Outage Manager; Nuclear

Position: Outage Manager (Nuclear)
Location: Bowmanville

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald’s Power Generation team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Outage Manager will plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate outage maintenance projects from start to finish according to schedule, specifications and budget. Emphasis is placed on estimating, reporting and monitoring progress, planning and scheduling, and dealing with project change under the direction of the Senior Outage Manager or Project Director.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To plan to execute projects in accordance with Corporate Policy; managing all day-to-day project management

Establish project objectives that support outage goals and develop the project plan, including onboarding strategies, contracting requirements, schedule calendars, etc.

Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates and project forecasts

Plan and prepare construction and maintenance schedules including adherence to outage milestones and monitor progress against established schedules

Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with suppliers and subcontractors

Lead the project organization and assign the work activities throughout the project lifecycle

Monitor project performance (cost, schedule, quality) and complete and distribute regular project reports (including issues, status, and KPIs) to key stakeholders

Hire and supervise the activities of subcontractors

Prepare progress reports and issue progress schedules to clients

Review work/contracts/WIP for areas of risk and correct deficiencies

Supervise and complete project close-out activities and support the transition to operations

Maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders

Build and maintain customer and supplier/vendor relationships to enhance competitiveness in the industry and promote good customer relationships

Perform sales calls and visits to potential and existing accounts to generate business

Represent company on matters such as business services

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Communicates Effectively

Customer Focus

Problem Solving and Innovation

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor Degree in Engineering (or related discipline) or related experience

P.Eng and Project Management Professional (PMP) designation preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

10 years of project management experience for nuclear power plant industry or related construction/industrial projects, preferably in an Outage environment

Relevant experience in project development and planning

Experience effectively managing projects of medium risk and complexity (recommended worth between 10-100M, exceptions may apply)

Experience overseeing project teams

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Strong leadership, communication, organization, and analytical skills

Computer Literacy;
Microsoft Office programs and Black & McDonald JD Edwards

Familiar with Project Management Processes;
Project Controls, Work Planning & Scheduling, Labour Relations and Contract Management

A Client Security Clearance will be required

WORK PERKS & BENEFITS

Company paid health and dental benefits

Opportunity to participate in community and wellness initiatives

Team building events

Access to a dynamic Employee & Family Assistance Program

Opportunity for ongoing professional development

Rewards and recognition

Scholarship Program for employee dependents

COMPENSATION
The expected salary range for this role is between $125,000/annually and $145,000/annually. The starting salary will be based on several factors such as the successful candidate’s qualifications, including but not limited to education, experience and overall competencies. Salary is one component of Black & McDonald’s total rewards package. Total rewards vary by position and may include additional offerings such as group insurance benefits, pension plan, annual performance bonus, and career development programs.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.