Project Manager - Jobs in Lakeside, NS

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Reference Number: 9094Department: T&D Capital ExecutionLocation: Lakeside, NSType of Employment: Regular, Full-timeDate Posted: November 19, 2021Nova Scotia Power’s greatest source of energy is our people. In a culture focused on safety, we’re committed to providing exceptional service to our customers and rewarding jobs to our employees. We’re hiring solution-minded people excited to help us grow into the future. We are currently looking to fill the position of Project Manager, T&D Capital Execution .Accountabilities: As a Project Manager, you are both a leader and collaborator, positioned to move between field execution and office planning. Reporting to the Manager T&D Capital Execution, you will manage projects within T&D’s investment plan. This position will be responsible for liaising with field operations, scheduling, execution of contracts, site management, forecasting and cost controls, project documentation management, procurement processes, environmental and safety management, project reporting, project commissioning and close out. You will be required to work closely with members of the project team, as well as other technical and operating groups, to ensure projects are successfully implemented.You will be responsible for monitoring project performance and ensure appropriate action is taken to address risks and issues. You provide leadership, direction and motivation to the project team and other project resources. Furthermore, you will ensure effective communication with project stakeholders and ensure proper documentation is created, maintained, and archived.You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of co-workers, 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 environmental management system processes and initiatives.Skills, Capabilities and Experience: A Bachelor´s Degree in Engineering and full membership (or eligible for membership) in Engineers NS is required. As the ideal candidate, you possess experience in managing projects or an equivalent combination of skills and experience may be considered. You have an understanding of utility operations, major equipment, and utility regulatory and operating environments. You have knowledge of formal project management methodologies and you are able to demonstrate competence in delivering projects on time, on schedule and on budget.At Nova Scotia Power, our employees are our greatest strength. Our Leadership Competencies set standards that advance our business strategy, deliver results for customers, and provide career development for employees. As the ideal candidate for this position you speak up on health, safety and environment issues, and demonstrate a belief that all injuries are preventable. You support flexibility in the workplace and embrace change. You build strong collaborative relationships with a commitment to a respectful, inclusive and productive work environment while demonstrating integrity and a commitment to operational excellence for our customers. Lastly, we encourage you to proactively ask questions and seek information to understand how your work relates to the business goals and make well informed decisions.In accordance with Emera’s occupational health and safety program and the Emera Vaccine Program, subject to any approved accommodation, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. For clarity, “fully vaccinated” means having the number of doses or combination of doses of a vaccine approved by Health Canada or local public health agencies in the jurisdiction in which they will be employed.Reports to: Manager, T&D Capital ExecutionForm of Application: Click the APPLY button at the end of the online job posting. Complete all required information fields, and copy and paste your covering letter and resume into the online form.Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.Must Be Received By: All interested candidates should apply no later than* December 3, 2021.* Late applications may not receive considerationRecruitment and Promotion Policy: At Nova Scotia Power we believe that it is powerful when everyone is included.We strongly encourage applications from equity groups who have been historically underrepresented, including members of the visible minority community (especially those from historic African Nova Scotian communities), Indigenous peoples (especially Mi’kmaq), persons with disabilities, and women in non-traditional roles, as well as members of the LGTBQ+ community.If you are selected for an interview and require a specific accommodation, please advise our Talent Acquisition team and we will support you with the recruitment process.Job Type: Full-timeQuick Apply

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