Planning Director (Lead) – Nuclear Projects

About the role

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Planning Lead to lead planning and scheduling for a multi-billion-dollar, multi-phased nuclear program in Kincardine, Ontario. The role is primarily project-site focused, with a requirement of regular presence (3 days per week) at the site; hybrid arrangements are available. The company encourages applications from experienced nuclear professionals in Canada, the UK and other international markets, and relocation and visa sponsorship support may be available.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, challenge, maintain and update complex project schedules in Primavera P6, aligned with milestones and deliverables
• Analyze, report, justify and present schedules to C-Suite and Board levels
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and stakeholders to validate schedule logic and sequencing
• Monitor progress, identify variances and provide regular schedule performance reports and forecasts
• Support baseline schedules and integrate contractor schedules into the master project plan
• Conduct critical path and risk analysis, and develop EVM targets and reports
• Support QSRA and QCRA delivery, project meetings, resource loading and leveling, and compliance with project controls standards

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related field
• 15+ years of experience in project scheduling, with a focus on large-scale infrastructure and/or energy projects
• Minimum 10 years in a leadership or lead scheduling capacity
• Experience in nuclear or other highly regulated industries preferred
• Willingness to relocate or commute regularly to the project site

Required skills

• Proficiency in Primavera P6 (required)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills

What we offer

• Base salary range of $130,000 - $350,000 per year
• Health and dental coverage for you and dependents, including paramedical services
• Health spending account, RRSP option with company matching
• Learning and development budget and online learning tools
• Coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year
• Vacation, flex and sick days, and a flexible hybrid approach