Project Manager (Network Management Officer)

47286 - Toronto - Regular -

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.4 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

General Accountabilities

• Work closely with construction and other field staff in order to manage field activities
• Represent the Company on discussions and negotiation with customers, stakeholders and suppliers.
• Maintain an awareness of advancing technology developments in transmission/distribution equipment and systems.
• Provide technical guidance to others as required, assist in resolution of work problems and mentor junior staff in job responsibilities.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and specifications, and present recommendations to resolve issues, producing necessary documentation, as necessary.
• Prepare business cases for the execution of transmission/distribution projects.
• Monitor service provider performance, provide redirection as required, and authorize payment.
• Manage change control of Projects
• Contribute to the development of the business plan and regulatory submissions.
• Monitor and control programs and/or complex projects during scoping, planning and execution phases.
• Resolve issues through negotiation with the Service Provider and customer.
• Co-ordinate activities with internal service-providers and stakeholders, contractors and customers.
• Manage project teams to ensure safe, cost effective and timely completion of transmission/distribution projects
• Develop, track and maintain project schedules and budgets
• Identify and manage project risks
• Be responsible for the preparation of turnkey contract specifications and awards and provide necessary technical direction to service providers.
• Provide leadership to the Project Team
• Liaise with other internal work groups, divisions and outside interests.

Selection Criteria

• Requires excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Requires knowledge of project management principles and best practices.
• Requires knowledge of technical writing for the preparation of contract documents, scopes of work, presentations and technical reports and specifications.
• Requires experience with preparing and overseeing the development and execution of project scope, budget, and schedule to ensure timely completion of projects and adherence to financial targets
• Requires an excellent knowledge of written and verbal English
• Requires experience in managing complex electricity transmission and distribution projects
•  5+ years of working experience as a Project Manager on power/utilities/nuclear/energy related projects is preferred.
• Requires completion of a Engineering, Business or Science University degree or a technologist degree with 5+ years experience in the electrical transmission and distribution utility. Other qualifications will be considered with relevant experience.
• Requires knowledge of electrical power systems and business administration of construction project management, equipment and operations relating to transmission/distribution assets, customer and public relations, contract management.
• Valid Ontario Driver's License

Relevant Experience In The Following Areas

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate work (technical and non-technical), and work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with customers and to provide exceptional customer service.
• Demonstrated record of solving problems that require analysis of numerous variables and alternative solutions, and exercising judgment.
• An understanding of capital project commissioning requirements and the ability to develop sound equipment/project commissioning plans.
• An understanding of bulk electric system operations.
• An understanding of project finance (forecasting, estimating, cost control and earned-value).
• Manage multiple work programs and effectively lead and facilitate teams consistent with the goals and philosophies of continuous quality improvement.
• Demonstrated record of self-motivated behavior and perseverance to accomplish objectives in spite of obstacles.
• Demonstrated ability to provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
• An understanding of electrical substation and transmission line design.
• An understanding of the Project Delivery Model/Project Life Cycle.

Essential Competencies

• The ability to build persuasive arguments based on logic and fact.
• Demonstrates a strong adherence to safety policies and procedures, and leads by example.
• The ability to analyze financial results and data and take appropriate action.
• Flexibility and adaptability regarding changes to work, re-prioritization and managing multiple projects.
• The ability to understand the business implications of decisions and the ability to strive to improve organizational performance.
• The desire to assist others, to meet their needs.

The discipline to perform regular monitor, control and accurate reporting for projects.

At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2023.

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [email protected] . Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

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Deadline: July 24, 2023

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