Manager, Major Projects Corporate Interface

Competition Number: NLH-RE-24-122

Line of Business: Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro

Work Location: St. John’s

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Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is focused on delivering safe, reliable service to power our customers. We are a company of people who work hard behind the scenes for our customers, the people and businesses of this province. We pride ourselves on being strong and steady, tried and true; while innovating in our approaches to our business. We value our employees, we take care of each other, we recognize excellence, we respect individuality and we work hard to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace. People who work at Hydro feel like they’re part of a community and we give back to the communities where we live and work to make them stronger. We’re looking for passionate and performance focused people – people who want to make a difference for our customers and who share our values.

Manager, Major Projects Corporate Interface

• Competition Number: NLH-RE-24-122
• Status: Permanent
• Location: St. John’s

General Duties:

Under the direction of the Director, Major Projects and Asset Management, the Manager Major Projects Corporate Interface will lead the development and implementation of change management strategies, action plans, and communication plans for the Major Projects department. As the primary point of contact, you will use strong leadership to manage and optimize interactions between Major Projects and various corporate departments, specifically overseeing the implementation of change initiatives. This position will develop and maintain key relationships with internal stakeholders at all levels across the business including executives and representatives from corporate departments to determine their needs. You will ensure effective collaboration and alignment by defining associated roles and responsibilities and points of contact for all interfaces in delivering required outcomes. This position is responsible to inform and make day-to-day decisions relating to change management for the Major Project department. Working with corporate groups, the Manager will develop action plans, track them to completion, facilitate effective communication, and negotiate terms as necessary with departments to ensure internal alignment and support to deliver project requirements. The position will steward development of tools and systems required for major projects and links to corporate systems. The Manager will establish processes for reporting, provide recommendations for critical interfaces, and work closely with appropriate sections of the People and Culture team to ensure relevant parties are informed and engaged throughout the change process. The Manager will also identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within or affecting major projects and collaborate and liaise with other departments to optimize workflows, eliminate redundancies, while effecting change and growth.

Qualifications:

The successful incumbent will have a bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, organizational development, or a related field, with 7 – 10 years of relevant experience with complex multi-discipline projects or positions that require effective interaction with a wide variety of business functions within a complex organization. Change management training and/or relevant experience in this area is required. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered. Applicants should be self-motivated, proactive, and possess strong understanding of organizational dynamics and corporate structures. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills are required as well as project management and decision making skills.

CLOSING DATE: September 13, 2024

Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro manages our province’s electricity system. We are a company of people who work hard behind the scenes because we know our customers are counting on us. Through our generation, transmission and distribution operations, we’re committed to meeting the needs of our customers and providing residents, businesses and communities across the province with safe, reliable power. For more information, visit www.nlhydro.com.

Our company values diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from diverse candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

Submit your application online. Please quote the competition number with your application. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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