Section Head

Are you interested in a new and exciting opportunity? We are looking for a Section Head to be accountable for construction and installation activities on assigned projects as well as various site construction initiatives. Does the idea of interfacing with contractors and CNL clients to provide field oversight, knowledgeable expertise and consistent/cost-effective services appeal to you? This position ensures that all applicable procedures are followed during construction activities, including all CNL Construction Management requirements. If you are interested, apply now!
What you will be doing!

Prioritize and assign CS resources to projects according to individual skill sets and capacity.

Provide review and comment on all project documents to ensure the construction process is being followed.

Assist with identifying training needs specific to project assignments.

Provide recommendations and feedback to the Construction Process self-assessment as required.

Ensure Observation and Coaching requirements are being met.

Responsibility 2 c: Ensure all incidents and/or conflicts are elevated/communicated to the appropriate person(s) in an efficient and timely manner.

Provide mentoring and coaching to Construction Superintendents as required.

Provide input into performance reviews for all Construction Superintendents.

Supervise and direct the activities of the Construction Superintendents, including the provision of day-to-day direction, guidance and support.

Assist with hiring as required.

Act as delegate for the Construction Operations Manager as required.

Ensure effective communication of all project updates and progress to the Management Team.

Provide technical expertise and feedback on construction management procedures as requested

What we are looking for:

Graduation from an Institute of Technology with a minimum of six years' experience in the field of construction, including five years as a supervisor (or equivalent leadership position)

Successful completion of a recognized apprenticeship in one or more relevant industrial trades and a minimum of one year applicable experience as a journeyman in that trade, plus five years' experience as a supervisor (or equivalent leadership position).

Must have worked in a Superintendent capacity (or similar position) for a minimum of 2 years and demonstrate understanding of the demands of the role, the intricacies of various project cycles and the regulatory and compliance requirements that are unique to construction activities.

Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret construction documents, technical specifications, contract condition documents and working drawings.

Have experience in the Building, Mechanical or Electrical trades.

Demonstrated supervisory and interpersonal skills

Demonstrate good conflict resolution skills and the ability to collaborate

Strong communication skills both verbal and written

Demonstrated working knowledge of applicable CNL processes/procedures, safety regulations and collective agreements would be considered an asset

Have a willingness to undergo additional training appropriate to the position (e.g., software applications, quality assurance, applicable codes, supervisory and team building skills)

Have high standards regarding safety and good housekeeping practices

Provide advice and mentoring to peers and other Project Staff

Effective problem-solving skills

Demonstrated knowledge of the National Building Code, Canada Labour Code, Canadian Electrical Code and Ontario OHS Act &Regulations for Construction Projects, and other regulations applicable to life safety (e.g., Asbestos, Lead, etc)

Security clearance eligibility required: Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United States and/or the United Kingdom.
Why CNL?
Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pace setters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

Work-life balance is an integral part of our overall health and well-being; at CNL, we value this.

We offer a complete total rewards package :

paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);

benefits effective day one, that's right, no waiting period;

tuition support

and a pension!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

Clean energy for today and tomorrow.

Restore and protect the Environment.

Contribute to the health of Canadians.

Location of Work - On-Site

This role is based out of CNL's Chalk River, which will be the designated workplace. CNL may require travel from time to time, as necessary.

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promote equity, diversity and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities.
CNL also supports a workplace environment and a corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity and Excellence, which encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects inclusive of accommodations for all employees.
CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist with whom you are in contact. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.
The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.
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