Fitter/Welder, General Foreperson

Position Overview

The Steam Generator Replacement Team (SGRT) project is a fully integrated Joint Venture of Aecon, United and Framatome, located in Kincardine Ontario. SGRT is a part of the Major Component Replacement project and includes the removal of the steam generators at Unit 6, 3, and 4 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 signed a long-term Preferred Supplier Agreement for steam generator replacements at the plant’s remaining units as part of the Bruce Major Component Replacement project.

Under the general direction of the Mechanical Superintendent, the Pipefitter General Foreperson will assist in the supervision, coordination, and scheduling of construction activities for their dedicated scope.

What You Will Do Here

Maintain excellent relationships with client, engineers, consultants, subcontractors and public. Responsible to ensure that all work is conducted in a safe manner in compliance with safety, quality and human performance policies. Utilize project master schedule to create detailed look ahead schedules for forecasting and planning. Assist in developing recovery strategies when project schedule or budget are in jeopardy. Plan and approve the work of own forces and subcontractors on the project including determining methods of construction, manpower levels, materials, tools & equipment, rentals and work schedules. Assume responsibility for the efficient use of materials and equipment and contractual performance of the project. Ensure trades personnel complete all necessary training in areas of safety, quality assurance, technical qualifications, equipment operation and owner specified requirements. Ensure project is constructed in compliance with drawings, specifications, Field Work Packages (FWPs), Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) and project schedule and budget. Interface with client representatives, design engineers, consultants, other contractors, etc. as required. Ensure the work is carried out in accordance with QA Programs and project quality guidelines. Maintain appropriate field documentation including safety records, daily progress reports, training records, T&E and rental records, manpower reports, owner support requests, FWP documents, etc. Participate in basic layout, preparation of work instructions, field engineering activities, etc. Oversee and directly support work during execution phase, including monitoring for performance, provision of guidance to the field team, reporting to line management, leading problem-solving efforts and development of adverse condition recovery plans. Ensure project is constructed in compliance with drawings, specifications/codes and CITP’s. Identify and support CITP and/or DCN revisions as necessary to support field work. Ensure the work is carried out in accordance with QA Programs and project quality guidelines. Manage and maintain OPEX in the project database for future use. Attend and participate in the Plan of the Day and other meetings as required. Coordinate Foreperson and execution crew in the execution of their assigned duties. Coordinate across all functions of the project as required to achieve task(s) goals. Provide leadership to Field supervisors, Coordinators and respective Craft Labor. Other duties as required.

What You Will Bring to the Team

Minimum 5-10 years construction supervision experience. Must possess Pipefitter Certification of Qualification or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience. Ability to successfully coordinate a construction project. Knowledge of all aspects of construction such as; technology, equipment, methods, trade agreements and jurisdiction, engineering, cost control, scheduling and safety requirements. Good communication, organizational and supervisory skills are essential. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Basic presentation skills. Blueprint understanding. Nuclear experience an asset, including vault work.

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