Senior Project Engineer (Project Execution)

The Opportunity

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power - Capital Projects

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Type of Employment: Regular, Full Time

Closing Date: May 5, 2026

We are currently looking for a Senior Project Engineer to join our Capital Projects team in a permanent position. Reporting to the Manager Project Execution, this role will work with a team of technical and project professionals in the development and execution of complex capital projects and capital programs.

While primarily focused on existing Hydro and Wind assets, projects may also include supporting NS Power's Energy Delivery, Thermal Generation, and Real Estate teams with the execution of unique projects in alignment with NS Power's Project Delivery Model.

Key elements of this role include:

As a Senior Project Engineer:

• You will be responsible for the execution of projects assigned to the Capital Projects group in accordance with NS Power's Project Delivery Model. This includes but is not limited to the following activities:
  • Complete constructability reviews of project detailed design & budget
  • Managing contractors in accordance with NS Power's Contractor Safety Management Program
  • Ensuring all construction work is completed in accordance with all regulatory requirements and granted permits
  • Following and preparing documentation in accordance with NS Power's change management processes
  • Manage project budget and financial forecast
  • Perform and/or update economic analyses for different project alternatives
  • Communicating with and providing progress updates to various internal and external project stakeholders
• You will be required to collaborate with members of the following teams to ensure the projects are developed in accordance with company guidelines and successfully and safely implemented: Hydro and Wind Operations, Energy Delivery, Thermal Generation, Enterprise Asset Management, Environmental Services, Safety, Regulatory Affairs, and NS Power leadership
• You will champion safety excellence by proactively maintaining personal safety standards, safeguarding co-workers, and directing teams to rigorously comply with Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations, integrating safety and environmental considerations as foundational principles in project design and execution.
• You will be accountable for environmental management system processes and initiatives.
• You could be required to facilitate activities to produce project applications for internal and external regulatory approvals.

These skills will make you successful:

To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:

Education & Experience:

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil preferred)
• Professional Engineer with at least 7 years of experience
• Experienced engineering professional with strong analytical and project management skills
• P. Eng designation (or eligible for membership within 6 months)
• Knowledge of PMI methodologies, PMP certification and/or AACE recommended practices would be an asset

Skills & Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to travel to project construction sites outside of the Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) on a regular basis and stay locally as required to support a project
• Experience with the design, construction, operation, or maintenance of hydropower facilities would be an asset.
• Possess strong analytical, quantitative, and decision-making skills, knowledge of construction means and methods, and be detail oriented.
• Previous experience executing projects in environmentally sensitive areas and/or with the Mi'kmaq of Nova Scotia would be an asset
• Experience in risk management, change management, financial management, and schedule management would be an asset
• You must possess a valid driver?s license and be available to provide assistance for emergency service restoration

Personal Attributes:

• Possess strong and demonstrated communication and relationship skills, including an ability to work well with others at various levels of the organization, including NS Power Executive Leadership team, and with external contractors and consultants.

We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we've listed above, please consider applying.

Learn more about our culture and values

At the Emera Group of Companies, you'll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers.

If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by May 5, 2026 and let us know why this role is right for you.

The perks of joining our team? We offer:

• Flexibility: Hybrid work model with one flexible remote workday.
• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching, volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: Short-term incentive plan and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera

As one of Atlantic Canada's largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

Recruitment & Promotion Policy

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.