NSB Omega is searching for a Senior Project Manager - Labrador Transmission for our MAJOR Utilities Client in St. John's, NL.

The duties and job functions of the Senior Project Manager – Labrador Transmission shall include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Establish an effective project organization through the identification of required project resources that is able to effectively support the delivery of the department’s initiatives.
• Oversight of the assigned projects department scope. This consists of overall project execution responsible for the assign multiple scopes, in excess of $ 500 Million in budget.
• Assigned package/projects will complex and could consists of multiple projects bordering on the program level of assignment.
• As a senior resource this position will aid in direction and recommendations to the overall Program leadership team on project management, contractual and governance approaches.
• Mentoring and developing internal employees to develop project management knowledge within the company.
• Be available and participate in any required regulatory, reviews, technical sessions or hearings for Project applications.
• Overall delivery responsibility and project management of assigned scope as required include the management of other project managements within the team.
• Identify cost and schedule drivers, and implement associated optimization opportunities.
• Work with Project Controls to ensure effective cost and schedule control, including schedule and cost trend reviews. Monitor project deliverables and milestones and ensure compliance with baseline schedules.
• Identify changes and subsequent management of approved changes, in accordance with project protocols.
• Act as a point of contact between the Project team and corporate department with respect to technical details and project’s requirements.
• Organize and lead meetings related to delivery of project scope, working to resolve issues that could impact overall delivery.
• Be adaptable to tackling multiple projects of varying subject matter.
• Identify delivery risks and develop/implement associated risk management plans.
• Provide input into and develop progress reports as required.
• Proactive support of a safety culture where "Nobody Gets Hurt."
• Ensuring opportunities for improvement with respect to safety and environment.
• Ensure adequate resources are assigned to ensure deliverables are produces in accordance with required schedule.
• Oversee Supplier’s/Contractor preparation of documentation; in addition, perform review and coordinate comments.
• Ensure internal and external interfaces are clearly identified and scheduled with responsibility allocated.
• Interface with corporate departments (engineering, environment, safety, regulatory compliance, lands, etc.) to ensure all requirements are understood and met.
• Lead member in contract formation and negotiation. Work with contract administrators/buyer to ensure key procurement activities and recommendations are undertaken.
• Assist and lead where applicable in approval of contracting strategies where required, final contract for execution and necessary financial authorization.
• Following contract award work with team to ensure obligations of both Company and Contractor are adhered to for the project.
• Work with Supplier/Contractors and engineering to ensure proper quality assurance and control is in place within scope.
• Work with project Engineering resources to ensure proper oversight of technical specifications, quality assurance/control and turnover to operations.
• Approval of Contractor’s project execution or construction management plan if required.
• Support Site Engineer/Construction Engineers to determine the need for design and construction specialist and inspectors as required.
• Ensure work incorporates the Corporation’s Safety and Health Program, Environmental Management Program and Project Management Systems.
• Provides appropriate guidance, mentoring, coaching and performance feedback to a diverse, multidiscipline team with varying degrees of experience to ensure staff performance is optimized and performance issues are dealt with in an effective manner.
• Other related duties, as assigned.

Relevant work experience and requirements:

• Extensive background (+20 years) on large engineering and construction projects with a focus on Electric Utility infrastructure.
• Direct experience in Project Management of Major Projects.
• Experience in leading large scale transmission line, terminal station, or Utility projects would be considered an asset.
• Extensive background on managing and overseeing Major Projects within an owner’s team atmosphere.
• A focus on continual improvement is a priority of the role. The incumbent should have a solid grasp of advanced project management principles, along with having experience in successfully applying and advancing those principles.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in developing and leading diverse work teams.
• Commercially astute individual with a strong background in cost/schedule analysis. Claims management experience is considered an asset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with large national and international construction Contractors is considered an asset.
• Experience with multiple forms of contracting including EPC and compensation terms including unit rate, lump sum and reimbursable.
• Strong background in the application of Project Management Systems.
• Experience with working with a project controls team.
• Adaptability to perform in different work environments.
• Ability to train/mentor personnel.
• Strong cost/schedule analytical skills.
• A team focused approach and collaborative nature is required.

Duration
1 Year(With Possibility of Extension)

Location
St. John's, NL