Project Manager, Major Civil Works

Job Posting Information

Project Manager, Major Civil Works
Regular position
Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
Competition # E22324-2026

At NB Power we are a team, committed to offering the best customer experience, ensuring energy security, and accelerating a sustainable clean energy transition. Why? Because we're New Brunswickers too, we care about our customers and future generations, and today we are actively looking for a new member to join us.

The Mactaquac Generating Station began generating electricity in 1968. Since the 1980s, concrete portions of the hydro station have been affected by a chemical reaction called alkali-aggregate reaction. The reaction causes the concrete to swell and crack and has required substantial annual maintenance and repairs. NB Power is proposing a project to ensure the station can operate to its intended 100-year lifespan with a modified approach to maintenance and adjusting and replacing equipment and concrete overtime.

As part of the Mactaquac Life Achievement Project (MLAP), this senior leadership position reports to the Executive Project Director and is responsible for all project functions related to the Civil Works portion of the MLAP. The role oversees multi-billion-dollar civil-related works in a highly collaborative environment, ensuring effective management of scope, schedule, and budget. The Project Manager, Major Civil Works works closely with the Turbine & Generator Works Project Manager, Technical Manager, Business Services Manager, Senior Construction Manager, as well as Safety, Quality, and Environment leaders to drive successful project delivery. The position is accountable to the Executive Project Director for the overall performance of the Civil Works project.

Key functions include:

• Leadership & Accountability: Lead all project functions for the Civil Works scope, overseeing scope, schedule, budget, contract performance, and alignment with MLAP leadership.
• Contract Delivery & Compliance: Manage all Civil Works contracts to ensure safe, timely, high quality execution; oversee risk, key performance indicators, regulatory compliance, and contractor performance.
• Contract Administration: Oversee documentation reviews, invoice validation, requests for information, change management, and payment certification for all civil contractors and designers.
• Planning & Controls: Develop and implement project planning, scheduling, cost controls, risk management, reporting, and coordination with Business Services.
• Strategic Leadership: Support decision making, dispute resolution, and provide weekly/monthly reports and presentations to the Executive Project Director.
• Team & Culture Development: Coach MLAP team members, foster a collaborative high performance culture, work within a matrix structure, and cultivate strong stakeholder relationships.

Our ideal teammate will have:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
• Registered Professional Engineer licensed in New Brunswick or eligible for immediate transfer
• 10 years of experience in mega construction projects (hydropower and heavy civil works is strongly preferred) including five years in major project leadership roles
• Experience in collaborative civil contract environments and with cost reimbursable target price contracts considered an asset
• Experience delivering projects in highly regulated environments, with strong strategic project management capabilities
• Proven ability to lead large multifunctional teams, manage contractors, meet schedule and budget requirements, and drive a one team culture
• Demonstrated capability in risk identification, mitigation, and cross functional communication
• Must be willing to work onsite at Head Office in Fredericton and travel to the Mactaquac Generating Station as required

An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be modified.

An Eligibility List generated from this competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level within a period of up to 12 months.

We care for our team, and as a member you will have access to:

• Health & Dental plans that provide flexible options to meet your needs
• Health Spending Account, allowing for further flexibility
• New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan, offering retirement financial security
• Wellness options, including our Employee Family Assistance Program
• Benefits that allow for financial protection in the event it is needed
• Various options for paid or unpaid leaves
• Career development and growth throughout the organization
• Competitive wages

Could you be our next team member? Apply today!

Please ensure a resume and a copy of your degree/diploma/certificate are attached to your online application.

NB Power will accept foreign credentials if they are considered acceptable by a recognized Canadian educational institution. Candidates with foreign education credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Any applicable fees are the responsibility of the candidate. For more information, you may refer to the Canadian Information Centre of International Credentials

To be considered for this employment opportunity you must be eligible to work in Canada.

For questions concerning this job opening please contact Melissa Morin at [email protected].

Please note that only applications submitted through the NB Power website will be considered, as the showing of our postings on various websites may not have been requested or approved.

Closing date: 11:59 p.m. AST, April 6, 2026

NB Power is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.