Project Controls Specialist in Peterborough

At BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. (BWXT NEC), we are committed to excellence in every business initiative. With over 500 workers across locations in Peterborough, Toronto, and Arnprior, BWXT NEC supplies nuclear fuel and fuel channel components, services, equipment and parts for the CANDU® nuclear power industry. We are recruiting for a Project Controls Specialist for our location in Peterborough, ON.

BWXT NEC's Fuel Handling and Engineered Solutions group is involved in the design, manufacture, development, testing, parts supply, and service of on‑power refueling, reactor maintenance, and nuclear medicine delivery tooling sold around the world. We aim to solve some of the Nuclear Industry’s most challenging problems. Today, BWXT’s equipment is being used in most of the nuclear power plants in Canada and is critical to delivering carbon free energy production and lifesaving medical isotopes.

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We require a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

Position Overview: The Project Controls Specialist (PCS) is responsible for the governance, procedures, tools, and best practices to be employed by the Project Management Organization (PMO); including the creation, maintenance, enforcing, auditing and reporting of such methods. With assigned projects, planning or executing, the Project Controls Specialist will collaborate with the Project Manager or be delegated the responsibility for various project or change initiation aspects such as scheduling, budgeting, and administrative organization.

Your Day to Day:

• Maintain and control the effective use and administration of the scheduling system(s).
• Advise and support project organization during planning phases of assigned projects.
• Execute and support project and change initiation activities in collaboration with the Project Managers.
• Audit and enforce the established governance, procedures, tools, and best practices through routine checks.
• Ensure integrity of project and portfolio data across various systems.
• Create, maintain, and utilize training materials for the scheduling system(s).
• Support and sometimes lead the continuous improvement of departmental governance, procedures, tools, and best practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of post‑secondary education in a field such as engineering, mathematics, or business.
• 5 years of related project controls experience in a project-based organization.
• Mastery of scheduling practices and concepts.
• Mastery of Oracle Primavera P6 and Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstratable understanding of project management fundamentals.
• Professional competency of English, in written and verbal forms.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in the nuclear energy production industry.
• Project Management Professional certification.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits - Including health, dental, vision, and disability coverage.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan and optional Company‑matched retirement savings plans.
• Flexible hybrid schedules and compressed workweek option available.
• Up to $5,250 USD per year through our Educational Refund Plan.
• Access to training, certifications, and growth opportunities.
• Gym membership discounts and access to mental health support programs.
• Diverse, inclusive, and supportive culture.
• Engage in team‑building activities organized by our Social Committee.

The base salary range for this position in Ontario at the start of employment is expected to be between $80,000 and $118,000 per year. However, the total compensation package may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits.

BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants. BWXT Nuclear Energy Canada Inc. is committed to fostering an accessible, fair, and inclusive environment where all employees are able to access goods while being respected and supported.