Engineering Director

Overview

Engineering Director SGR has overall accountability for the progression of planning and readiness activities related to Pickering Steam Generators Replacement program. This position provides leadership and alignment for all activities related to the Pickering SGR. Reporting directly to the Vice President, Chief Nuclear Engineer, they are the primary point of contact to ensure a consistent, deliberate, and clear methodology is used for key decisions, and advancement of deliverables their scope of work.

Work is 100% physically present in the office, and work locations will be a mixture of Pickering Project Office (Clements Road), Atkins-Realis office (Pickering Parkway), OPG Pickering offices (Brock Road), and on site at Pickering Nuclear Generating Station. Most of their time will be spent on site during execution.

This role will be accountable for all phases of execution, including planning, resource allocation, contract management, and stakeholder engagement, including with the client and partner organizations. The ED will ensure seamless collaboration and alignment with client expectations and corporate standards.

Given the complexity and safety-critical nature of SGR, nuclear construction experience is valuable. Ideally, the ED will have a strong understanding of the Boilers during major mid-life refurbishment work, as this experience provides unique insight into the technical, regulatory, and logistical challenges inherent in such projects.

As the single point of accountability for project delivery, the Engineering Director will ensure that governance structures, reporting mechanisms, and decision-making processes support the scale and complexity of FCFR. This includes driving innovation in execution strategies, optimizing supply chain performance, and championing continuous improvement. The Engineering Director's leadership will be instrumental in reinforcing AtkinsRéalis' reputation as a trusted partner in nuclear refurbishment and in delivering a project that secures clean, reliable power for generations to come.

• Project Planning & Execution
  • Develop comprehensive construction execution plans detailing timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and site strategies.
  • Define project scope and deliverables in alignment with contract requirements and client objectives.
  • Establish work breakdown structures (WBS), construction schedules, and performance benchmarks to drive on-site progress.
• Construction Leadership & Coordination
  • Assemble and lead a high-performing construction management team, including site supervisors, craft labour, and subcontractors.
  • Foster collaboration and clear communication among JV partners, suppliers, and client representatives to ensure seamless execution.
  • Ensure a detailed and thorough readiness process is executed in preparation for field work, including robotic tooling OPEX incorporation, trades training and construction package preparation.
• People Management
  • Maintain supervisory structure and oversee workforce development for all construction personnel.
  • Recruit, select, and deploy staff with appropriate trade and supervisory skills; coordinate training programs to ensure readiness.
  • Make informed decisions on labour matters, working closely with Labour Relations to address performance and compliance issues.
• Contract & Risk Management
  • Manage all aspects of construction contract administration, including scope control, change management, and subcontractor oversight.
  • Conduct rigorous risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to protect schedule, cost, and safety performance.
  • Ensure strict compliance with contractual obligations and governance standards.
• Safety & Quality Assurance
  • Enforce adherence to nuclear and industrial safety protocols across all…