Project Manager

Atura Power is the largest fleet of combined cycle power plants in Ontario. Our facilities are located across the province including Napanee, Halton Hills, Toronto, and Windsor. This position is based at our central office in Oakville Ontario but will also require to be stationed at various locations during construction and commissioning of new facilities. Guided by our values, we are inclusive, we work safely, we are flexible, we look for ways to do things better, we always act with integrity.

Join the team that powers the province

**General Information**

Reporting to the Director of Major Projects, the Project Manager - Major Projects is an individual contributor who will work closely with other groups and leads from Business Development, Asset Management, Operations, Finance, Commercial, Supply Chain, external EPC firms and contractors, and other internal/external stakeholders to support the development, construction, and commissioning of new power generation and storage facilities.

The position will provide strong technical, project management, organizational, and communication skills and will develop the knowledge of the systems, processes and tools required to plan and build new facilities.

**Responsibilities**

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Lead the planning and on-site execution of major power generation and storage projects in accordance with Atura Power’s Project Management practices and procedures, including FEED, and detailed engineering design, construction, and commissioning.
- Create project execution plans to encompass schedules, budgets, resource requirements, permits and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate or direct the work of external consultants, EPC firms, and contractors.
- Provide leadership and influence in the continuous development of project management tools and processes.
- Provide on-site leadership and oversight to ensure safe and successful execution of major projects.
- Provide on-site quality control and technical oversight during construction and commissioning activities.
- Make independent decisions and communicate recommendations to management and other affected parties in a way that fosters consensus and facilitates efficient outcomes.

**Qualifications**
- Exceptionally organized with demonstrated experience managing multiple competing priorities in a deadline driven environment.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to provide and present timely and relevant feedback/reporting to various stakeholders.
- Working knowledge of Ontario-based HSE regulations and contract and legal agreement language, specifically pertaining to equipment supply, professional services, and project construction.
- Experience supporting Process Hazard Assessments (eg. What Ifs, HAZOPS, etc.).
- Innovative, self-motivated, professional, and able to work without being under direct supervision and contribute in a fast-paced, multi-discipline team environment.
- Possess a high level of attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good judgment and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to work independently to organize, plan, coordinate, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously including providing daily field support.
- Ability to exercise leadership without formal authority and have demonstrated leadership skills for delegation, negotiation, influencing, and consensus building to coordinate work to meet objectives.

**Education/Experience**
- University degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and P. Eng. license with Professional Engineers of Ontario.
- Minimum 10 years of progressive relevant field experience in power generation, oil & gas, or major infrastructure projects involved with new installations, commissioning, operations, and/or maintenance.
- Project Management Professional desired.
- Direct Maximo experience is considered an asset.
- Have and maintain a valid driver's license
- Successfully complete a criminal record check

Atura Power offers competitive wages, and benefits. Our employees are company, community and environmentally focused.