RFP 25-055 Assistant Project Leader

We are currently requesting resumes for the following position: Project Coordinator / Assistant Project Leader

Resume Due Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2025

Number of Vacancies: 3

Duration: 12 Months

Job Overview

• Assist Supervisor and other staff in administering the organization, coordination, and execution of assigned project(s) within multidiscipline project portfolios.
• Provide technical support on matrix project execution teams. Under the direction of Supervisor or delegate, prepare and facilitate project documentation.
• Within the scope of accountability, ensure appropriate Project Management and Contract Management governance is followed.

What you will be doing

• Assist Supervisor and senior staff in coordinating and managing defined stages of project execution within established governance.
• Support the implementation of approved Project Management processes, including phase-gating, scope, schedule, cost, risk, and reporting.
• Help oversee engineering, procurement, and construction to ensure project objectives are met within safety, quality, budget, and schedule targets.
• Assist in preparing Business Case Submissions and coordinating relevant project information for senior management and stakeholders.
• Liaise with field construction teams and operations to address design, schedule, and cost-related issues, providing reports and recommendations.
• Support issue resolution to ensure project deliverables are achieved while managing scope, schedule, and cost changes as per established procedures.
• Maintain communication with stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and contractors, facilitating meetings and ensuring project documentation is complete.
• Conduct site visits to observe manufacturing, construction progress, and equipment installations, providing insights for application.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with corporate procedures related to budgeting, estimating, scheduling, and project administration.
• Stay updated on technological advancements in project management, engineering, and construction, applying best practices where applicable.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of physics, engineering principles, mathematics, and chemistry as related to industrial and power generation equipment.
• Requires knowledge of economics and business principles to provide project cost estimates and forecasts.
• Requires knowledge of project management principles, specifically the five (5) primary project phases (Identification, Initiation, Definition, Execution, Close-out).
• Requires a good knowledge of English, both oral and in written form to effectively communicate with others and to prepare concise reports.
• Requires this knowledge to organize and assist others in coordinating various phases of an assigned project in accordance with project management governance and the application of sound technical skills.
• Requires a bachelor's degree (Science, Mathematics, or Engineering) from university. Completion of postsecondary courses in project management or equivalent level of education will be an asset.
• Knowledge of OPG's ECC (Engineering Change Control) process will be an asset.
• Prior experience as an MTL (Modification Team Lead) will be an asset.
• Previous experience within the nuclear industry will be an asset.
• Requires experience in project management, KPI (Key Performance Index) metrics generation and tracking, cost estimation, and full project lifecycle execution.
• Assisting with the management of conflicting priorities of scope, schedule, cost, and quality.
• Experience with commercial contracting methods, contract management, construction methods, codes and standards, quality assurance, and health and safety will be an asset.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills. Effectiveness as a team player to understand and work with various internal and external groups to facilitate objectives and ensure projects satisfy stakeholder requirements.

Our 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. They aim 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 invite 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.