Project & Control Engineer/officer

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Status: Regular Full time

Working Conditions: Hybrid Work Environment (3 days in office)

Education Level: 4 year University Degree in Engineering, Science or Business.

Location: Niagara, ON

Number of Position(s): 1

Travel: 10%

Deadline to Apply: May, 22nd, 2024.

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ACCOMMODATIONS

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JOB OVERVIEW

Ontario Power Generation inc. (OPG) is seeking for a dynamic, strategic and results driven professional to join our Renewable Generation team in the role of Project & Control Engineer/Officer based at our Niagara, ON station - Sir Adam Beck Generating Station. This role is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement of up to two days per week working from home.

As a Project & Control Engineer/Officer you will have the opportunity to contribute to Ontario Power Generation by coordinating and collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders. You will be required to understand schedules, Cost and required performance for the assigned projects.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment where you will contribute to Ontario Power Generation's continued growth and success in generating safe, clean, reliable low-cost power in a sustainable manner.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• As a project team member responsible for coordinating, facilitating and driving the Front End Planning Process.
• Develop WBS based on statement of work scope.
• Develop and maintain updated and accurate planning phase schedule.
• Perform monthly schedule updates and cost analysis.
• Perform cost management for projects in accordance with OPG's project management governance.
• Set up applicable source systems (AS9, EcoSys,ePMX etc.) as required and ensure alignment with project control systems. Maintain alignment between source systems and project control systems throughout project life cycle.
• Facilitate project metrics reporting and variance analysis. Identify actual and potential deviations from the approved annual, release or life cycle budgets or schedules to the Project Manager. Recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare Risk Management plan with support from other project team members.
• Create and issue timely project status reports.
• Develop and maintain program level schedules.
• Ensure approved change control processes are followed.
• Prepare and obtain approval of applicable change control documentation.
• Facilitate and support project financial close out process.
• Assist with continuous improvement of PMO processes and procedures.
• Assist with development and continuous improvement of the project controls information system.
• Maintain document project file which provides and auditable trail throughout the project lifecycle including project approvals, change control and close out.

EDUCATION

• 4-year university degree in Engineering, Science or Business
• Project Management Institute (PMI) or Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE) certification is considered an asset.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A period of over 6 years and up to and including 8 years is considered necessary in project planning, scheduling, risk management, and control service needs of the division.
• Clear understanding of project controls principles, theories, and concepts such as project scoping, risk management, estimating, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Advanced user of P6.
• Must have experience in cost control - understanding of earned value including CPI (cost performance indicator) and SPI (Scheduled Performance Indicator),
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary and multi-phase long term projects/programs.
• Knowledge and solid understanding of the interrelationships and role of organizational units, interrelationships between work groups, external contractors and consultants involved, and the mechanics of resolving any controversial issues.
• Project Management experience within a Nuclear, Hydroelectric or Thermal generating facility within a project management support capacity.
• Experience with the application of work methods, resourcing of work, and logical sequencing of events and resolution of common problems in these areas.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate well, both verbally and written, is essential.
• Ability to present information clearly and effectively.
• Comfortable working with / learning the application of various computer systems and software.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a flexible hybrid office environment.

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.

What Makes a Career at OPG Different?

As Ontario's largest clean energy generator, we're building, expanding, and innovating the equipment and technology that keeps Ontario powered with clean, reliable energy.

At OPG, our values are our strengths. They are fundamental truths about our organization that don't change:

Safety - it's our business.

Integrity - always lead with integrity.

Excellence - never satisfied with good enough.

Inclusion - working together for powerful outcomes.

Innovation - creativity accelerates possibility.

Here's why OPG might just be the ideal workplace for you:

• Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide
• Long-term career growth and development opportunities
• Electricity is vital to the province and OPG's clean electricity is helping decarbonize other sectors.

Our promise to you:

• We care about the safety and the well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.
• A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.
• Opportunities to stretch and develop.
• Offer different ways for you to give back to the communities where we operate.
• Partner with Indigenous communities and support local businesses.
• We support employment equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Are you ready to start a career that has the power to electrify life on and off the job? Apply now.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit your application online at https://jobs.opg.com/ by 11:59 PM E.S.T. May, 22nd, 2024.. . OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

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