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Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Overview
AtkinsRéalis is one of Canada's largest private sector nuclear engineering groups. We have been providing a wide range of services to the nuclear industry in Canada and around the world since for more than 60 years. We are proud to be the steward of Canadian CANDU nuclear technology.
Candu Energy Inc., an AtkinsRéalis company has entered into an agreement with Ontario Power Generation (OPG) to deliver the Darlington New Nuclear Project (DNNP). The project is spearheading the deployment of the BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor (SMR), the first of its kind built in the western hemisphere, and due to be on the grid by the end of this decade. We are looking for individuals with a strong technical understanding and leadership to support ongoing construction activities.
The Field Technical Specialist (FTS) team operates as a critical interface between construction and site engineering office to facilitate efficiency in both the dissemination of technical information to construction and conversely construction information to site engineering. While the FTS organization does not possess design change authority, FTS perform much of the work face conveyance of information to support a design change. They also support the interpretation of technical information where required by the construction craft.
The Technical Manager for the FTS team provides functional management oversight and technical guidance (as required) to the multi-disciplinary team. The Technical Manager interfaces with operational stakeholders (Area Leads, Bundle Leads, Construction) to ensure adequate execution and resourcing strategies.
This role would require extensive time in a major industrial green field construction site environment. The team comprises Field Technical Specialists with following knowledge areas: Civil/Structural/Architectural, Mechanical (e.g. piping, equipment), Process Systems (e.g. liquid, air, thermal, HVAC), Electrical, Field Instrumentation
Your role
- Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team of Field Technical Specialists, ensuring effective coordination for complex site and field activities.
- Develop, implement, and enforce governance frameworks, procedures, and work instructions to maintain compliance and operational consistency.
- Collaborate with stakeholders, project partners, and technical groups to ensure field tasks meet performance, safety, and regulatory requirements.
- Provide technical direction to field teams while developing and executing staffing strategies aligned with project needs.
- Oversee team performance through coaching, monitoring, and formal reviews, while supporting skill development through training and mentorship.
- Maintain a strong job site presence, coordinate with operational stakeholders on resource execution, and identify opportunities for process improvements and cost efficiencies.
Location
Oshawa, Ontario, Canada
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-144943
Salary range
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About you
- Diploma or degree in engineering or construction technology, with 10+ years of major construction and design‑interface field experience, plus 5+ years in leadership (including 2+ in management).
- Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and quality assurance requirements, with adherence to strict safety, security, and regulatory protocols—especially within nuclear environments.
- Knowledge of NDE/CGSB, ASME/CSA welding standards, and broad engineering/construction principles, including project controls, procurement, and quality assurance programs.
- Excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to solve complex field‑level technical challenges and adapt to changing site conditions.
- Skilled in accurate documentation, reporting, and maintaining high construction and engineering quality standards.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities, including performance management, staff development, and thriving in dynamic, fast‑paced, multidisciplinary field environments.
OTHER ASPECTS (IF APPLICABLE):
- Primary work location will be at DNNP SMR site (Bowmanville, ON).
- Occasional alternative work locations, as required, in both the field and office may include OPG Corporate Headquarter (Oshawa, ON) and AtkinsRealis home office (Mississauga, ON).
- Eligibility to obtain Security Clearances is mandatory (Candu internal and Client organizations).
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Reward & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.
Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.
Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.
And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.
Make it brilliant, a career with AtkinsRéalis
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About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Additional information
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