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Project Pre-Execution Manager

NORTHLAND POWER
Toronto, CAN
Full-time
Hybrid
Discovered 1 months ago
Project pre-execution managementRenewable energy project developmentGas-fired power projectsConstruction cost estimatingProject controlsConstruction planning and coordination

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Company

Northland Power develops, owns, and operates energy projects supporting the global energy transition.

The company operates across Canada, the United States, Latin America, Europe, and Asia.

Role Overview

The Project Pre-Execution Manager prepares proposals for solar PV, wind, battery, and natural gas projects during development.

The role sets projects up for execution by managing cost estimates, schedules, budgets, pre-contract activities, due diligence, and handover.

Projects may range from $5 million to more than $800 million in construction capital expenditure.

Location and Schedule

  • The position is based at the Toronto head office or a regional office in Kingston, Halifax, or Calgary.
  • The schedule is four days in the office per week with one flexible day available to work from home.
  • Travel to project sites and vendor or equipment supplier facilities may be required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead early-stage activities, constructability reviews, design feedback, contracting strategy input, and project execution support.
  • Plan resources and coordinate specialized internal and external expertise.
  • Develop EPC contractor relationships and support EPC selection.
  • Support RFP tenders and EPC contract development for civil, mechanical, electrical, equipment, and services scopes.
  • Develop project execution plans, budget estimates, schedules, and cost optimization recommendations.
  • Support project due diligence, pre-construction activities, handover, and validation of execution assumptions.
  • Integrate governance requirements and use P6 and Microsoft Project to manage early-stage contract schedules.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Engineering, technical, or related degree is required.
  • At least ten years of experience delivering renewable energy and gas-fired power projects is required.
  • Experience planning and coordinating activities before construction execution is required.
  • Strong experience in logistics planning, cost estimating, and project controls is required.
  • Experience in renewable energy and/or gas-powered generation projects is required.
  • Strong construction knowledge, hands-on field experience, and large-scale construction contract management experience are required.

Professional Capabilities

  • The role requires strong communication, organization, problem-solving, influencing, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Candidates should be familiar with P6 and Microsoft Project and able to create and manage EPC, balance of plant, and equipment contract schedules.

Benefits

  • Benefits include RRSP matching, extended health, dental and vision coverage, paid parental leave, insurance, wellness resources, mental health support, and additional paid days off.

Additional Information

This is a replacement position.

Northland Power is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and accessible hiring process.

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