OPEN: Project Leader

Cpus Engineering Staffing Solutions Inc.; Pickering; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing agency is seeking a Project Leader for a 24-month onsite role at a nuclear facility. The successful candidate will coordinate projects, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure adherence to project management principles. This position offers a dynamic work environment grounded in excellence and best practices, ideal for candidates experienced in the Nuclear sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the Nuclear Sector.
• Knowledge of project management principles and business economics.
• PMP/P.ENG certification.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for coordinating projects from initiation to close out.
• Develop and maintain an accurate project schedule.
• Provide regular forecasts and updates on project status and risks.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Knowledge of project management principles

Tools

PMP

P.ENG

Job description

We are currently requesting resumes for the following position: Project Leader

Resume Due Date: Thursday, April 10th, 2025 (5:00PM EST)

Job ID: 25-018

Number of Vacancies: 7

Level: MP4

Duration: 24 Months

Hours of work: 35

Location: 889 Brock Road, Pickering

Work Mode: 100% onsite

Job Overview

• Experienced with project management principles, theories, and concepts such as project scoping, risk management, estimating, budgeting, forecasting and scheduling.
• Project management experience within a Nuclear generating facility an asset.
• Experienced with engineering and construction management concepts, methods and techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to develop and deliver reports, briefings, project plans, and presentations.
• Good organizational and leadership skills, and to be a self-starter who can work both independently and in a team environment that is dedicated to excellence and best practices.
• Have a strong interest in fast-paced, challenging work environments where showing initiative and self-motivation are assets;
• Strong in understanding, executing and following governance and procedures with a questioning and analytical attitude.
• Responsible for coordinating, facilitating and driving a project from initiation to close out.
• Coordinate and collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain updated and accurate schedule.
• Provide regular forecasts and management updates on projects/modifications status and risks
• Develop modification plans, contracting strategy, materials strategy and execution plans to ensure the assigned

Qualifications

EDUCATION

• Knowledge of project management principles, specifically the 5 primary project phases (Identification, Initiation, Definition, Execution, Closeout)
• Knowledgeof economics and business principles to provide project cost estimates and forecasts.

EXPERIENCE

The following are considered assets:

• Project management, specifically, experience in developing project requirements and plans, preparing cost estimates, participating in request for proposal and contract bidding and award processes, managing projects in execution phase, and managing project closeout.
• Managing conflicting priorities of scope, schedule, cost and quality.
• Familiarity with equipment and processes in generating station or similar heavy industry.
• Solving problems and providing guidance.
• Knowledge of cost accounting and forecasting as it relates to project management.
• Knowledge of commercial contracting methods, contract management, construction methods, codes and standards, quality assurance and health and safety.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Experience and ability as a team player to understand and manage the interrelationships of various internal and external groups in order to facilitate objectives and ensure projects satisfy stakeholder requirements.
• Experience and knowledge related to environmental protection and associated concerns.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• PMP/P.ENG
• 5 years or more of Experience in the Nuclear Sector

Our client is dedicated to promoting employment equity and encourages applications from equity-seeking communities including but not limited to: Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, and women. Our client aims to build a diverse team that reflects the communities it serves, enhancing its ability to meet their needs. We are committed to an inclusive and accessible work environment and invites all qualified individuals to apply, offering accommodations during the application, interview and onboarding process as needed. This effort supports our client’s long-term strategy for equity, diversity, and inclusion.