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Can you see yourself providing end-to-end oversight of projects spanning federal nuclear Science & Technology (S&T), laboratory-directed research, and commercial work? Do you want to work in an environment where you will be responsible for balancing scope, schedule, budget, and performance while managing risks and opportunities? If you answered yes, then this may be the opportunity for you-apply today!\nWhat will you be doing!\nServing as Program Manager for Directorate support to the Federal Nuclear Science & Technology (FNST) Work Plan, the Lab Directed Science & Technology (LDST) Work Plan and commercial work within the Directorate. \nEngaging with organizations external to the Directorate.\nRepresenting CNL and the Directorate, particularly as they relate to the Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL) FNST Work Plan, LDST Work Plan, and Commercial projects.\nPartnering with line management on program contributors, and Business Development, developing proposals and work plans that address commercial and government sponsor needs.\nWorking with other S&T Heads of Directorate (HoD) and Program Managers to integrate overall goals and strategy across S&T into a cohesive plan of work for their respective purview.\nSupporting and working with S&T HoDs and Program Managers to assure the mission’s Resource Planning Needs are fully defined, understood, and maintained on a regular basis (includes staffing, supply chain, support services, and facility planning). \nManaging the program of effort for Directorate support to the Portfolio of work.\nNegotiating scope, schedule, budget and performance requirements with the sponsor and CNL line (execution) organizations.\nOverseeing the execution of funded program elements, ensuring that deliverables meet customer requirements and address priorities. \nFulfilling sponsor reporting requirements.\nUsing independent judgment and coordinating with Portfolio, Project Leads, Technical Leads, and Project Controls to identify potential portfolio and project risks, developing risk mitigation strategies, recommending risk acceptance/avoidance, and, when required, developing recovery plans for all aspects of the assigned programs.\nOther duties as assigned by your manager. \nWhat we are looking for:\n Education Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering from an accredited institution. An advanced degree is preferred.\nA PMP certificate from the Project Management Institute (PMI) is required, and a PgMP certificate from PMI is preferred.\n\nExperience 12 years of directly related project management and technical experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.\nExperience with and knowledge of nuclear tools, techniques, and procedures. \nDemonstrated experience interacting effectively with all levels of internal and/or external personnel; building trust, gaining consensus, and resolving conflicts.\nDemonstrated experience developing and nurturing effective internal and/or external customer relationships. \nDemonstrated experience working with Canadian Government programs.\nDemonstrated experience in leading the execution of R&D Projects, resource planning and allocation, risk management, EVMS performance, cost and schedule management, and strategic planning.\n\nKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesDemonstrated ability to absorb information and become knowledgeable in unfamiliar technical areas and environments. \nSkilled in technical, financial, and human management skills.\nDemonstrated ability to successfully manage a program and provide direction to a project team without direct line management. \nDemonstrated ability to work with and be knowledgeable of CNL and the Canadian Federal stakeholders with an interest in innovative nuclear technologies.\nExcellent oral, written, and presentation skills. \nExcellent negotiating skills.\nGeneral knowledge of the Federal Nuclear S&T Program and the Laboratory Directed S&T Program is an asset.\nGeneral knowledge of commercial nuclear technologies.\n\nSecurity Clearance Eligibility RequiredLevel 2 Secret requiresa minimum of 7 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.” \n\nWorking Conditions:\nWorking schedule: Five (5) days per week, seven and a half (7.5) hours per day for a thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hour work week.\n\nWhy CNL?\nDoes the idea of working with a dynamic team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world excite you? At CNL, we’re reinventing ourselves to be industry leaders-pioneering solutions to the problems that matter most.\nFrom building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy technologies, to developing targeted cancer treatments, to continuing our global leadership in environmental remediation -we are driven by impact, innovation, and purpose.\nWhat We Offer: A Total Rewards Package\nWe believe in taking care of our people. Here’s what you can expect as part of our team:\nPaid time off: vacation, sick, personal, and floater days\nBenefits effective Day One - no waiting period \nTuition support to help you keep learning and growing \nA defined-benefit pension plan or a defined-contribution pension plan, depending on your employee group, to support your long-term financial security\nDo Our Priorities Resonate with You?\nDelivering clean energy for today and tomorrow \nRestoring and protecting the environment \nContributing to the health of Canadians\nIf so, you’ll feel right at home at CNL!\nLocation: Hybrid\nLocated in the heart of the Ottawa Valley, our Chalk River site offers a beautiful natural setting with forests, lakes, and wildlife right at your doorstep. Surrounding communities such as Deep River, Petawawa, and Pembroke provide access to excellent recreation and a great quality of life.\nPlease note: This is a hybrid position, with a combination of remote work and onsite presence at our Chalk River Laboratory, Ontario.\nOur Commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion\nAt CNL, we are committed to fostering an environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate and welcome employees, stakeholders, and partners of all backgrounds and identities. Click here to read all about it!\nWe are proud to uphold a workplace culture grounded in our Core Values:\nRespect\nTeamwork\nAccountability\nSafety\nIntegrity\nExcellence\nThese values drive our employment practices and ensure meaningful career development opportunities and accommodations for all employees.\nCNL is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during any phase of the hiring process, please let us know via . All requests will be handled with confidentiality.\nCNL operates on sites located on the traditional lands, waterways and ceded and unceded territories of Indigenous peoples. CNL recognizes and affirms all First Nations, Métis communities and Inuit in this land we now know as Canada. We acknowledge, respect and seek to better understand Indigenous history, rights and title on the lands where we work and develop projects. 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