be in Canada, the US or Internationally. Aecon's leadership role in these early stages is critical to ensure that either Aecon alone or as part of a JV is set up for success as we move into the execution phase. The NND projects would take the work into the Validation Phase and assist in establishing the execution organization.

It is expected that the Technical SME, New Nuclear reports to the Technical Director, New Nuclear and shall be accountable for the below responsibilities.

What You'll Do Here:

Leading complex team with various disciplines from project controls, operations, finance, estimating, etc.

Focus on proactively improving execution through innovation, lessons learned and productivity improvement.

Effectively managing interactions with challenging clients to maintain positive relationships, resolve conflicts, and achieve desired outcomes, fostering long-term partnerships.

Effectively collaborating with partners from different organizations to achieve common goals, leveraging diverse expertise and resources while navigating complex relationships and shared responsibilities.

Develop an appropriate planning and execution organization that can successfully execute major new build nuclear construction projects.

High level of executive management exposure which will include having built, managed and sustained a high performing business to deliver profitable growth. Significant experience and understanding of the Nuclear Industry and its approaches, including requirements of both Owners and Contractors

What You Bring to the Team:

BSc in Engineering or equivalent technical experience.

20+ years of experience in planning and managing major capital projects, ideally large-scale Nuclear projects. Understanding of Nuclear Safety Culture & INPO principles, experience in highly regulated construction environments, ideally in commercial nuclear power.

Project management, contract management, and risk management skills.

Must appreciate the importance of Quality Assurance Programs and their significance to the nuclear industry.

Understanding of nuclear designs, systems, reactor fundamentals, materials, and maintenance is desired.

Experience with construction strategy, means and methods, project management fundamentals, and business acumen are crucial.

Knowledge of key players and existing relationships within the nuclear sector. Significant experience and understanding of the Nuclear Industry and its approaches, including requirements of both Owners and Contractors.

Reason for Vacancy:
New

Pay Range $150,000 - $200,000 per year

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role

Technical SME, Nuclear