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BWXT Canada Ltd. (BWXT Canada) has over 60 years of expertise and experience in the design, manufacturing, commissioning and service of nuclear power generation equipment. This includes steam generators, nuclear fuel and fuel components, critical plant components, parts and related plant services. BWXT Canada's subsidiary, BWXT Medical Ltd. (BWXT Medical) provides its customers, who conduct life-saving medical procedures for patients around the world, the benefit of decades of experience in the development, manufacturing, packaging and delivery of medical isotopes and radiopharmaceuticals. Headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, BWXT in Canada has approximately 1,800 employees at locations in Peterborough, Toronto, Arnprior, Brampton, Port Elgin, Owen Sound, Kanata and Oakville, Ontario and Vancouver, British Columbia. BWXT Canada is a subsidiary of BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT). Follow us on Twitter @BWXT and learn more

Welcome to BWXT
We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview:
As our Project Accouting Coordinator / Project Controls Specialist - Site Projects you will be responsible for monitoring and controlling project costs, including budgeting, forecasting, and accruals. You'll apply your knowledge of the project lifecycle to ensure accurate estimating aligned with scope, commercial requirements, and customer needs. In this role, you'll take primary responsibility for cost management and reporting, delivering clear project status updates (cost, schedule, and KPIs) to both internal teams and customers.

Location:

On-site at OPG, Darlington  

Your Day to Day as Project Controls Specialist - Site Projects:    

• Overall responsibility for monitoring compliance of assigned projects within project controls processes and procedures (both BWXT and customer's requirements).

• Review the project contract and ensure that all the contract conditions (invoicing, reporting, change management, etc.) are applied and fulfilled, project tracking and reporting, and project closeout.

• Perform cost-benefit analysis on a variety of situations and recommend competitive solutions to problems not otherwise being contemplated.

• Validate source data and ensure the integrity of processes affecting outputs and data such as project coding, budget allocation, resource planning, and change controls processes, and other related cost and schedule data.

• Facilitate the business' focus on performance by chairing and directing relevant meetings.

• Provide commercial support to proposals, including proposal pricing, sell price analysis, cash flows, etc.

• Participate in proposal and estimating efforts to ensure alignment between project estimates and baselines.

• Work with Project Team and prepare a cost baseline of the schedule (level 4 or 5) and monitor updates with reference to this baseline.

• Maintain alignment between project schedule, project budgets (labour hours, material dollars), project performance and related reports and deliverables.

• Involvement in related planning exercises dependent on project budgets and plans, such as department-level resource analysis (staffing plans, forecast burndowns, material tracking).

• Decompose project budget into appropriate levels of work breakdown structure for cost tracking and reporting.

• Prepare baseline budgets to support the as-sold work.

• Prepare periodic project cost reports (Earned Value analysis) to support the commercial reporting requirements of the project (e.g. monthly cost reviews, contractual customer cost reports, etc.).

• Prepare monthly forecasts, accruals, progress and earned value as per customer requirements.

• Provide detailed analysis of project performance (risks and opportunities) to provide Project Manager with key decision-making information.

• Maintain objective view on actual project costs, estimated values to complete, earned value and project productivity with the goal of providing line of sight to actual cost performance (past and forecasted) over the life of the project. Commercial change management is an integral part of the responsibility for management of project costs and forecasts.

• Involvement in other commercial exercises and reports such as customer invoicing, vendor purchase orders and invoices, business-level cost reports and analysis (monthly, quarterly cost reviews).

• Develop and maintain periodic project reports (both internal and customer-facing), that accurately reflects the project status as it pertains to cost, schedule, and project/team performance, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and key project metrics.

• Take in various information and reports from around the business as it pertains to project performance (e.g. field status reports, vendor schedules or progress reports), and reflect the status accurately in the associated project report.

• Support Project Managers in the regular reporting cycles of monthly cost reviews, contractual customer reporting, etc.

• Generate related reports as needed to support resource planning, financial forecasting.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven ability to lead large, complex projects with budgets over $80M.
• Strong expertise in project controls, cost management, and risk analysis.
• Skilled in commercial models, financial analysis, and business acumen, including incentive/disincentive and risk/reward scenarios.
• Proficient in earned value (EV) methodology, performance measurement baselines, and project reporting.
• Advanced user of Primavera, MS Excel, and project control tools; able to develop and improve templates and processes.
• Experienced in change management, contract administration, and customer engagement.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; able to present and defend project performance to stakeholders.
• Post-secondary education and/or 5 years of industry related experience in nuclear or construction? 
• Strong understanding of PMI PMBOK, AACE practices, and (preferred) nuclear industry projects.
• Collaborative team player with ability to manage competing priorities in fast-paced environments.

Security Clearance:

This role requires the successful candidate to complete the security clearance process.  The security clearance process is conducted in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) and the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) and may take up to 12 months to complete.  

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: Ensuring the well-being of our employees is our priority and we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits for our employees and their families.

• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Including health, dental, vision, and disability coverage to keep you feeling your best.
• Secure Your Future – Defined Contribution Pension Plan and an optional Company-matched retirement savings plans (RRSP/TFSA/EPSP)
• Work-Life Balance – Flexible hybrid schedules and compressed workweek option available
• Help Grow Our Team – Earn generous referral bonuses with our two-tiered Employee Referral Program ($1,500 and $3,000).
• Invest in Your Education – Up to $5,250 USD per year through our Educational Refund Plan.
• Professional Development – Gain access to training, certifications, and growth opportunities to advance your career.
• Your Wellness Matters – Enjoy gym membership discounts and access to mental health support programs.
• A Welcoming Workplace – Join a diverse, inclusive, and supportive culture that celebrates you.
• Fun & Connection – Engage in team-building activities organized by our Social Committee.

Ready to grow with us? Apply now and let's build something amazing together

BWXT confirms that the position represents a current vacancy within our organization. 

At BWXT, we are committed to a fair, transparent, and inclusive hiring process.  As part of our recruitment process, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with screening and evaluating applicants.  These tools support our efforts to make consistent and equitable hiring decisions.  

The base salary range for this position in Ontario at the start of employment is expected to be between $89,000 and $139,000 per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

Learn more about how BWXT employs nuclear technology to solve some of the world's most important problems. BWXT's capabilities video showcases our innovation in commercial nuclear power, addressing climate change, as well as our advanced nuclear medicine products treating patients around the world. We are People Strong. Innovation Driven.

BWXT Canada Ltd. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability, or any other category protected by provincial law. BWXT Canada is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact Human Resources. 

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