JOB SUMMARY:

The Director, SMR Delivery is accountable to provide strategic leadership and direction across Engineering, Construction, Project Delivery and Regulatory Affairs. As a member of SaskPower’s Senior Management team, this position is responsible to organize, direct, and control the planning and execution function of the division with a focus on aligning departmental efforts to SaskPower’s strategic goals and objectives.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

•    Allocate material, human, and financial resources in order to implement corporate policies and programs, including the establishment of financial and administrative controls
•    Conduct and participate in strategic planning sessions independent from or in conjunction with senior leadership in order to set measurable targets for the department
•    Proactively anticipate, resolve, and prevent departmental issues using creative and practical solutions
•    Manage departmental resources effectively by identifying efficiencies and best practices for the department, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement
•    Deliver presentations to SaskPower’s Executive, Board of Directors, Government committees and/or private sector partners – including industry associations, vendors, and contractors regarding policies, programs or budgets
•    Oversee and manage the proactive engagement and professional development of leadership staff, ensuring adequate and appropriate succession planning
•    Promote a proud and productive environment for all employees by fostering engagement and establishing and modelling corporate values 
•    Other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

•    Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Commerce, Science or other related equivalent AND/OR;
•    Related professional designation(s) and/or certification(s) AND/OR;
•    Ten (10) years of extensive experience leading large-scale industrial projects, with demonstrated expertise in project scheduling and successful delivery
•    Understanding of the Canadian nuclear regulatory framework and ability to contribute to interpretations of regulations from regulatory agencies.
•    Team leader with the ability to foster and improve the long-term development and growth of a department and managerial staff  
•    Ability to apply a strategic focus to all areas of responsibility and manage innovative departmental practices in a continually changing environment
•    Ability to impact and influence employee engagement while building and maintaining effective relationships
•    Results oriented and strategic thinker with the ability to negotiate and manage complex and confidential issues with extreme sensitivity and professionalism
•    Ability to ensure a nuclear safety culture focused on a questioning attitude, accountability, and teamwork
•    Demonstrated skill in SaskPower’s competencies
•    Must have a continuing record of professional development

A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered