Project Director- Bruce Power Projects

Position Title: Project Director- Bruce Power Projects

Location: Kincardine, ON, CA

Operating Sector: Nuclear

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About Us

The Shoreline Power Group is a fully integrated Joint Venture of Aecon and AtkinsRéalis and the Steam Generator Replacement Team (SGRT) project is a fully integrated Joint Venture of Aecon and Framatome, both located in Kincardine, Ontario. Our projects are the centerpiece of the Major Component Replacement (MCR) program which replaces the main components of 6 reactors including the steam generators at the Bruce Power Nuclear Generating Station. This project is part of Bruce Power’s Life Extension Program, which will allow Bruce Power’s CANDU units to continue to operate safely through to 2064.

The Project Director reports to the Executive Steering Committee.

What You’ll Do Here

• Develop an appropriate organization that can execute major refurbishment projects.
• Has the critical capability to develop, connect and create relationships with clients that are productive and partnered in nature.
• Has significant experience collaborating clients and creating relationships between Owners and Contractors that are productive and partnered.
• Is the key relationship with the client and works to build a range of effective relationships that allows for the most appropriate execution of the projects.
• Manages the Strategic Vision to develop a real and powerful competitive advantage in the nuclear industry but specifically for key work in Canada.
• Works to contribute to the strategic capabilities and advantages of the member companies.
• Understands the balance between schedule, cost, quality and safety and works to create effective outcomes for clients.
• Works to ensure that alignment between the member companies exists and is a powerful foundation for the effective functioning of the Steering Committee.
• Has the experience and the background to guide Project through all phases of the refurbishment project.
• Has a full and exhaustive understanding of the contract. Understands the issues created by the contract and is the key person responsible for guiding the Shoreline organization through various negotiations.
• Is responsible for creating the right flows of information and communication with key stakeholders and the owner.
• Is a critical contributor and is integrated into the strategy and planning processes for the two member companies.

What You Bring To The Team

• BSc in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 20+ years of experience in managing major refurbishment or largescale nuclear projects.
• Experience managing and working in a large joint venture.
• EPC experience.
• Technical knowledge of construction methods, building systems and terminology.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings, blueprints and specifications.
• Knowledge of laws governing construction contracts and contracting.
• Significant experience and understanding of the Nuclear Industry and its approaches, including requirements of both Owners and Contractors.
• Specific experience with Bruce Power or current CEO would be an asset.
• Experience of working in a live nuclear environment.
• Knowledge of and existing relationships within the nuclear sector.
• Must be knowledgeable of INPO (Institute of Nuclear Power Operation) practices and principles and practice same.
• Must have a full appreciation of the importance of Quality Assurance Programs and their significance to the nuclear industry.
• Experience in a key role in Utility Nuclear Leadership is valued.
• Experience as a Nuclear Operator is important to the execution of the project from the standpoint of the various phases of the project.
• Experience working for a Nuclear Generating Station in an Operations capacity would be preferable.
• Substantial experience in building functional Joint Ventures that effectively execute work.
• High level of executive management exposure which will include having built, managed and sustained a high performing business to deliver profitable growth.
• A strong business and technical mix is required in order to understand and influence key internal and external stakeholders.
• Has significant experience working with Senior Executive Leadership and developing critical productive relationships.

Reason for vacancy

New role

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