PROJECT RISK AND CONTROLS OFFICER

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PROJECT RISK AND CONTROLS OFFICER

WINNIPEG, MB Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers!

Great Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Defined-benefit pension plan.
• Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life

and community.

• Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2 week period), depending on

nature of work, operational requirements and work location.

Manitoba Hydro is a leader among energy companies in North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's best as we continue to build a company that supports innovation, commitment, and customer service, while actively supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

We are seeking a Project Risk and Controls Officer to join our project services department. Under the general direction of the Project Risk and Performance Section Head, this position is responsible for developing, managing, and enhancing comprehensive risk registers, and leading the reporting on project controls and performance. This role ensures the implementation of advanced risk management strategies and maintains the divisional project controls plan and reporting necessary for successful project execution.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a specialized resource in the division, providing technical advice and guidance on a range of project risk, control, and

performance issues.

• Lead and facilitate risk workshops with project stakeholders to develop comprehensive risk registers for projects including

strategic and high priority initiatives, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative risk analysis techniques.

• Assist the Risk Management Lead in providing project contingency evaluations for high priority projects and preparing final

reports. Provide contract contingency assessments and analysis as required.

• Provide strategic recommendations on risk management throughout the development, evaluation, and execution phases of

the project to ensure adherence to the Risk Management Standard and the Contingency Development and Management Standard.

• Collaborate closely with the Project Management Division project managers and leaders to integrate advanced risk

management principles into project plans and strategies.

• In consultation with the project managers, plan, develop, and monitor projects performance management system including

cost performance index and schedule performance index, reports, and dashboards.

• Oversee and support project managers on managing the detailed project cost forecasts, earned value metrics, and reporting

based on sophisticated project controls data.

• Assist the Project Control Lead in maintaining a consistent work breakdown structure to support the project controls system

and mentoring staff on project risk and contingency assessments, project controls, and performance reporting.

• Coordinate with project managers, estimating, scheduling, and financial services teams to develop control accounts to

establish a baseline for project performance analysis.

• Collaborate with project stakeholders to develop, manage, and maintain advanced project controls content, ensuring

consistency with organizational objectives, and support the development and implementation of analytical tools and processes to advance project controls systems.

Qualifications:

• A two-year diploma in Technology from an educational institution of recognized standing plus completion of three accredited

courses in project management and courses in leadership, and a minimum of six years related experience. OR

• A certificate plus completion of four accredited courses in project management and courses in leadership, and a minimum of

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seven years related experience.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff.
• Knowledge of industry best practices with respect to project risk and project controls as well as cost and scheduling.
• Insight into the various project issues in general, with strong analytical skills to understand and determine the implication of

qualitative and quantitative information and data.

• Demonstrated experience in developing successful working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• PMP and/or AACE designation would be considered an asset.
• Experience in project control tools, risk management tools, and change management is an asset. A high degree of initiative

and an ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

• Experience in the implementation and administration of project controls as well as cost and scheduling techniques, including

ability to select and apply different progress measurement methodologies, would be considered an asset.

• Experience in project management of capital projects, including ability to demonstrate an understanding of the project lifecycle

from initiation to completion, would be considered an asset.

• Advanced skills in Excel, working knowledge in SAP, scheduling software (P6 and MS Project), PowerBI, and SharePoint

would be considered an asset.

• Must obtain and maintain a current Personnel Risk Assessment and a "Clear" security rating in accordance with Manitoba

Hydro policy P513.

• Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Training is required and must be completed prior to transfer date and renewed annually.

Salary Range

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $42.29-$58.35 Hourly, $81,036.54-$111,819.24 Annually.

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Visit to learn more about this position and to apply online. The deadline for applications is OCTOBER 29, 2024.

We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview.

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