Want Director, Standpipe and Bunker Waste Retrieval System - Whiteshell - Remote in Oak Ridge, TN

Job title: Director, Standpipe and Bunker Waste Retrieval System - Whiteshell - Remote

Company: SNC-Lavalin

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Director, Standpipe and Bunker Waste Retrieval System ? Whiteshell - Remote



Why join us?



We are hiring! The Director, Standpipe and Bunker Waste Retrieval System ? Whiteshell is an integral part of our Nuclear Team. This position does not require relocation; however, it does require candidate to work on International Assignment in Ontario, Canada. Housing in Canada provided, and candidate will be able to fly home every two to three months, depending on business needs.



About Us



Atkins is one of the world?s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. Atkins has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. Atkins has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.



How will you contribute to the team?



Ensures appropriate execution of SBWRS project and oversee management of SBWRS contracts Projects.



Directs oversight and management of joint ventures contract strategies for waste retrieval operations.



Directs oversight of project staff responsible for the performance of the site-specific preparation activities.



Directs the personnel performing the scope of work, and implement project management including responsibility to plan, control and monitor the execution of all project work.



Manages budget responsibility for work ranging from $20M to $40M annually.



Forms financial decisions that have a large impact by strategically planning, maintaining, and governing.



Maintains a field presence to monitor activities and verify safe workmanship, quality, and procedure compliance.



Ensures project work is performed safely and in compliance with requirements of the Site License, QA Program and Facility Authority.



Coordinates prompt resolution of field problems and issues regarding safety, non-conformance reports, condition reports, stop work orders, and correct action reports.



Resolves complex issues that arise by addressing, executing, and guiding towards a resolution.



Plans by setting priorities, providing guidance and direction, and monitoring activity implementation.



Oversees all project operations, maintains budgeting responsibilities, and responsible for staffing own organization.



Provides detailed reporting and communication on project status, with emphasis on timely identification and resolution of issues and correcting variances to plans.



Develops relationships, engagement and consultation strategies/delivery plans to achieve corporate objectives and lead a structure approach to regular communications with stakeholders.



Manages day to day contact with the client and stakeholders and reports back through the organization to ensure alignment.



Provides oversight of safety, operational performance, quality, and business improvement.



Other duties as assigned.



What will you contribute?



BS degree in Engineering or relevant science discipline, from a university of recognized standing.



Minimum ten (10) years? experience in nuclear decommissioning.



Minimum ten (10) years? experience encompassing, radioactive waste packaging and transportation.



Minimum ten (10) years in a leadership role.



Experience and technical background sufficient to lead the planning and execution of nuclear waste retrievals and processing.



Demonstrated experience interpreting and understanding of complex project schedules.



Demonstrated business sense and financial knowledge to adequately plan, manage and monitor Division budgets to meet financial objectives.



Must have a strong grounding in the technical and regulatory dimensions of nuclear and conventional operations and program planning and demonstrated ability to apply regulations and standards appropriately and communicate same.



Financial understanding is required to review and manage financial performance requirements in a complex organization, to ensure the branch operates within budget.



Engineering background for complex mechanical equipment is a benefit.



Must be able to adhere to project budgets and schedules under pressure.



Must be knowledgeable of, and have experience in the use of, procurement, contractors and Service Agreements.



Planning and prioritizations skills are needed to meet established schedules and deadlines.



Demonstrated leadership to initiate and lead change processes.



Must have proven director level skills and possess above-average communication skills (written and oral) to effectively direct and work with others.



Highly motivated and eager to drive project to completion.



A working knowledge of federal and provincial regulations that impact on waste management, including those of the Nuclear Safety Act is an asset.



Must have good working knowledge of Canada Labor Code and safety standards, or strong willingness to learn.



Familiar with developing site waste management plans and directing the development of long-range forecasts for all waste activities, including characterization, packaging, survey, transport and disposal of radioactive waste, hazardous waste, mixed waste, recycle waste, on-site material management (e.g., soil stockpiling), wastewater management and municipal waste management.



Experience with all jurisdictional radiological waste transportation and disposal regulations is required.



Demonstrated business sense and financial knowledge to adequately plan, manage and monitor Division budgets to meet financial objectives.



Familiarity with various elements of project management systems and the tools used to plan, implement, track, and report on project performance.



Previous knowledge / experience with the workings and products of Primavera scheduling software, formal risk management frameworks and project scope breakdown and cost account structures would be beneficial.



Must be a U.S. citizen in order to be considered.



This position does not require relocation; however, it does require candidate to work on International Assignment in Ontario, Canada. Housing in Canada provided, and candidate will be able to fly home every two to three months, depending on business needs.



What we offer at Atkins:



At Atkins, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes:



Opportunity to work on various projects of various sizes



Competitive salary



Flexible work schedules



Group Insurance



Retirement Savings Plan with employer match



Employee Assistance Program (EAP)



Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program



If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!



Atkins is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.



Please review Atkins Equal Opportunity Statement here:



Atkins cares about your privacy and are committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data.



By submitting your personal information to Atkins, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.



Upon acceptance of an offer, all candidates must go through a drug screen test and background check. Atkins is a federal contractor which mandates a satisfactory background screening report and drug test that supersedes state laws.



Note to staffing and direct hire agencies:



In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, SNC-Lavalin family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.



Worker Type Employee



Job Type Regular



At SNC-Lavalin, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.



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