The Project Operations Lead will report to the New Nuclear Development (Incubator) Project Manager (PM2) and be responsible for supporting proposal development and execution of various project initiatives that are critical to successful deployment of new nuclear builds. This role will require leadership of project team members such as engineering, procurement, construction, project controls, commercial and internal/external stakeholders including our client and other partner organizations. The Project Operations Lead is expected to have sound experience in project management and understanding of engineering, procurement, construction and project controls principles. The Project Operations Lead is responsible for project reporting, implementation and oversight of project governance and procedures, development of work breakdown structures (WBS), estimates, schedule, contract development, risk management, change management, procurement management, subcontract management, cost/revenue forecasting and people forecasting levelling (PFL) for the project.
Leadership & Strategic Alignment:
- The Project Operations Lead will provide day‑to‑day leadership to the project organization by exemplifying AtkinsRéalis core values and ensuring alignment with safety, quality, schedule, cost, and contractual requirements.
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Working closely with the New Nuclear Development (Incubator) PM, the Project Operations Lead shall support execution of projects to achieve strategic objectives of the organization. This may include customer‑driven or internally funded feasibility studies, consulting assignments, early project works, and other tasks that contribute to the new nuclear team's'overall goals.
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Support one or more projects within the mandate.
Project Planning, Scope Definition & Execution:
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Develop project scope, WBS, deliverables and project estimates in compliance with governing contract documents, quality requirements, and any additional customer requirements.
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Develop and implement detailed project execution plans and monitor execution through comprehensive reporting to clients and senior management.
Contract, Commercial & Supply Chain Management:
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Support contract development and negotiations, including scope and change control, requirements management, subcontractor and supplier management, and governance of flow‑down requirements from the parent contract to subs and vendors.
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Ensure project procurement and subcontract management - including subcontractor and supplier oversight, and supply chain strategies—ensuring alignment with risk management, quality, schedule, budget, and overall performance standards commensurate with the project and customer requirements.
Cost, Schedule, Project Controls & Performance Reporting:
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Apply appropriate key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor project health and performance and to establish rigorous reporting protocols that meet all requirements of the contract, corporate standards and project-specific oversight as established by senior management or customer.
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Apply project controls methodologies related to planning and scheduling, baseline management, cost control, cost/revenue forecasting, and resource management.
Risk Management:
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Support risk analysis in accordance with corporate standards and industry best practices, including Monte Carlo methodology and contingency draw‑down curves.
People Leadership & Resource Management:
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Make effective decisions and/or recommendations with respect to resourcing requirements on the project.
Safety, Quality & Regulatory Compliance:
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Comply with all aspects of nuclear and industrial safety, including adherence to corporate and customer safety programs, development and enforcement of necessary training and requirements, adherence to corrective action programs and enforcement of performance standards for all the above.
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Ensure all project activities are performed in accordance with corporate standards for ethical compliance, cyber‑security, import-export regulations, intellectual property protection, and security clearance protocols.
Proposal Development & Business Support:
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Support the proposal process by driving the proposal development as per submission deadlines and internal review governance processes.
Education & Professional Credentials:
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University or College Degree in Business Administration, Engineering or STEM.
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Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is considered an asset.
Project & Industry Experience:
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7+ years experience supporting construction, manufacturing, or engineering design/services projects.
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New Build engineering and construction project experience is a considerable asset.
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Experience on international projects is an asset.
Project Delivery & Controls:
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Understanding of project delivery methodologies, including earned value, critical path scheduling, prime contract and subcontract management, procurement and supply chain methodology, construction work packaging, and associated inspection and test plans.
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Experience managing Primavera P6 project schedules is an asset.
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Understanding of large engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) work, including subcontracts and prime contract management.
Leadership & People Management:
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3+ years experience leading individuals and teams is an asset.
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Servant leader with the ability to inspire teams to work collaboratively toward common goals.
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Lead by example and set high standards for Health & Safety and Nuclear Safety Culture.
Strategic & Commercial Acumen:
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Experience in strategic planning and execution.
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Ability to understand, plan, and execute work in alignment with overall business unit strategies and needs.
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Experience in Joint Venture, consortium, or Integrated Project Delivery models is a considerable asset.
Innovation, Analytics & Decision‑Making:
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Proven ability to innovate during project execution.
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Ability to make data‑driven decisions using a variety of tools.
Safety, Quality & Nuclear Readiness:
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Working knowledge of industrial safety and nuclear safety culture.
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Appreciation of the importance of Quality Assurance Programs and their significance to the nuclear industry.
Communication & Stakeholder Management:
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Excellent organizational, communication, and customer relationship skills.
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Excellent oral and written communication skills.
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Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with customers, suppliers, partners, senior executives, and functional managers.
Core Competencies:
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Strategic Thinking.
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Commercial Savvy.
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Detail‑oriented with proven writing skills.
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Initiative and decisiveness.
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Effective planning and communication.
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Accountability and ownership.
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Sound judgment and application of knowledge.
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Performance under pressure.
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Effective delegation.
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Problem solving.
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Integrity and trust.
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Customer focus.
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Team collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Work Environment & Interfaces:
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Required Interfaces: Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Project Controls, Customers, suppliers, partners, senior executives, and technical/functional managers.
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Various work locations across client sites, client offices, and Candu offices.
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