Lead Project Planner - Nuclear Construction

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Project Planner to oversee scheduling for Nuclear and Heavy Industrial Projects. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to impact project outcomes significantly while mentoring a team of planners. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in project planning and management within the heavy industrial sector, demonstrating strong leadership and analytical skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration, where your contributions will drive successful project completions and shape the future of nuclear construction.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans

Voluntary wellness programs

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project planning in heavy industrial sector.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of planners.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and maintenance of comprehensive project schedules.
• Prepare and deliver high-level project reports to management.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Risk Assessment

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Lead Project Planner - Nuclear Construction

Lead Project Planner - Nuclear Construction

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Requisition ID: 175716

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Department: Project Controls

Market: Nuclear

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

As a Lead Project Planner, you’ll play a key role in leading planning and scheduling activities on Nuclear and Heavy Industrial Projects. This hands-on role will give you the opportunity to directly impact the scheduling outcome over a broad range of projects in various stages of development and progress. By analyzing, monitoring, and maintaining the project’s progress, you’ll prepare and analyze reports, develop alternative solutions, and drive successful project completion. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in planning and managing large heavy industrial projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in planning and managing large heavy industrial projects, with a proven ability to lead and mentor a team of planners. This role requires strategic vision, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to drive project success in a dynamic environment.

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, Oshawa or 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.
  
  
  

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 discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Construction and Civil Engineering

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