Project Manager

At Cameco we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Cameco stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Cameco is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers. We support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Cameco welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.

About Us

Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to energize a clean-air world. Utilities around the world rely on our nuclear fuel products to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco’s corporate office is based in Saskatoon. We have mining operations and projects in northern Saskatchewan, Kazakhstan, the United States and Australia. We are also a leading supplier of uranium refining, conversion, and fuel manufacturing services from our operations in Ontario.

The Role

As a member of the technical services team and located in Port Hope, you will report into the Program Manager. You will be responsible for the direct hands-on leadership and quality execution of projects to ensure company goals and business objectives are achieved. Projects are in various stages, ranging from concept/framing through to implementation. Representative projects include both greenfield projects as well as brownfield expansions to existing facilities. We are looking for a strong and dynamic team leader to ensure all aspects of project planning and execution meet the established requirements with respect to cost, schedule, scope, quality, health, safety and environment.

In this role, you will:

• Be responsible for the team’s efficiency, productivity and compliance with Cameco and industry standards.
• Manage internal and external stakeholder relationships, identify and secure resources, report on project status to management, facilitate solutions, manage project risk, and promote a culture consistent with Cameco values.
• Manage a small portfolio of projects and perform business stewardship with the Operations Management team to ensure alignment of program goals and objectives.

Required:

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Six to 10 years of combined work experience in progressive project management roles in a manufacturing or industrial setting
• Experience with managing detailed design, procurement, construction and commissioning stages
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment, build trust and maintain positive relationships with a wide variety of personnel
• PMP, trade certification or professional engineering designation, or the ability to obtain the relevant certification
• Mobility to follow projects to the jobsite and support construction and commissioning activities
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety culture
• Ability to wear an SCBA respirator and be clean shaven

Recommended:

• Experience with brownfield expansions to existing facilities
• Experience in technical field or trades with extensive project/construction management focus
• Experience with Microsoft suite of applications, SAP or equivalent systems
• A general aptitude for working or adapting to modern technology in project execution

Conditions of Employment:

• Background check
• Facility access security clearance
• Substance test
• Medical

Cameco is proud to offer a competitive total reward package which includes:

• Competitive compensation program with base and variable pay
• Flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan with a health spending and personal spending account
• Fixed benefits including employee and dependant life, AD&D, disability benefits and paid vacation leave
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• RRSP and RPP matching program
• Relocation costs

Cameco is an employment equity employer and aims to achieve gender parity, and as such, preference will be given to qualified members of equity groups. We are strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of experiences and encourage applicants with various levels of expertise to apply, as equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.

This position is eligible for the employee referral bonus.

Posted: April 8, 2025

Posting end date: April 29, 2025
Salary Range: $142,000 - $177,000

Safety Sensitive Site

The physical and psychological safety of our employees is a top priority at Cameco. We invite candidates to voluntarily disclose accommodation requirements, if contacted in relation to a job opportunity. Information received will be addressed confidentially and Cameco’s Workplace Inclusion and Accommodation Program document is available upon request. Successful candidates for all positions that will work at Safety Sensitive Sites or Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. Marijuana remains in a user’s system for about 30 days, so applicants who recently used marijuana recreationally should not expect to pass a substance test.