Project Engineer

Hydro Ottawa•Ottawa, ON

41d•CA$89,421 - CA$134,131•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Engineer is at the forefront of high-impact, multidisciplinary engineering projects that contribute directly to the corporate priorities that drive our company forward. Key responsibilities include implementing the capital program through the project management of major substation builds and renewals, critical grid modernization initiatives, and more. The Project Engineer uses their expertise in systems integrations and both agile and risk-based project management methodologies to execute projects related to Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), distributed energy resource (DER) connections, and other system integration projects that advance the distribution system at large. Beyond execution, the Project Engineer provides key technical and commercial input for engineering standards and procurement specifications, while actively collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless project management and delivery. Crucial to the organization’s long-term strategy, the Project Engineer is a key driver behind our future capital programs and distribution automation, championing the transition toward a smarter and more resilient grid.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in Engineering from an accredited university
Professional Engineer, licensed or able to be licensed in the province of Ontario
Strong computer skills; proficient in the use of office productivity and collaboration tools, preferably Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
English language skills essential, both oral and written
Valid Driver’s license - Class G
Successful completion of Driver Competency Assessment
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a utility environment considered an asset
Project Management and System Planning experience considered an asset
PMP designation considered an asset
Experience with Asset Management model beneficial
Knowledge of ISO55000 considered an asset
Bilingualism (French/English) or other languages considered an asset

Responsibilities

Oversee the development and implementation of major capital projects and programs.
Provide input into required capital programs for reliability and amelioration of constraints.
Organize, coordinate and control all stages of the project lifecycle of major capital and maintenance programs and projects in accordance with Hydro Ottawa policies, procedures, and specifications in all project phases from scoping to closeout.
Manage special projects/programs consisting of one or more sub-projects, from initiation to close out, complete with all required scope, schedule, and budget adherence, as well as risk and overall project reporting.
Provide on-going project management in support of our key customer projects. This includes direct customer engagement to develop and execute against Hydro Ottawa’s large load connection process.
Ensure all project objectives and targets are achieved within acceptable tolerances of scope, budget, schedule, safety and quality.
Develop financial estimates and project scoping.
Manage project schedules, scope, budgets and risks.
Prepare electrical and civil consultant Requests for Proposals, develop bid packages and review and provide recommendations.
Manage consultants towards meeting project deliverables and deadlines for project design.
Coordinate and contribute in drawing review meetings with consultants, vendors, and stakeholders.
Facilitate the procurement of major station equipment and work with Standards to prepare contract specifications.
Manage vendors towards meeting project deliverables and deadlines during construction.
Coordinate work with external third parties including Hydro One and IESO.
Facilitate regular site meetings with stakeholders during construction.
Facilitate effective communication between all stakeholders, both internal and external.
Independently track financial actuals and forecast budgets on a monthly basis and work with program oversight and CFO division as required for project reporting.
Effectively close projects through completion of as-builts, documentation of lessons learned, and financial project close-out.
Provide input during development of technical engineering standards.
Represent Hydro Ottawa at external working groups and conferences.
Special projects as required.
Performs other duties as required.