Project & Outage Manager

Atura Power•Oakville, ON

2d•CA$100,000 - CA$130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Atura Power is the largest fleet of combined cycle power plants in Ontario. This position is located at our central office in Oakville, Ontario. Reporting to the Manager – Projects and Outages within the Asset Management department, the successful candidate will be part of a multi-disciplinary team and responsible for the proposal, initiation, execution, and completion of capital projects and outages for the Atura Power Assets. The candidate must possess a strong technical foundation with the ability to understand, evaluate, and support the resolution of complex mechanical and electrical engineering problems, and be capable of performing the role of a project mechanical or electrical engineer as required. Project performance will be measured on the ability to deliver projects on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with Atura Power project management procedures. The successful candidate will be a key contributor to the management of capital project implementation to achieve reliable operation and continuous improvement of all plant equipment located at Atura Power’s power plant facilities. In addition to Project Management, the individual will support Atura Power facilities as an Outage Manager for complex outages. Overseeing the outage from a governance, execution and organizational role, the outage manager is a key individual in the co-ordination and planning of the various projects and work. The role will involve supporting the Maintenance Managers and Planners at the facilities with outage work planning, co-ordination of contractors and staff, outage readiness reviews and reporting as per Atura Power’s outage management processes. In this role, the individual is a key contributor who will work closely with other groups and leads from Asset Management, Operations, Finance, Commercial, Supply Chain and other internal/external stakeholders to plan, organize, and execute complex capital projects and outages. The Project/Outage Manager will provide strong technical, project management, organizational, and communication skills and will develop the knowledge of the systems, processes and tools required to plan and execute projects and outages.

Requirements

Demonstrated familiarity with project and outage management principles and practices
Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to provide and present timely and relevant feedback/reporting to various stakeholders. Candidate will be asked to submit a technical writing sample
Proficient in reading and understanding mechanical discipline drawings including P&IDs, piping isometrics, general arrangements, mechanical system drawings and electrical discipline drawings including one-line diagrams and wiring diagrams
Innovative, self-motivated, professional, and able to work without being under direct supervision and contribute in a fast-paced, multi-discipline team environment
Possess a high level of attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good judgment and decision-making abilities
Ability to work independently to organize, plan, coordinate, and manage multiple projects/tasks simultaneously including providing daily field support
Ability to exercise leadership without formal authority and have demonstrated leadership skills for delegation, negotiation, influencing, and consensus building to coordinate work to meet objectives
Ability to embrace and lead change
University degree in Engineering and P. Eng. license with Professional Engineers of Ontario or an equivalent governing body in Canada is preferred
Previous experience in an engineering role with exposure to mechanical and/or electrical systems is preferred
Minimum 4 to 6 years of progressive relevant field experience in power generation (e.g. new installations, commissioning, operations, and/or maintenance)
Previous project and outage management experience
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of PC-based computer systems and software applications with an emphasis on Maximo, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project
Have and maintain a valid driver's license
Successfully complete a security clearance/criminal record check
This position will require travel across borders and as such the candidate must be able to provide applicable documentation to this effect.

Nice To Haves

Recognized certificate or diploma in Project Management is considered an asset
Direct Maximo experience is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Lead the planning and execution of capital and expense projects
Perform outage management for plant outages
Develop or coordinate investment valuations, cost estimates, decision summaries, risk analyses and conceptual plans, and preliminary and detailed design work
Support projects through review of engineering design documentation from equipment manufacturers and outside consulting firms including drawings, submitttsals, calculations, reports and other related information
Coordinate with operations and engineering to develop and execute outage and project scope, budget, execution plan, schedule, resource requirements, permit applications, commissioning plan, pre-start safety review, documentation, drawing modifications, close-out of punch list items, and training where appropriate
Create project execution plans to encompass schedules, budgets, resource requirements, permits and regulatory requirements
Create Outage Charter, cost reports, daily reports, and conduct readiness reviews and lessons learned meetings following outages
Coordinate or direct the work of external consultants and contractors
Provide leadership and influence in the continuous development of project management tools and processes
Provide project management services in support of Atura Power’s asset management initiatives
Make independent decisions and communicate recommendations to management and other affected parties in a way that fosters consensus and facilitates efficient outcomes
Must have unrestricted ability to travel within Ontario up to 65% of the time
Other related duties as required