Project Lead (Technical Implementations)
One (1) Regular Position
Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
Competition #21443-2024

At NB Power we are a team, committed to offering the best customer experience, ensuring energy security, and accelerating a sustainable clean energy transition. Why? Because we're New Brunswickers too, we care about our customers and future generations, and today we are actively looking for a new member to join us.

As part of the Enterprise Project Management Office, the Project Lead is responsible for delivering comprehensive project management services and overseeing the capital and OMA projects. This includes managing project teams, costs, schedules, and risks to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Key Functions include:

• Oversee and manage all aspects of assigned projects, including defining project scope, allocating resources, and ensuring that deliverables are completed on time and within budget.
• Take primary responsibility for managing Tier 3 or Tier 4 projects, and for technology projects, oversee Tier 3, 4, or smaller business initiatives.
• Prepare and manage project scheduling, cost analysis, and contract administration for assigned projects, while also assisting in the execution of multiple projects as needed.

The ideal teammate will have:

• A bachelor's degree in computer science or computer engineering or related degree or a diploma from a 2-year technical program such as Computer, Software, Information Technology or Business Analyst or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible work experience in leading projects in technology sector using software development lifecycle.
• Experience in key areas of project management, including schedule development, cost estimation, cost control, risk management, and contract administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project and MS Office tools (Excel, Word and PowerPoint - Intermediate level)

Assets would include:

• Knowledge of Scrum or Agile Project Management techniques.
• Formal training in project management and knowledge of software development life cycle.
• Experience with Jira, other agile supported tools and ServiceNow.
• CAPM or PMP, or actively working towards one.

An equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be modified.

An Eligibility List generated from this competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level within a period of up to 12 months.

We care for our team, and as a member you will have access to:

• Health & Dental plans that provide flexible options to meet your needs.
• Health Spending Account, allowing for further flexibility.
• New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan, offering retirement financial security.
• Wellness options, including our Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Benefits that allow for financial protection in the event it is needed.
• Various options for paid or unpaid leaves.
• Representation of the IBEW Local 37 Union.
• Career development and growth throughout the organization.
• Competitive wages.

Could you be our next team member? Apply today!

Please ensure a resume and a copy of your degree/diploma/certificate are attached to your online application.

NB Power will accept foreign credentials as long as they are considered acceptable by a recognized Canadian educational institution. Candidates with foreign education credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Any applicable fees are the responsibility of the candidate. For more information, you may refer to the Canadian Information Centre of International Credentials at Canadian Information Centre of International. Credentials: https://www.cicic.ca/1374/obtain_an_academic_credential_assessment_for_general_purposes.canada

In order to be considered for this employment opportunity you must be eligible to work in Canada.

For questions concerning this job opening please contact Sulochana Battu at [email protected]

Please note that only applications submitted through the NB Power website will be considered, as the showing of our postings on various websites may not have been requested or approved.

Closing date: 11:59 p.m. AST, December 08, 2024

NB Power is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.