Job Category: Projects
Location: Saskatoon
Work Contract: Reg Full-Time (K1)
At Cameco we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Cameco stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Cameco is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers. support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Cameco welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.
About Us
Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to energize a clean-air world. Utilities around the world rely on our nuclear fuel products to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco’s corporate office is based in Saskatoon. We have mining operations and projects in northern Saskatchewan, Kazakhstan, the United States and Australia. We are also a leading supplier of uranium refining, conversion, and fuel manufacturing services from our operations in Ontario.
The Role
As a member of the technical services team, you will report to the Program Manager, Cigar Lake in the Saskatoon office. You will be responsible for leadership and quality execution of Cameco projects to ensure company goals and business objectives are achieved.
In this role, you will:
- Provide ‘Second-in-Command’ leadership for teams executing projects for the Cigar Lake Operation, supporting the Program Manager
- Lead, oversee and directly manage projects that may include construction of earthworks, pipelines, and pumping stations for ground freezing, construction of underground mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation infrastructure to support mining, and other projects as needed to support Cameco’s objectives.
- Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with management, operations, team members, and other key stakeholders
- Work with subject matter experts and ensure appropriate utilization to bring value and innovation to projects
- Ensure that project risks are adequately identified, addressed, and communicated to the leadership team
Required:
- A minimum of 10 years of combined work experience in progressive project management roles in a mining or heavy industrial setting
- Experience in executing all stages of the project lifecycle (i.e. initiation, planning and estimating, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, monitoring & controlling, etc.) to deliver green- and brownfield industrial projects
- Diploma or bachelor’s degree in a related field. An equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered.
- Ability to think creatively, facilitate solutions, and achieve results Thrive in a in dynamic environment, build trust, and maintain positive relationships with a wide variety of personnel
Recommended:
- PMP, trade certification, and/or professional engineering designation, or the ability to obtain the relevant certification
- Experience with modern digital project tools and LEAN methodologies
Conditions of Employment:
Cameco is proud to offer a competitive total reward package which includes:
- Competitive compensation program with base and variable pay
- Flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan with a health spending and personal spending account
- Fixed benefits including employee and dependant life, AD&D, disability benefits and paid vacation leave
- Employee & Family Assistance Programs
- RRSP and RPP matching program
- Career development opportunities
- Relocation costs
Cameco is an employment equity employer and aims to achieve gender parity, and as such, preference will be given to qualified members of equity groups. We are strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of experiences and encourage applicants with various levels of expertise to apply, as equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.
You will have the opportunity to work remote in this position. However, there will be the need for intermittent meetings in the Saskatoon office, travel to Cameco’s operations, and/or other facilities as required to perform the role. The details of this flex work arrangement will be discussed with you in the recruitment process.
This position is eligible for the employee referral bonus. You could earn $5,000 (less deductions) by referring the successful candidate.
Req ID #: 40253
Posted: October 31, 2024
Posting end date: November 21, 2024
Salary Range: $141,520 - $176,900
The physical and psychological safety of our employee’s is a top priority at Cameco. We invite candidates to voluntarily disclose accommodation requirements, if contacted in relation to a job opportunity. Information received will be addressed confidentially and Cameco’s Workplace Inclusion and Accommodation Program document is available upon request. Successful candidates for all positions that will work at Safety Sensitive Sites or Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. Marijuana remains in a user’s system for about 30 days, so applicants who recently used marijuana recreationally should not expect to pass a substance test.
