Kinectrics is a wholly owned subsidiary of BWX Technologies focused on providing life cycle management services in the energy and utility sector. We develop innovative solutions for the global electricity and medical industries, helping empower a sustainable future. Trusted by clients worldwide, our employees provide expertise in engineering, testing, and inspection across a wide range of services. With offices worldwide and independent laboratories and testing facilities, we collaborate closely with clients to ensure utility assets perform safely, reliably, and efficiently throughout their entire life cycle.

Kinectrics takes pride in being consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the energy and utility industry, where purpose and people mean as much as innovation and growth. That’s why we choose only the best and brightest to join us. To keep pace with the expanding energy and utility sector, Kinectrics has grown from a company of 300 to over 1,000 in only the last few years - and we aren’t looking to slow down. Join our diverse, supportive workplace for a rewarding career in the electricity industry.

Visit our website to learn more:  www.kinectrics.com

The Opportunity

Position: Senior Project Manager 

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: In-person at the Chalk River site. Relocation or travel benefits available for eligible candidates

Hours per week:40

Number Required:1

What We Offer

At Kinectrics, employees are recognized for their knowledge, experience, and contributions while working in a highly technical and challenging environment. Kinectrics puts you in the driver’s seat of your own career, setting you up alongside industry experts who will help you develop the skills essential to your professional growth in a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and rewarding work culture.

• Purpose: The work we do each day helps communities around the world. Find satisfaction in work that really matters, working alongside and as part of the best and brightest in the industry.
• Growth: To keep pace with Canada’s expanding energy and utility sector, we are growing more each day, which means more opportunities for you. We encourage our employees to grow alongside our company thanks to a number of significant training and personal development opportunities.
• Innovation: Our staff proudly develop innovations that push the industry forward.
• Diversity: The company is dedicated to promoting diversity in its workforce, up to and including the senior management level. Our diversity committee ensures we stay up to date on leading trends and best practices, creating a desirable workspace for each and every one of our employees.
• Total Compensation: Your talent deserves to be recognized. Kinectrics offers a competitive total compensation package unmatched by most industries throughout North America. Salary is just one component of the total rewards you will receive when working for Kinectrics. Other elements may also include pay for performance programs (merit pay and discretionary annual performance bonuses), comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs, membership discounts, employee referral bonus, eligibility for our pension plan, career development programs, and professional development/educational reimbursements.

Accountabilities: How You Will Make an Impact

This position is assigned to the BWXT-led Nuclear Laboratories Partners of Canada (NLPC) contract and is responsible for pursuit, capture, and full-cycle management of complex non-capital projects within the Project Management Office (PMO). This role ensures projects are executed to financial, technical, and client satisfaction standards across operational and regulatory initiatives.

We are seeking a highly skilled, high-energy and results oriented Senior Project Manager to lead and oversee construction projects in the nuclear industry. This role requires a deep understanding of nuclear regulations, project management principles, and strong leadership abilities. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing complex projects from conception to completion, while ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with industry standards.

Job Description/Duties:

• Lead complex projects from initiation through closeout, including operational programs, regulatory compliance initiatives, and strategic development efforts.
• Develop tailored project execution plans using industry best practices and internal capabilities to maximize value and outcomes.
• Direct multidisciplinary teams, including Project and Discipline Managers, toward shared performance goals.
• Negotiate scope, contracts, and critical outcomes with internal and client stakeholders.
• Apply advanced business acumen to improve project margin, resource efficiency, and schedule fidelity.
• Drive change management, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement across the project lifecycle.
• Oversee financial performance, reporting, and client communications to ensure project transparency and satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Leadership:

• Lead and manage large-scale construction projects within the nuclear sector, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget constraints.
• Negotiate scope, contracts, and critical outcomes with internal and client stakeholders.
• Apply advanced business acumen to improve project margin, resource efficiency, and schedule fidelity.
• Drive change management, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement across the project lifecycle.
• Oversee financial performance, reporting, and client communications to ensure project transparency and satisfaction.

2. Planning & Execution:

• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
• Oversee the execution of construction activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards.

3. Team Management:

• Build, mentor, and manage a cross-functional team of engineers, architects, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Foster a collaborative team environment while providing guidance and support.

4. Risk Management:

• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Conduct regular assessments to ensure project stays on track and within budget.

5. Stakeholder Engagement:

• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, clients, and team members.
• Present project updates, addressing any concerns and modifications to scope as needed.

6. Quality Assurance:

• Establish quality assurance and control procedures to ensure the highest standards are met throughout the construction process.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits.

7. Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation and reports to track progress and provide updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all governmental and industry regulations, maintaining an audit-ready state.

What You Need to Succeed

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, science, or other relevant field (technical degree strongly preferred).
• Minimum of 10 -15 years of experience in project management, including at least 10 years managing large-scale projects in technical or regulated environments.
• Proven success leading projects valued between $100M-$1B, with full accountability for scope, schedule, cost, and technical delivery.
• Strong experience in EPCI (Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Installation) planning and execution strategies.
• Advanced knowledge of project cost optimization, risk/opportunity management, and change control.
• Demonstrated ability to influence across internal business units and client organizations.
• Excellent leadership skills with consistent success managing diverse project teams and functional leads.
• PMP certification or in-progress; certification as a licensed professional is preferred but not mandatory.
• Prior success in developing long-term client relationships that result in repeat business.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Canadian security clearance.
• On-site presence required near Chalk River Site, Ontario. Relocation or travel benefits are available for eligible candidates.

This role requires the successful candidate to complete the security clearance process. The security clearance process is conducted in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements of the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) and the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) and may take up to 12 months to complete.

Kinectrics Inc is strongly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) and welcomes applications from all individuals. To learn more about our commitments please visit our diversity, equity and inclusion and indigenous relations pages.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a voluntary diversity survey. The collection of self-identification data is driven by our commitment to DE&I and ensures Kinectrics' continuous review and improvement of its programs. The information that you provide is strictly confidential and your responses will only be used for statistical purposes. Your responses do not affect your candidacy in any way. Kinectrics welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.