The Opportunity

Company, Department: NS Power, Energy Delivery Capital Management

Location: Nova Scotia Closing Date: August 19, 2026 We are currently looking for a Field Project Lead, Transmission. The Field Projects Lead is accountable for the execution of the transmission line capital program work plan, and the provision of technical and field support for the execution of capital projects.

Key elements of this role include

Provide on-site project management of contractor resources for projects that you are assigned to travel across the province. Participating in start-up meetings, outage coordination, and communicating with customers or stakeholders that will be impacted by the work performed. Coordinate switching procedures or hold offs with the Energy Desk for the work to be completed. Participate in weekly meetings to review reliability analysis and transmission line performance to identify and prioritize investments for the transmission line capital and maintenance programs. Assist with maintaining the transmission inspection database and developing Work Orders. Quality Assurance checks for pre and post work execution to ensure compliance with standards and drawings. Approving contractor change requests and resolving disputes to support the billing processes. Ensure the safe and effective completion of emergency and reactive maintenance work on Nova Scotia Power’s Transmission System. Participate in the Transmission Line Coordinator standby rotation and provide restoration response during transmission line interruptions, including helicopter patrols of transmission lines.

Travel across the province is required

You will be responsible for personal safety, that of co-workers, and those under your direction by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations. You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environment management system processes and initiatives.

These skills will make you successful

To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below: Certified as a Powerline Technician or have relevant work experience with Transmission and Distribution line construction. Hold a valid Nova Scotia driver’s license. Demonstrate an ability to function well in a team environment and be able to work independently when needed. Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills and have proven problem resolution skills with the flexibility and ability to adapt to rescheduled assignments. Available for after-hour consultation and emergency power restoration work. We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we’ve listed above, please consider applying. Have a question or want to learn more about this opportunity?

Learn more about our culture and values

At the Emera Group of Companies, you’ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers. If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by August 19, 2026 and let us know why this role is right for you.

The perks of joining our team? We offer

Flexibility: Hybrid work model. Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits. Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs. Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching, volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees. Competitive Compensation: Short-term incentive plan and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera

As one of Atlantic Canada’s largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

Recruitment & Promotion Policy

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values. If you have any questions about this opportunity or if you are experiencing any technical difficulty with the application process, please email careers@nspower.ca