We are recruiting for a Project Controls Specialist for our location in Peterborough, ON. BWXT NEC's Fuel Handling and Engineered Solutions group is involved in the design, manufacture, development, testing, parts supply, and service of on-power refueling, reactor maintenance, and nuclear medicine delivery tooling sold around the world. We are the original designer of the automated systems that allow 24/7 on power refueling of CANDU reactors and aim to solve some of the Nuclear Industry's most challenging problems. Today, BWXT's equipment is being used in most of the nuclear power plants in Canada and is critical to delivering carbon free energy production and lifesaving medical isotopes.
Check out the YouTube video of an innovative product we recently designed and manufactured in partnership with Bruce Power, called the Bruce Reactor Inspection and Maintenance System Channel Access Device. Go to YouTube and search for video: "Bruce Unveils new BRIMS Tool". There are exceptional opportunities to learn and grow with a career in the nuclear industry in Ontario.
Position Overview:The Project Controls Specialist (PCS) is responsible for the governance, procedures, tools, and best practices to be employed by the Project Management Organization (PMO); including the creation, maintenance, enforcing, auditing and reporting of such methods. With assigned projects, planning or executing, the Project Controls Specialist will collaborate with the Project Manager or be delegated the responsibility for various, project or change, initiation aspects such as: scheduling (structure, logic, resourcing, or any other elements of), budgeting (structure and setup) and administrative organization (directory and reporting set up).
Location:This position is onsite in Peterborough, Ontario.
Your Day to Day:- Maintain and control the effective use and administration of the scheduling system(s).
- Advise and support project organization during planning phases of assigned projects, especially with respect to established governance, procedures, tools, and best practices.
- Execute and support project and change initiation activities in collaboration with the Project Managers.
- Advise project teams and support all elements of project execution through the thorough and practical understanding of Project Management Organization governance, procedures, tools, and best practices.
- Create and maintain governance, procedures, tools, and best practices to be employed by Project Management Organization.
- Audit and enforce the established governance, procedures, tools, and best practices through routine and periodic checks, tests, interviews, etc.
- Report compliance to and deviations from established governance, procedures, tools, and best practices with the affected Project Manager and other leaders within the business.
- Ensure integrity of project and portfolio data across the various systems (scheduling, ERP, other databases, etc.).
- Create, maintain, and utilize training materials for the scheduling system(s) and Project Management Organization governance, procedures, tools, and best practices.
- Support and, in some cases, deputize Project Managers as mutually agreed to in appropriate circumstances.
- Suggest and raise opportunities aimed at improving the departmental governance, procedures, tools, and best practices.
- Support and sometimes lead the continuous improvement of departmental governance, procedures, tools, and best practices.
Required Qualifications:- Completion of post-secondary education in a field such as, engineering, mathematics, or business.
- 5 years of related project controls experience in a project based organization.
- Mastery of scheduling practices and concepts.
- Mastery of Oracle Primavera P6.
- Mastery of Microsoft Excel.
- Demonstratable understanding of project management fundamentals such as scheduling, earned-value management, budget, controls, and change management.
- Demonstratable experience with visual analytic software.
- Demonstratable strength in organizing, analyzing, and presenting large and diverse data sets.
- Professional competency of English, in written and verbal forms.
Desired Qualifications:- Experience in the nuclear energy production industry.
- Project Management Professional certification.
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!
The base salary range for this position in Ontario at the start of employment is expected to be between $80,000 and $118,000 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.
