Project Issue Manager

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC.; Peterborough; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global clean energy company is seeking a Project Issue Manager in Canada. This position involves driving issue resolution in project management, leading teams, and ensuring timely delivery of projects. Ideal candidates have 4-6 years of engineering experience and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Benefits include a competitive compensation package, health insurance, and a flexible work schedule.

Benefits

Great compensation package

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match

Paid Vacations, Sick/Personal, and Holidays

Flexible schedules

100% medical/dental/vision insurance premiums paid

Educational Reimbursement Program

Employee Referral and Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-6 years of experience in a technical or engineering lead role.
• Willingness to pursue Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Drive resolution of medium to high complexity issues in project management.
• Lead global, cross-functional teams and foster strong relationships.
• Mitigate risks impacting project cost, schedule, and performance.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. This goes beyond our technical applications and products. We must incorporate innovation into all aspects of our business to drive greater efficiency, create greater growth and strengthen our culture.

Westinghouse is committed to delivering innovative nuclear energy solutions by leveraging our global insights, CANDU expertise, collaborative mindset, and best-in-class technology. We are proud to play a key role in accelerating Canada’s energy sustainability and achieving its net-zero goals and we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset when it comes to achieving that goal.

About the role

As a Project Issue Manager you will join a newly established team within the Long-Term Operations (LTO) Strategic Project Management Office (SPMO). Reporting to the Senior Project Issue Manager, you will support both the broader LTO project management community and internal strategic initiatives. Your contributions will directly influence project outcomes, customer satisfaction, and the development of future project management capabilities. You can be based at any of our locations in Burlington / Kitchener / Peterborough, Ontario, Canada location and work a hybrid / mobile schedule of up to 2 - 3 days per week in the office.

This role is tailored for engineers with 4–6 years of experience looking for a steppingstone into project management or exploring a pathway toward business leadership. It offers a valuable opportunity to build foundational skills in leadership, communication, problem-solving, strategic thinking, and other transferable skills. As a highly visible position within the organisation, you will gain exposure to senior leaders across the LTO organization. Additionally, you will help shape the strategic direction of the Project Issue Team and help develop a training framework to help grow future Project Managers.

Key Responsibilities

Drive the resolution of medium to high complexity, high-impact and time-sensitive issues across the LTO project management community by applying structured problem-solving techniques to ensure resolution aligns with project and organisational objectives.

You will operate within a global project environment, requiring collaboration across international teams and time zones. You will lead global, cross-functional teams while fostering strong relationships and leveraging global expertise across disciplines.

You will mitigate risks that could impact project cost, schedule, and performance. Your work will directly impact customer satisfaction by ensuring timely resolution of issues that could affect project delivery, quality, or performance.

Document lessons learned during issue closeout and integrate best practices to improve the Project Issue Management Team's effectiveness and operating model.

Support the SPMO and LTO teams in advancing LTO project management through strategic initiatives.

Collaborate with experienced Project Managers to gain exposure to project leadership and stakeholder engagement.

Complete required training in Westinghouse systems, procedures, and policies within 12 months of hire and demonstrate readiness to lead Tier 3 and 4 projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.

A minimum of 4-6 years of experience in a technical or engineering lead role within a technical industry such as engineering, manufacturing, nuclear, or construction.

Willingness to pursue the Project Management Institute's Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is encouraged.

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Why Westinghouse?

Westinghouse is a firm believer in fostering a workplace that is powered by inclusive leaders, teams and culture. This commitment separates us as a leader in our industry and differentiates from our competition. You will work closely with global leaders who will support your development through coaching and managing opportunities. Together, and using the talents of our employees, we will advance technology and services to power a clean, carbon-free future.

Westinghouse offers great benefits to all our employees around the globe to keep them healthy and enhance their well-being. In Canada the following are representative of what we offer :

• Great compensation package
• Employee Assistance Program : confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
• Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacations, Flextime, Sick / Personal and Holidays
• We encourage healthy work-life balance and offer flexible schedules and with the potential to work from anywhere in Canada
• We pay 100% of the medical / dental / vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Incredible opportunity for growth in an innovation-driven, global company
• Educational Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral and Recognition Program