Project Leader

Laurentis Energy Partners; Pickering; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Laurentis Energy Partners is seeking a driven Project Leader to join their Commercial Projects team. This role entails leading and managing diverse project phases in the nuclear energy sector, focusing on documentation, compliance with governance standards, and stakeholder engagement. If you possess a relevant educational background and at least 5 years of industry experience, this could be the final step in your career path for growth and impact in Ontario's energy sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of nuclear industry experience.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and conflicting priorities.
• Knowledge of cost accounting and forecasting as it relates to project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate, and manage all phases of project execution, from initiation to closeout.
• Execute project management activities to ensure delivery of objectives within safety, quality, budget, and schedule targets.
• Oversee contract management throughout all stages of the contracting process.

Skills

Project Management

Problem-solving

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

4-year University degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business, Economics, or Asset Management

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Project Leaders

Location: Oshawa, Ontario

Status: Regular, Full Time

Education level: 4-year University degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business, Economics, or Asset Management.

Deadline to apply: June 24, 2025

Travel: Up to 20%

Laurentis Energy Partners (LEP) is on a high-growth trajectory, offering a dynamic mix of challenging work and career diversity within a culture where safety is a core value. We are looking for ambitious, intelligent leaders in the nuclear energy sector who bring fresh perspectives and creative solutions to complex problems.

Being an LEP employee means you can apply your knowledge, broaden your skills, and make a valuable contribution to enhancing Ontario's energy and medical sectors. Our values are our strengths, and they are fundamental truths about us that do not change: Safety. Integrity. Excellence. People and Citizenship. Visit our website to learn more.

Job Overview

LEP is seeking a driven and experienced Project Leader to join our Commercial Projects team. The successful candidate will lead, coordinate, and deliver assigned projects within a multidisciplinary matrix environment. This role includes responsibility for project documentation and ensures that Project and Contract Management governance aligns with applicable Quality Assurance standards.

Key Accountabilities

Working in accordance with prescribed safety procedures and regulations:

• Lead, coordinate, and manage all phases of project execution, from initiation to closeout, in alignment with Project Management governance standards.
• Apply approved Project Management methodologies, including phase-gating, integration, scope, schedule, budget, change control, estimating, communications, stakeholder engagement, reporting, and risk management.
• Execute project management activities throughout the full lifecycle to ensure delivery of objectives within safety, quality, budget, and schedule targets.
• Contribute to project planning by providing background information, participating in scope and constructability reviews, and leading the development of Business Case Summaries for senior leadership, the Executive Office, and/or the Board of Directors.
• Lead the development and approval of project charters, estimates, schedules, risk and management plans, gate packages, and performance specifications.
• Establish systems for estimating and monitoring project costs and schedules. Engage stakeholders to ensure requirements are fully captured during the planning phase.
• Coordinate the acquisition of required approvals, licenses, permits, and clearances from internal and external agencies. Support labour planning and facilitate timely resolution of design clarifications and scope changes.
• Oversee the preparation of specifications, scopes of work, bid packages, tender evaluations, and purchasing recommendations.
• Lead meetings to coordinate efforts among design, supply, construction, and operations teams. Maintain close collaboration with construction and operations personnel on design, schedule, and cost issues.
• Provide regular project updates and reports to management. Monitor performance and implement corrective actions as needed. Manage scope changes and risks with appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Identify, resolve, or escalate project issues to ensure timely achievement of project deliverables and compliance with defined processes.
• Oversee contract management throughout all stages of the contracting process. Recommend adjustments to resource allocations as needed.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure clear role definitions and alignment with project and contract requirements.
• Maintain ongoing communication with field construction and operations staff to address design, scheduling, and cost concerns before and after contract award.
• Analyze and report on cost and schedule performance. Review variances, recommend corrective measures, and implement approved changes.
• Evaluate risk at all project stages and develop mitigation plans to address potential issues proactively.
• Perform additional project management functions as required in accordance with corporate policies and procedures.
  
  

Qualifications

We are looking for dynamic, results-driven professionals who have the following qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of nuclear industry experience
• Extensive Project management, specifically, experience in developing project requirements and plans, preparing cost estimates, participating in request for proposal (RFP) and contract bidding and award processes, managing projects through Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) execution phases, and managing project closeout.
• OPG security clearance is considered an asset.
• Experience as a Modification Team Lead (MTL), and familiarity of the Engineering Change Control (ECC) process is considered an asset
• Managing conflicting priorities of scope, schedule, cost and quality.
• Familiarity with CANDU nuclear generating station equipment and processes or similar heavy industry environments.
• Demonstrated interest and passion for the advancement of medical isotopes is considered an asset.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to offer effective guidance.
• Knowledge of cost accounting and forecasting as it relates to project management.
• Knowledge and experience with commercial contracting methods, contract management, construction methods, codes and standards, quality assurance and health and safety.
• Proven ability to work as part of a team and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders to meet project goals.
• Experience and knowledge related to environmental protection and associated concerns.
• Experience managing increasingly complex projects is considered an asset. Project complexity would normally be defined by multiple-contract, multiple stakeholder projects with schedule constraints.
  
  

WHY Laurentis Energy Partners?

Laurentis offers an exciting combination of challenging opportunities and career diversity in a work environment where safety is a fundamental value. Being an Laurentis employee means you can apply your knowledge, broaden your skills and make a valuable contribution to an organization that is vital to Ontario's success.

Here's why Laurentis Energy Partners might just be the ideal workplace for you:

• Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide
• Fast growing and dynamic working environment
• Long-term career growth and development opportunities
• If you are looking to learn from others and be part of something important, and you are excited about the future of Energy, you will find the right fit at Laurentis.
  
  

Our Promise To You

• We care about the safety and well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.
• A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.
• Opportunities to stretch and develop in our diverse lines of business.
• Provide spaces for innovative thinking and solutions.
• Offer different ways for you to give back to communities where we operate.
• We support employment equity and diversity.
  
  

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit your resume by June 24, 2025. LEP thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

ACCOMMODATIONS

LEP is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made.

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