Job DescriptionTurner & Townsend is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced
Planning Lead to lead the planning and scheduling activities for a multi-billion-dollar, multi-phased major program in Kincardine, Ontario. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in
Primavera P6, complex major programs involving multiple billion-dollar-projects and have excellent experience in critical thinking to challenge and drive schedule optimization and efficiencies. Location: Kincardine, Ontario (Hybrid)
Located on the shores of Lake Huron, Kincardine offers an exceptional quality of life, short commutes, access to outdoor recreation, and a lower cost of living compared to major urban centres.
This position is primarily project-site focused. Reasonable flexibility and hybrid working arrangements are available; however, regular presence (3 days per week) at the Kincardine project site is required.
We encourage applications from experienced nuclear professionals in Canada, the UK, and other international markets. Candidates must be willing to relocate or commute regularly to the project site. Relocation and visa sponsorship support may be available for exceptional candidates.Key Responsibilities:- Develop, challenge, drive, maintain, and update highly complex and detailed project schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring alignment with project milestones and deliverables.
- Be strong at analyzing, reporting, justifying and presenting schedules at C-Suite level and at Board level.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to gather input and validate schedule logic and sequencing.
- Monitor project progress, identify variances, and provide regular schedule performance reports and forecasts.
- Support the development of baseline schedules and integrate, interrogate and highlight challenges in contractor schedules to be incorporated into the master project plan.
- Conduct critical path and risk analysis to identify potential delays and mitigation strategies.
- Develop and report against EVM targets and highlight areas where efficiencies can drive EVM.
- Regularly contribute and support delivery of QSRA's and QCRA's
- Participate in project meetings and provide schedule updates, insights, and recommendations.
- Ensure compliance with project controls standards and reporting requirements.
- Assist in resource loading and leveling, and support earned value management (EVM) reporting where applicable.
QualificationsQualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- 15+ years of experience in project scheduling, with a strong focus on large-scale infrastructure and/or energy projects.
- Minimum 10 years' experience in a leadership or lead scheduling capacity, providing oversight, coordination, and guidance across complex programs.
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 is required.
- Experience in the nuclear or other highly regulated industries is preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Additional InformationWhat's in it for you...
- 100% covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents (including paramedical services)
- Health spending account, to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program
- RRSP option with company matching
- Annual learning and development budget
- Access to a range of online learning tools, and support for career development and growth
- Coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year, if directly related to your role.
- We believe in work-life balance, so you can recharge and take care of what matters most with vacation, flex and sick days
- A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives
- Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging
The base salary range for this full-time role is
$130,000 - $350,000 per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate's experience and qualifications.
This posting reflects an existing vacancy that we are actively hiring for.
