Position Title:  Director, Project

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity?

The Steam Generator Replacement Team (SGRT) project is a fully integrated Joint Venture of Aecon and Framatome, located in Kincardine, Ontario. SGRT is a part of the Major Component Replacement (MCR) project and includes the removal of the steam generators and the installation of replacement steam generators with related plant modifications. 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.

In addition to the existing contracts for Unit 3 and Unit 4, SGRT has been awarded contracts for Unit 5, 7, and 8 for steam generator replacements as part of the Bruce Major Component Replacement project.

Purpose of the Position

The Project Director reports to the Executive Steering Committee and shall be accountable for the below responsibilities.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Leading complex team with various disciplines from project controls, operations, finance, LR etc.
• Focus on proactively improving execution through innovation, lessons learned and productivity improvement.
• Effectively managing interactions with challenging clients to maintain positive relationships, resolve conflicts, and achieve desired outcomes, fostering long-term partnerships.
• Effectively collaborating with partners from different organizations to achieve common goals, leveraging diverse expertise and resources while navigating complex relationships and shared responsibilities.
• Develop an appropriate execution organization that has the ability to execute major refurbishment projects.
• High level of executive management exposure which will include having built, managed and sustained a high performing business to deliver profitable growth.
• Significant experience and understanding of the Nuclear Industry and its approaches, including requirements of both Owners and Contractors

Knowledge and Skills

• BSc in Engineering or equivalent experience. 
• 20+ years of experience in managing major refurbishment or large scale Nuclear projects.
• Understanding of Nuclear Safety Culture & INPO principles, must have experience in the Nuclear Market.
• Heavy technical requirements on welding.
• Contract Management & Risk Management.
• 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 as a Nuclear Operator is important to the execution of the project from the standpoint of the various phases of the project. 
• Understanding of steam generator design, materials, and maintenance.
• Experience with heavy lifting and transportation equipment is crucial.
• Knowledge of and existing relationships within the nuclear sector.
• High level of executive management exposure which will include having built, managed and sustained a high performing business to deliver profitable growth.

Significant experience and understanding of the Nuclear Industry and its approaches, including requirements of both Owners and Contractors.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

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