Lead Project Planner - Nuclear Construction

Kiewit; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Lead Project Planner for Nuclear Construction. This role involves leading project schedules, mentoring teams, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure project success. You'll engage in risk assessments, prepare high-level reports, and utilize advanced project management tools. Join a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and offers a comprehensive benefits package. Your work will contribute to vital energy and infrastructure projects that positively impact communities for generations. Embrace the opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic environment with endless possibilities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans

Voluntary wellness programs

Employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 10+ years in project planning within heavy industrial sector.
• Experience in leading teams and managing project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and maintenance of project schedules.
• Mentor planners and ensure high performance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for seamless execution.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

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Lead Project Planner - Nuclear Construction

Location:

Darlington, ON, CA Oshawa, ON, CA Vaughan, ON, CA Toronto, ON, CA

Requisition ID:175716

Job Level:Mid Level

Home District/Group:Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Department:Project Controls

Market:Nuclear

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

District Overview

Kiewit Nuclear Canada. is a full-service engineering, project management, and construction provider operating. Our experience and expertise span all aspects of the nuclear-related market from carbon-free, small modular reactors to Dept of Energy science, environmental and nuclear security mission capabilities. With these broad capabilities, we operate in the power utility, renewable energy, industrial, and infrastructure markets. As part of Kiewit, we are integrated with 135 years of construction and engineering excellence that provides wholistic solutions, differentiating our team from the rest of the industry.

Location

The position will be based on our project in Darlington, ON. The successful candidate will be local to Darlington, Oshawaor surrounding areas, or willing to relocate.

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs. The successful candidate will also be open to traveling and relocating for future projects.

Qualifications

• Lead the development and maintenance of comprehensive project schedules, ensuring alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Oversee and mentor a team of planners, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.
• Conduct detailed risk assessments and develop robust mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and deliver high-level project reports and presentations to senior management and clients.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Utilize advanced project management software and tools to monitor and report on project performance.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration across all project teams.

Responsibilities

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project planning within the heavy industrial sector, with at least 3 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working on site in a project coordination role or higher within the heavy industrial or nuclear sector.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• In-depth understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

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Other Requirements:
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discriminationand complywith all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

There’s no limit to what you’ll do at Kiewit. Whether you’re building or supporting projects that provide communities with dependable energy, safe transportation, clean water, or access to health care, the work you do will positively impact people’s lives for generations to come.

Here you’ll have endless opportunities to expand your expertise through on-the-job experience and internal and external training and development opportunities.

We offer our full-time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry.From top-tier health care programs to employee assistance programs and retirement planning, we aim to provide you with the tools you need to be successful in the areas of life that matter most to you.

Kiewit is an equal-opportunity employer, and we believe a diverse workforce is vital to the success of our business. We continue our efforts to attract, develop and retain employees from all backgrounds who are passionate about our industry.

We are committed to veteran and military hiring and will consider relevant military experience as equivalent to qualification requirements.