Project Manager

We are seeking a full time Project Manager to provide support on multiple projects over the next three years (project size will differ) for our nuclear client. The Project Manager will be responsible for the overall execution of assigned projects. This includes all aspects of project management such as initiating, planning, implementing, closing and monitoring all stages of the life cycle of a project from inception, approval to final acceptance and close-out as per the contracted job description.

This is an on-site/in-office position in New Brunswick, no remote work.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

• Manage and direct all aspects of assigned projects.

• Coordinate activities of team members and stakeholders to achieve project goals.

• Prepare and maintain detailed project execution plans, including development of project scope, schedule and budget, including input from project stakeholders as appropriate.

• Ensure the project scope, schedule and budget are managed and communicated as appropriate to all team members.

• Conduct periodic meetings with project stakeholders.

• Address project issues as they arise.

• Track progress of project against baseline schedule and budget and take appropriate actions if variances occur.

• Manage project risk assessment, coordinates periodic risk reviews and prepares risk management plans as necessary.

• Ensure that all project team members are focused on ensuring safe execution of the project.

• Manage change requests to scope, schedule or budget.

• Prepare regular project reports, including costs, schedule, safety and risk. Maintain records of correspondence and files as appropriate for the project.

• Conducts project closeout procedures, including financial closeout, documentation wrap-up and benefits realization reporting.

Mandatory Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience in a leadership role within construction projects.

• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in an industrial environment.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license is mandatory.

Education and Experience Preferences

• Relevant experience in the electrical utility sector

• Experience in the following aspects of project management including schedule development, cost estimation, cost control, risk management, contract administration, and construction management.

• Engineering Technologist Diploma or University degree in Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference is given to the Electrical discipline, but other disciplines will be considered.

• Formal training in project management would be considered an asset.

• Certification as a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or as a Project Management Professional (PMP), or working towards either certification, would be considered an asset.

• Proficiency in document creation and editing (Microsoft Office Products such as Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Excel).

• Proficiency with Primavera and/or Microsoft Project would be considered an asset.

Key Competencies Preferences

• Well-developed interpersonal skills are necessary in order to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing requirements to a wide range of client groups (internal and external).

• Skilled in coaching of co-workers and contractors, negotiation, mediation of disputes or differences of opinion and conflict resolution.

• Self-motivated, ability to work independently or in a team environment and provide leadership, support, direction, and consultation to a wide range of people.

• Ability to manage multiple initiatives with strong organizational skills to meet project deadlines.

• Willing to travel, participate in activities, network and build relationships.

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to organize, analyze and report on various parameters and data sets.

• Ability to learn to use new tools and adapt existing tools to the task at hand.

• Ability to communicate in both English and French would be considered an asset.

• Ability to proactively detect challenges to safety, quality, cost and schedule that will ensure development and execution of effective prevention, mitigation, or corrective actions.

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