Projects Leader

Job Description

The main requirements of the role are to;

• Provide technical and project management support through contract development, design construction and commissioning of the North End Sewage Treatment Plant (NEWPCC) major capital projects.
• Work on site and in the office with the Veolia and City of Winnipeg Team
• Assist the Program Team in the leadership, execution and delivery of various Major Capital Projects for the Winnipeg Sewage Treatment Program (WSTP).
• Manage and lead Veolia’s role in the Capital Program Delivery for the WSTP.
• Provide support to the City Project Managers within the Winnipeg Sewage Treatment Program (WSTP). Be willing to take on an active role in the project management by reviewing documents and attending meetings. Work with the City Project Manager to plan ahead, identity upcoming issues, discuss multiple options, then actively take part in implementing the solution.
• Lead the risk management strategy for all three (3) major projects on the NEWPCC facility.
• Veolia and the City of Winnipeg entered in a 30-year Program Agreement in 2011. Part of Veolia’s role is to provide support services during capital program delivery. The successful individual will be a part of a diverse team to assist in delivery of three (3) major projects worth approximately $3 billion dollars.

Main Responsibilities:      

• Support the WSTP as an integral player by:
  • Review and assist in preparation of deliverables during the Project Initiation phase (e.g. Project Delivery Plan, Communication/Stakeholder management plans, Project Charter, etc.)
  • Participate and provide recommendations to the Program Team during the project planning phases.
  • Support, assist, review and provide recommendations during the procurement of the contractor and other contracts related to the projects (e.g. Technical Requirements, Proposals, Agreements, etc.) Provide recommendations to the Program Team during the evaluation of the potential proponents.
  • Responsbile for the successful execution of the three (3 major projects by managing all aspects of its implementation. (e.g. Financial information, Scope validation, design packages, stakeholder reviews, scheduling, etc.)
  • Review of Contract Change Orders, RFIs, NCRs etc. to provide input and mitigate risks during construction
  • Participate/Manage the monitoring and review of project risk processes to ensure successful project outcomes.
  • Development of capital target costs and cost control monitoring during execution of major construction contracts.  
  • Understand the interactions/impacts between existing plant processes and new construction in order to provide strategic mitigation of risks.
  • Provide or facilitate knowledge and expertise to the client in understanding and resolving technical issues relating to treatment process; construction or other technical areas.
  • Develop and support the implementation of program strategies fostering “Best for Program” decisions.
  • Attend Project/Program meetings regarding the WSTP to identify any cross risks.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

Educational Background: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline, Project Management or able to demonstrate an equivalent level of knowledge.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is considered an asset

Job Skills:

• Capable to play a central role in coordinating and integrating progress across internal and external program team members
• Process improvement and re-engineering, balancing efficiency and effectiveness 
• Must have the capability to conduct analyses on complex data sets and review large complex technical reports.
• Must demonstrate ability to pay close attention to details, and present good planning, organization, and time management skills.
• Must have the ability to handle diverse tasks simultaneously and be able to work effectively with interruptions.  Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information and issues.
• Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities
• Must demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills and the ability to independently compose routine written communications.
• Must demonstrate ability to adapt communication style for diverse audiences from construction site / plant floor to senior management.
• Must demonstrate the ability to guide others and deliver through other people / groups without direct management control.
• Must have strong partnering abilities to develop networks and build alliances; collaborate across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.

Experience/Knowledge

• Minimum of 15 years’ experience with 10 years’ experience directly related to Project or Program Management
• Must have previous experience with engineering or construction project management processes including good knowledge of Design Build processes from development, procurement, design, construction and through commissioning of a complex facility.
• Must have previous experience with Project Management and business process quality control.
• Good understanding of progress monitoring and controlling in project management frame work
• Working knowledge of ACONEX considered an asset
• Experience working in the Google Suite of office tool would be considered an asset
• Veolia is the world’s largest environmental service provider and a partner of the City of Winnipeg. Demonstrating knowledge of current local or world environmental challenges will be an advantage.

Work Environment:

Site/office work environment with the ability to work remotely for up to two (2) days per week.

Possible Work Hazards: 

Must take care in moving or lifting office supplies.   Exposure to industrial and construction plant hazards including excavations, noise, heavy equipment, fumes and chemicals.

Physical Demands:                                                     

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.