Outage Manager (Nuclear)

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.