Job Description

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Job Title

Project Manager

Company, Department:

Nova Scotia Power - Capital Projects

Location:

Halifax, Nova Scotia

Type of Employment:

Regular, Full Time \xe2\x80\x93 Hybrid

Closing Date:

January 5, 2024

Reference umber:

2023 -2138

The Opportunity

We are currently looking to fill the position of Project Manager to join our Capital Projects team in a permanent position. Reporting to the Senior Manager, this role will lead the development and implementation of Capital Projects

Key elements of this role include:

As a Project Manager:

• You will be responsible for economic and business case development of alternatives for capital projects, supporting the development of an execution model to undertake this work and support stakeholder relationships.
• You will be required to work closely with members of the Hydro Operations, Energy Delivery operations, Nova Scotia Power\xe2\x80\x99s Senior Management and Capital Projects Team, as well as other technical groups, to ensure the projects are developed and successfully implemented.
• You will be responsible for personal safety, that of co-workers, and those under your direction by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
• You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environment management system processes and initiatives.

These skills will make you successful:

To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:

• Be an Experienced Engineering Professional, strong Analytical and Project Management skills.
• Experienced in Project Economics, Analytical Evaluation, Risk Management and Project Controls are essential.
• This position requires 8-10 years of Capital Development and Construction related experience.
• The ideal candidate shall have strong communications skills with regards to external partners and internal stakeholders.
• You demonstrate strong relationship skills, and an ability to work well with at various levels of the organization, including NS Power executive leadership team.
• You also possess strong analytical, quantitative skills, and attention to detail.

• You must possess a valid driver\xc2\xb4s license and be available to provide assistance / direction for after hour emergency service restoration.

• Possess a Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in Engineering, preferable Civil, Mechanical or Chemical
• P. Eng designation and PMP certification would be an asset.

At Nova Scotia Power, everyone is a leader in their own right. Our Leadership Competencies set standards that advance our business strategy, deliver results for customers, and provide career development for employees. The successful individual in this role will think strategically and exercise sound judgement, drive operational excellence for customers, cultivate innovation and embrace change but most importantly builds strong, collaborative relationships.

We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we\xe2\x80\x99re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we\xe2\x80\x99ve listed above, please consider applying.

Learn more about our culture and values

At the Emera Group of Companies, you\xe2\x80\x99ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers.

If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by January 5, 2024, and let us know why this role is right for you.

The perks of joining our team? We offer:

• Flexibility: Hybrid work model with flexible remote workdays.
• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching & volunteer programs, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive benefits plan and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera

As one of Atlantic Canada\xe2\x80\x99s largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of , and . We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

Recruitment & Promotion Policy

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the . The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.

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