Deputy Director, Engineering

Deputy Director, Engineering

AtkinsRéalis is one of Canada's largest private sector nuclear engineering groups. We have been providing a wide range of services to the nuclear industry in Canada and around the world since for more than 60 years. We are proud to be the steward of Canadian CANDU nuclear technology.

The Deputy Director, Engineering reports to the Cernavoda 3 / 4 New Build Engineering Director and will be responsible for delivering the internal engineering work of a multi-discipline team.

This role will be based in Mississauga, ON.

Your role within the team:

• Responsible for the utilization of the engineering personnel assigned to him/her.
• Ensure qualified and appropriate staff are working on the project and are assigned work within their experience and skills.
• Provide guidance, technical insights, supervision and feedback to the Engineering Managers that are part of his/her team.
• Oversight of technical deliverables budget, schedule and quality.
• Ensure that the final deliverables meet customer requirements specified in the contract and overall alignment with nuclear codes and standards.
• Review and approve or delegate the approval of key technical documentation under his supervision.
• Identifying and proposing improvements in the functioning of the organization – both proactively and in response to changes in the business environment.
• Liaise with external clients at the behest of the Engineering Director regarding the technical matters.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

Because we offer:

• The opportunity to work on various major projects for internal and external clients.
• An exciting environment where work-life balance is important.
• A wide array of learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, flexible benefits, an employee share plan, and a defined contribution pension plan.
• A work environment focused on health and safety.

The ideal candidate:

• Degree from an accredited university in an applicable field of engineering or science.
• At least 15 years of applicable engineering experience including experience in engineering supervisory / management roles.
• At least 10 years applicable experience working on CANDU® technologies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Level 2 security clearance.
• Experience in executing projects that are subject to import/export controls.
• Experience in managing sub consultants and work sharing with other offices within a company or joint venture.
• Registered Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario, qualified to seal engineering documents in a relevant field of engineering, or eligible to obtain for such registration within 6 months of hiring.
• Sound knowledge of multiple engineering fields and of nuclear technologies.
• Demonstrated skills in the management engineering scopes of work on complex technical projects, leadership, and project management of a highly technical group.
• Working knowledge of construction methods, building systems and terminology.
• Working knowledge of Canadian and EU regulatory practices.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills in the development of team members and support staff.
• Strong communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent clients focus and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated business acumen – the ability to think, plan and negotiate strategically with a strong commercial orientation and good understanding of financial measurements.
• Travel to client sites as required by the project.
• Security Clearance through Public Works Government Services Canada is a condition of employment.

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and join our team to help engineer a Better Future for our Planet and its People.

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