Job Description

Project Director

Location – Toronto, Canada

Overview

• Successfully deliver the project as per agreed targets, e.g., program, budget, and quality.
• Identifying and agreeing project objectives with the client and developing a strategy for achieving these.
• Setting objectives, and defining tasks for the project team, delegating authority and agreeing with the project director how risks will be shared as necessary.
• Actively managing the project – both technically and financially, in accordance with corporate and business policies, directives, guidance and procedures.
• Identifying, escalating, and managing any matters that could pose a potential contractual/commercial risk
• Manage projects strategically while understanding financial impacts, risks and opportunities.
• Facilitating communication, co-ordination and information flow with the Client and within the project team, including any subcontractors and partners (internal and external);
• Assembling and owning the project delivery program and delivery plans; providing project reports on a regular basis to convey cost and schedule information in a timely manner
• Protecting the commercial interest of the project.
• Preparation of proposal submissions
• Preparation of all technical documentation required for the execution of the project (Technical studies, Design basis, Conceptual Designs, Detailed designs, technical specifications, Field work, Tender Phase services, Construction Phase Services and Record drawings)
• Establishing and maintaining a climate favorable to the application of ethical and professional practices in the execution of engineering work
• Ability to recruit the right talent for the project’s needs. Act as a leader and a team player who is decisive, fair minded and collaborative with a true concern for the wellness of people.
• Build strong employee culture and engagement by developing and leading action planning and improvement initiatives

About you

• Must have University degree and/or MBA in Engineering, Business or related discipline.
• Minimum 20 years relevant experience, in a large corporate environment with preference given to professional services environments.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• A track record of successful management of large-scale projects, EPC or EPCM projects with appropriate references.
• Strong knowledge of mining industry
• Significant experience of managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• Effective in problem solving and managing conflict situations.
• Self-directed and self-motivated
• Identify, communicate, and manage change effectively and on the appropriate level.
• Proven track record of effective teamwork, organizational development and leadership.
• Open to travel to meet the client’s requirements

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career, AtkinsRéalis is for you. We're creating a vibrant culture where everyone belongs. A place rich with collaboration and diverse experiences, where you're empowered to grow your career your way. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact. Make meaningful contributions that are seen, celebrated, and valued. It's time to join a purposeful team that inspires and supports you to be your kind of brilliant.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.