Job Category: Projects

Location: Saskatoon

Work Contract: Reg Full-Time (K1)

At Cameco we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Cameco stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Cameco is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers. support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Cameco welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.

About Us

Key Lake, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world’s largest high-grade uranium mill. The uranium milled at Key Lake is used for nuclear fuel products, which utilities around the world rely on to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to energize a clean-air world.

The Role

Reporting into the manager, construction management office (CMO), within the technical services department at our corporate office, you will be responsible for all construction activities for assigned projects at Cigar Lake. You will work with the project managers to provide construction coordination, contractor management and adherence to technical specifications on multiple projects being executed concurrently at the site. Your communication skills are excellent and you will be the single point of contact between onsite field contractors and Cameco’s management groups. Portfolio size is large with diversity and complexity to the projects. As the construction manager you enjoy the fast pace of the role and find it rewarding to juggle priorities and deliver exceptional results.

In this role, you will:

• Be accountable for ensuring the construction scope is planned and successfully completed within schedule, budget, and scope as well as within safety, health, environment and quality standards.
• Be the primary contact on contractor issues, scope change requests, progress payments and change orders.
• As the prime contractor representative, you will ensure contractors are compliant with safety protocols, environmental regulations and quality standards.
• Build strong, effective relationships with contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Work closely with contractors and the project manager to ensure assets are delivered to operations on time and on budget.
• Lead a construction management team of trade superintendents, Safety/Health/Quality departments (SHEQ), coordinators and administration staff.
• Participate in contractor selection, bid evaluations, and early contract development.
• Lead with an uncompromising commitment to safety every day.

Required:

• Degree or diploma in engineering or physical sciences or a journeyperson certificate

• Eight to 15 years of work experience as a construction manager in an industrial setting

• Experience managing multi discipline functions

• Supervisor training and exceptional supervisory and leadership skills

• First aid certified

• Conflict resolution skills and ability to work and with a diverse group

• Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft (Monday – Thursday)

Recommended:

• Mining industry experience

• SAP experience

• NCSO

• Gold Seal Construction Management

• P. Eng or ASCT

Conditions of Employment:

• Substance test

• Valid driver's license

Cameco is proud to offer a competitive total reward package which includes:

• Competitive compensation program with base and variable pay
• Flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan with a health spending and personal spending account
• Fixed benefits including employee and dependant life, AD&D, disability benefits and paid vacation leave
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• RRSP and RPP matching program
• Career development opportunities
• Relocation costs

Cameco is an employment equity employer and aims to achieve gender parity, and as such, preference will be given to qualified members of equity groups. We are strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of experiences and encourage applicants with various levels of expertise to apply, as equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.

This position is eligible for the employee referral bonus.

Req ID #: 41192

Posted: June 19, 2025

Posting end date: July 10, 2025
Salary Range: $158,000 - $198,000

Safety Sensitive Site

Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN).

The Cigar Lake operation is located in northern Saskatchewan and this role operates on a four in/three outrotational schedule. Employees commute to the site by aircraft from designated locations in Saskatchewan.

The physical and psychological safety of our employees is a top priority at Cameco. We invite candidates to voluntarily disclose accommodation requirements, if contacted in relation to a job opportunity. Information received will be addressed confidentially and Cameco’s Workplace Inclusion and Accommodation Program document is available upon request. Successful candidates for all positions that will work at Safety Sensitive Sites or Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. Marijuana remains in a user’s system for about 30 days, so applicants who recently used marijuana recreationally should not expect to pass a substance test.