We are currently requesting resumes for the following position : Project Leader
Resume Due Date : Wednesday, October 22nd, (5 : 00PM EST)
Job ID : 25-
Number of Vacancies : 2
Level : MP3
Duration : 12 months
Hours of work : 40 Hours per week
Location : Colonel Sam Dr., Oshawa
Work Mode : Hybrid, 2 days remote
Job Overview
Project Controls & Governance
- Implement and maintain project controls frameworks :
- Develop and maintain project schedules (Gantt, critical path)
- Create cost control structures (cost breakdowns, budgets, forecasting, Earned Value Management)
- Establish scope-control processes, change-control boards and approval workflows as required
- Monitor and report on performance against baselines, identify variances, and drive corrective actions
Project Management Lifecycle
Good understanding of standard phase-gate processes across Initiation, Definition, Execution and Close-outLead development of Business Case Submissions, Project Charters and gate-package deliverablesPrepare Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), detailed estimates, risk registers, communications plans and PM plansContract Management
Manage full life-cycle of contracts : RFP preparation, bid evaluation, negotiations, award and administrationDevelop and enforce contract performance specifications, change orders, claim management and close-outEnsure vendor compliance with schedules, quality, safety and payment termsPerformance Measurement & Scorecards
Design and maintain project scorecards and dashboards that track KPIs such as :Schedule performance index (SPI) and cost performance index (CPI)Milestone attainment, change order metrics, risk mitigation statusQuality, safety and environmental compliance metricsProduce weekly / monthly performance reports for senior management and the BoardRisk & Change Management
Facilitate risk-identification workshops, quantify risks, and maintain a risk register with mitigation plansStakeholder & Communication Management
Lead and participate in regular project-status reviews with internal / external stakeholders, regulatory bodies and agenciesPrepare and chair pre- and post-award coordination meetings with designers, suppliers, contractors, and field teams as requiredEnsure clear, timely communication of scope, schedule, cost and contractual obligationsQualifications
Education & Professional Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or related disciplinePost-graduate certificate or coursework in Project Management, Project Controls or Business Economics preferredPMI-PMP, AACE CCP or similar certifications preferredExperience & Skills
Minimum 6–8 years’ experience in large, multi-contract industrial projects (power generation or heavy industry)Proven track record in :Project Controls (EVM, cost forecasting, schedule management)Contract lifecycle management (RFPs, negotiations, claims)Development and reporting of project scorecards / KPIs and executive dashboardsStrong knowledge of construction methods, codes, standards, quality assurance and HSE requirementsExcellent stakeholder management, negotiation and communication skillsAbility to manage conflicting priorities of scope, cost, schedule and quality in a dynamic environmentOur 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.