Specialist Development Lead

Joining Suncor means you will work for one of the best companies in Canada, providing tremendous future potential where talented people thrive and lead. As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.

Are you looking for an exciting new role as a Specialist Development Lead? In this role, you will report to the Director Mine Planning - Integrated Planning, Base Plant. The Specialist Development Lead for Base Plant will focus on a broad understanding of business critical fields such as legal, commercial, regulatory, finance, economics, etc. and growing their understanding of development principles, mindsets, and processes.

You will support ongoing complex initiatives and take on new initiatives as they progress in the role. Key responsibilities include problem/opportunity framing, determining the necessary engineering studies and tasks for critical project stages, identifying/differentiating/eliminating alternatives, optimizing concepts, and delivering essential engineering outputs such as feasibility studies, concept select reports, and Design Basis Memoranda (DBMs). You will assist with management of multiple complex mining, tailings and closure projects, collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely and impactful deliverables that align with Suncor's business objectives. This role includes working with and leading an integrated team to meet milestones while engaging internal and external stakeholders effectively. Additionally, the Specialist Development Engineer will identify risks and opportunities across business areas, leveraging various resources to solve complex mining, tailings, and closure challenges. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, strategic leadership, and a willingness to independently drive project success at Base Mine with a keen eye for future strategic asset planning.

Minimum Requirements:

• 10-15 years of experience with demonstrated ability to lead/coordinate cross-functional groups.
• Professional designations such as P.Eng., P.Geo.
• Strong collaboration skills that enable you to build strong, positive relationships with diverse groups
• Ability to manage conflict with strong decision-making and problem-solving processes to optimize outcomes
• You act with integrity and hold others accountable, while expecting others to do the same
• Post-secondary education in engineering, business, or a science related field
• Preference for candidate to have project management designations such as CAPM, PMP
• Preference for candidate to have experience with a development process such as ADEM, D&MP, or TIMS (Technology Information Management System)
• Preference for candidate to have knowledge of upstream operations specifically in mine and tailings
• Preference for candidate to have knowledge of oilsands mining and tailings planning
• Development, project management, and/or regulatory experience would be an asset

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with senior development team members to lead Tier 2 & 3 projects within the mining/tailings/closure planning team at Base Mine.
• Prioritize critical tasks and develop concepts for presentation to senior leaders, enabling the right decisions at the right time.
• Assist with forecasting and management of expense project budgets.
• Assist and oversee development project lifecycles, ensuring alignment with Develop & Manage Projects (D&MP), Strategic Asset Management Plan (SAMP), and Manage Production Plan objectives.
• Continuously monitor and adjust projects to maximize business value.
• Collaborate with management teams to meet project financial goals.
• Develop and execute cost-reduction strategies and facilitate key development processes across all projects within the development portfolio.
• Assist in development of asset capital estimates and project schedules.
• Uphold high standards for project deliverables.
• Guide the team to enhance work efficiency and deliver quality outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in practices.
• Stay abreast of industry trends for organizational advancement.
• Promote a curious and questioning work environment that encourages team members to share ideas and challenge norms. Lead organizational change for Suncor's success.

Location and other key details:

• You will work out of our Calgary head office, located in the Suncor Energy Centre at 150 – 6th Ave S.W. For Fort McMurray based candidates, you will work out of the Base Plant site in Fort McMurray
• Hours of work are a regular 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday.
• Our business professional roles follow internal compensation guidelines, and the pay band will generally be based years of experience and scope of work.

Why Suncor?
 

Suncor's operations include oil sands development, production and upgrading; offshore oil and gas; petroleum refining in Canada and the U.S.; and the company's Petro-Canada retail and wholesale distribution networks (including Canada's Electric Highway, a coast-to-coast network of fast-charging electric vehicle stations).

With a strong strategy for growth and our long-standing approach to sustainability, operational excellence, capital discipline and technology and innovation, Suncor offers a solid foundation for you to continue building your career. We offer rewarding opportunities for you to learn, contribute and grow in a variety of career-building positions – all of which means tremendous potential for your future. We are focused on deepening our commitment to inclusion and diversity and creating a respectful workplace. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. We have numerous employee inclusion networks to help foster an inclusive and respectful culture and drive positive change within Suncor. Current networks include both workplace inclusion networks (focusing on inclusion and respect for all), and identity-focused networks (focusing on building community and a sense of belonging and allyship). Through the Journey of Reconciliation, we are progressing the way we think and act to build greater mutual trust and respect with the Indigenous Peoples in Canada.  Please note we will consider accessibility accommodations to applicants upon request. 

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