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About the Role

As Project Pre-Execution Manager, you will play a crucial role in the successful preparation of proposals for solar PV, wind, battery, and natural gas projects during the development phase. You will work with our Safety, Projects and Development group (SP&D) to set these projects up during early-stage development to ensure they are ready for execution. Your key responsibilities include preparing cost estimates for construction capital expenditure on projects ranging from $5 million to over $800 million. Reporting to the Head of Project Execution, you will oversee the initial setup of the project schedule and budget, coordinate pre-contract activities, manage pre-construction tasks, facilitate the handover to project execution team, follow the project execution phase to validate the assumptions and support various historical aspects of the project. Additionally, you will manage the project due diligence processes and contribute to general business development and project execution efforts throughout different stages of the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with engineering, construction, development, and project support teams to lead early-stage project activities, including constructability reviews, design feedback for cost/schedule optimization, and input on contracting strategies.
Support the project execution stage by validating cost assumptions and providing historical context from the pre-execution phase.
Support the development of onshore solar PV, wind, battery, and natural gas projects, interfacing across technical and commercial areas.
Plan resources and coordinate specialized skills from internal or external expertise.
Foster strong relationships with EPC contractors and cultivate new industry partnerships to stay updated on the Canadian EPC landscape for informed selection.
Support RFP tenders for civil, mechanical, and electrical balance of plant scope, solar PV modules, batteries, wind turbines, gas turbines, and gas engines supply agreements.
Support RFP’s for EPC Contracts, including contract and exhibit development, project equipment, and services.
Develop innovative Project Execution Plans to meet Project Sponsor’s needs and Company objectives.
Develop project budget estimates, ensure clarity of construction costs for solar PV, wind, battery, and natural gas projects, and maintain an overview of project strategic fit.
Understand and use planning tools to continually control and optimize early-stage project costs and programs.
Identify value-add and profitability influencers and make recommendations to optimize project economics.
Support and integrate company system and governance requirements into the project management process based on international standards.
Create and manage scheduling of EPC, BOP, and Equipment contracts during early stages using P6 and Microsoft Project in collaboration with the PMO team.
Collaborate with all disciplines in the Toronto office and virtually across Northland remote locations.
Travel to project sites and vendor/equipment suppliers facilities as required.
Complete other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

Proven experience in planning and coordinating work activities in advance of construction execution.
Strong experience in logistics planning, cost estimating, and project controls.
Experience in a similar role within the renewable energy sector and/or gas-powered generation projects.
Strong understanding of construction practices, supported by hands-on field experience.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the administration and management of large-scale construction contracts.

Skills

Methodical and organized
Strong communicator
Proactive problem solver
Flexible
Influencing leader
Familiar with P6
Microsoft Project

Location

Toronto
Kingston
Halifax
Calgary

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

Minimum of 10 years of experience delivering renewable energy and gas-fired power projects

Education Level

Engineering, technical, or related degree

Salary/Compensations

$116,000.00 - $145,000.00

Benefits

RRSP matching scheme of 8%
Extended health, dental and vision benefits for yourself and your immediate family
Paid parental leave
Accident and Life Insurance
Disability benefits
Global Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Access to mental health resources
Floating days
Birthdays off
Three additional days off annually

About the Company

Northland is an enabler of change, united by a journey to transform the energy sector into the foundation for a sustainable future.
Early movers in the energy industry, adopting new initiatives that pave the way for communities across the globe towards a carbon-neutral landscape.
A different kind of independent power producer, acting as developers, owners, and operators at the forefront of the energy transition.
Expanded business across Canada, the United States, Latin America, Europe, and Asia to become a global leader.
Powered by people, with a focus on bringing together industry experts to find solutions with an entrepreneurial mindset.

Equal Opportunity

Northland Power is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a fair, inclusive and accessible environment.
We work to ensure our application process is accessible to all candidates.
If you require special assistance or accommodation during the hiring process, please notify a member of the HR Department.
We hire talented and passionate people from different backgrounds.
If you’re excited about a role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with this job description, we still encourage you to apply.
Learn more about our diversity, inclusion and belonging commitments.