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Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

Brainhunter Systems LtdManitoba, Canada
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Brainhunter is currently seeking “Project Manager” to work for our valued Client. It’s a one-year contract with possibility of extension.

Roles and Responsibilities :

The Project Manager is responsible for the management of the cost, schedule, scope and technical performance of a portfolio of Whiteshell Laboratories (WL) Closure Project, as defined in the project performance baseline and is accountable to the Senior Project Manager, WL D&D. The Project Manager ensures that WL Closure project work is performed safely and in compliance with requirements of the Site Licence, QA Program and Facility Authority. The Project Manager will proactively manage the personnel performing the scope of work, and implement project management including responsibility to plan, control and monitor the execution of all project work. They will provide detailed reporting and communication on project status, with emphasis on resolving issues and correcting variances to plans. The Project Manager will hold budget responsibility for work ranging from $2M to $20M annually and approximately 4 to 10 direct reporting staff. They will ensure appropriate execution of the WL Closure contract and oversee management of contracts to deliver Projects. CNL Employees perform all duties in accordance with established health and safety and regulations / guidelines, policies, and procedures (i.e. utilizing personal protective equipment as per safe work procedures). Notifies management or supervisor of all occurrences, injuries, illnesses or safety and health concerns which are likely to harm themselves, their co-workers or any other on the premises in a timely manner and in accordance with established reporting requirements.

Abilities and Skills

The incumbent should have :

  • Must have demonstrated strong leadership skills, to support and articulate the

organizations’ vision / mission at all levels, and have a proven ability to achieve results through others.

  • Ability to coordinate time with multiple issues and Projects.
  • Good understanding of change management concepts.
  • The Project Manager has broad knowledge of and commitment to CNL’s corporate objectives, policies and procedures, and a strong sense of the prevailing industry and regulatory culture.
  • Initiative and judgement to organize and maintain flow of work and accuracy of records;
  • Must be punctual, dependable and safety minded;
  • Detail oriented with the ability to meet deadlines;
  • Exceptional organizational skills, able to prioritize and time management is required;
  • Ability to understand detailed information is essential;
  • Demonstrates responsibility and is accountable for accurately handling the details associated with one’s work;
  • Conscientious about accuracy;
  • Ability to adapt to a changing environment and response with initiative;
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills and proven ability to maintain successful working relations at all levels within the organization and with external stakeholders; and
  • Highly motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
  • Able to work extended hours and off normal work shifts to support project needs
  • Functions and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :

    Planning and Execution

  • The Project Manager will proactively manage the personnel performing the scope of work, and implement project management including responsibility to plan, control and monitor the execution of all project work. They will provide detailed reporting and communication on project status, with emphasis on resolving issues and correcting variances to plans.
  • The Project Manager will hold budget responsibility for work ranging from $2M to
  • 20M annually and approximately 4 to 10 direct reporting staff. They will ensure

    appropriate execution of the WL Closure contract and oversee management of

    contracts to deliver Projects.

  • Manage the cost, schedule, scope and technical performance of a portfolio of
  • Whiteshell Laboratories (WL) Closure Project, as defined in the project

    performance baseline.

  • Responsible for applying the WL Decommissioning QA Program requirements, and its supporting procedures in project activities.
  • Implement project management including responsibility to plan, control and
  • monitor the execution of all project work.

  • Provide exceptional reporting and communication on project status, with
  • emphasis on resolving issues and correcting variances to plans.

  • Initiate and maintain productive relationships with internal service providers (e.g., Skilled Trades, Engineering, Radiation Protection, Strategic Planning, Nuclear
  • Facilities, Procurement, and compliance / regulatory programs).

  • Ensure appropriate execution of the WL Closure contract and oversee
  • management of contracts to deliver Projects.

    Safety

  • The Project Manager enforces management expectations regarding safe work
  • practices, consequences of not following safe work practices and performance

    management issues.

  • Ensure that WL Closure Project work is performed safely and in compliance with
  • requirements of the Site License and Facility Authority.

  • Maintains confidentiality in all matters.
  • Continuing Education :

  • Participates and maintains up to date, all safety and operational training offered through
  • the company;

  • Assumes personal responsibility and is accountable for maintaining current skills by
  • attending all training required by the site, viewing assigned videos, reading articles and

    participating in seminars as required; and

  • Shares learned knowledge and skills with peers.
  • Other Related Responsibilities :

  • Identifying and reporting any real or potential safety hazards; wearing all safety equipment
  • related to your position as well as participating in all safety-training offered through the

    facility;

  • Adheres to Workplace Safety and health procedures, WHIMIS program; keeping current
  • with practices; working in a prudent and safe manner and informing other employees if

    they are using unsafe work practices or equipment; and

    Performs other duties as assigned

    The incumbent of the position must demonstrate :

  • Internal communication : Frequent communications (daily / weekly) with the General
  • Manager and Directors of the WL Senior Management Team (SMT), and managers, and

    technical specialists from other organizations. This would include interfacing with support

    groups such as Waste Management program, Maintenance and Work Planning,

    Engineering, Nuclear Compliance programs, etc.

  • The Project Manager has superior oral and written communication skills in communicating
  • with a variety of organizations and at a variety of levels. The Project Manager provides

    direction and rigorous review of the work planning and reporting documentation.

  • Contributing to effective, timely reports including annual business plans, budgets, quarterly
  • forecasts, business line reports, and project reports including issues and actions to address.

  • Develop and maintain good relationships with peers and other CNL sites for the purpose of collaboration on technical approaches, lessons learned and other information sharing.
  • The Project Manager is responsible for initiating, building and sustaining positive and
  • professional relationships with decision makers both internal and external, to effect

    successful project delivery. This includes for the purposes of exchanging information,

    advancing project execution, problem solving, influencing outcomes and managing risks.

    The key internal relationships are with Project Controls, Strategic Planning, Programs &

    Regulatory Compliance, WL Facilities, Maintenance and Work Planning, Project staff,

    Decommissioning and Waste Management peers and management.

  • Effective communication skills and maintains interpersonal relationships within the service areas as well as other stakeholders;
  • Collaboration with other departments and other roles in the organization, as well as
  • contractors;

  • Maintain professionalism while having a questioning attitude;
  • Responsibilities to report all incidents, near misses and concerns in respect to the
  • Whiteshell Reporting Program; and

  • Abilities to work and be an integral part of a team.
  • Be a sponsor as needed
  • Level of Decision Making :

    Financial Decision Making

  • The Project Manager is highly accountable for the successful delivery of a portfolio of project work with annual value of approximately $2M to $20M.
  • Ensure Project Delivery staff is focused on providing cost effective value in project delivery activities.
  • As a member of the WL Management Team, the Project Manager is expected to
  • proactively collaborate on site initiatives including efficiencies, management
  • systems and opportunities for process improvements (such as participation in
  • audits, self-assessments, etc.).