Modification Team Lead, Nuclear

Bird Construction; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Bird Construction is seeking a Modification Team Lead for nuclear projects based in Pickering, ON. You will coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and oversee design, procurement, and construction activities to ensure compliant, on-time delivery.

The role requires an engineering background, EIT/PE eligibility in Ontario, and strong communication skills. Ideal candidates have 3–8 years of project experience in nuclear or similar regulated environments, with proficiency in project controls and

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Nuclear, or related engineering.
• Registered or eligible for registration as an EIT or P.Eng. in Ontario.
• 3–8 years of project engineering, coordination, construction, or engineering experience in industrial, infrastructure, energy, or nuclear environments.
• Experience with OPG, Bruce Power, CNL, or regulated nuclear facilities is a strong asset.
• Knowledge of engineering, procurement, construction, and project delivery processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate between Bird team and Owner/Customer’s work processes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work with Owner/Customer’s engineering team and stakeholders to resolve technical issues.
• Provide Design Service Provider oversight on projects with subcontracted design services.
• Oversee execution scope assessment within the Owner/Customer’s work management system.
• Fulfill field team roles as required by procedures.
• Coordinate procurement-related issues with the procurement team.
• Conduct field walkdowns during the project life cycle.
• Provide installation and commissioning technical oversight.
• Create installation or commissioning workplans as required.
• Update operations and maintenance procedures affected by projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Strong communication

Multi-priority management

Safety focus

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management tools

Job description

Modification Team Lead, Nuclear Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Engineer (Modification Team Lead ) will work closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers, Superintendents, Subcontractors, and Client Representatives to support the successful planning, execution, and delivery of nuclear construction projects. The role is responsible for coordinating engineering, procurement, construction, quality, safety, schedule, and project controls activities while ensuring compliance with the client, regulatory, and project requirements. This role is based out of Pickering, ON.

What You Will Be Working On

• Coordinate between the Bird team and the Owner/Customer’s work processes throughout the project lifecycle
• Work closely with Owner/Customer’s engineering team, Design Service Provider, and other stakeholders in resolving technical issues
• Responsible for Design Service Provider oversight on all projects or portions of projects where the design services are subcontracted to a Design Service Provider
• Coordinate the assessment of the execution scope within the Owner/Customer's work management system
• Fulfill the field team role as required by the Owner/Customer’s procedures
• Coordinate with the procurement team to address any procurement-related issues
• Conduct field walkdowns as required throughout the project life cycle
• Provide installation and commissioning technical oversight
• Create installation or commissioning workplans when required
• Identify and update existing Owner/Customer’s operations and maintenance procedures because of the initiated projects when required
• Initiate Temporary Change Requests (TCRs) as required for temporary alteration in power plants
• Coordinates work protection requirements with the Owner/Customer’s stakeholders and work protection representatives from Bird
• Develop preventative maintenance strategies when required and initiate technical procedural changes resulting from the project as required
• Develop modification turnover strategies to the Owner/Customer
• Document any technical installation issues on an issue tracking file and drive the resolution of these issues
• Collaborate with Design Team Lead on field changes and determine whether they follow the intent or non-intent change criteria
• Arrange post installation walk-down with all stakeholders
• Ensure all request for information (RFI) for field changes are incorporated in the final drawings prior to turning over the project to the Owner/Customer
• Complete all required forms and documentation to demonstrate readiness for commissioning or turnover to the Owner/Customer
• Assess training requirement to the Owner/Customer’s personnel based on the modification

What We Are Looking For

• Undergraduate Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Nuclear, or related Engineering discipline.
• Registered or eligible for registration as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario.
• 3-8 years of project engineering, project coordination, construction, or engineering experience within industrial, infrastructure, energy, or nuclear environments.
• Experience supporting projects for OPG, Bruce Power, CNL, or other regulated nuclear facilities is considered a strong asset.
• Knowledge of engineering, procurement, construction, and project delivery processes.
• Understanding of project controls, cost management, scheduling, forecasting, and change management principles.
• Experience reviewing engineering drawings, technical specifications, procedures, and construction work packages.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project requirements in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Nuclear security clearance or eligibility to obtain site access clearance is considered an asset.

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