Employment Opportunities
SDP has negotiated a site collective agreement with representatives of the Iron Workers Union, Local 764, Carpenters Union, Local 579, and Labourers’ Union, Local 1208. The three unions have formed the Council of Construction Trades Inc. to represent construction workers who will work on the project. These unions represent approximately 90% of the expected trade hours required for the project. The Council has arranged to source any additional required skilled trades for the project from the various building and construction trade unions within the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. For any employment inquiries about working on the project, please contact your provincial trade union representative.
In addition to skilled trades, SDP is also actively recruiting for the following positions for the West White Rose Project, qualified applicants interested are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter electronically.
SDP00000 | General Employment Application
SDP General Partnership welcomes all applications to the project.
Should you not see a role you’re qualified for, please submit your resume online through this channel. Should your application match a future need we’ll be in contact with you.
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SDP00021 | Formwork General Superintendent
SDPGP is the prime contractor for the construction of the Concrete Gravity Structure for Cenovus Energy’s West White Rose project. The company is a general partnership created for the sole purpose of completing this contract and consists of SNC Lavalin as lead partner, Dragados and Pennecon. CGS construction is taking place entirely in dry dock at the construction site located in Argentia, NL.
Responsibilities
The Formwork General Superintendent (FS) will:
• Focus on and contribute to an SSHE mind-set and performance within the SDP construction organization.
• Participate in supervision and the overall safety and quality of the formwork and access on the CGS.
• Ensure implementation of all SSHE requirements and safety roles are established for the department and all subcontractors involved with the department.
• Ensure proper implementation of all procedures and work packs related to formwork and access operations.
Main Tasks and Deliverables
• Ensure all scaffold and formwork installation were per the drawings and meet NL OH&S regulations.
• Manage changes in installation of the formwork and access systems via working with the on-site engineers.
• Plan and schedule upcoming formwork and access operations.
• Ensure correct equipment and tools are in place.
• Ensure correct person power are in place.
• Create daily reports, review timecards, LDR and Cost reports for all operations.
• Work closely with craft team members and develop a team environment.
Qualifications
• Technical degree or diploma in an engineering or related field. An equivalent combination of training and work experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 10+ years’ experience in installation and management of access systems.
• Familiar with unionized work environments and project collective agreements.
• Ability to prepare work plans and ensure they are aligned for access operations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability work well within teams.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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SDP00021 – Formwork Superintendent – Job Description -2022
Companies and contractors hiring for the West White Rose project are required to follow the principles set out in the Atlantic Accord legislation, which requires that “individuals residing in the Province shall be given first consideration for training and employment in the work program”.
SDP is equally committed to providing access to employment of qualified candidates to ensure an equitable and diversified workplace.
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SDP00023 | Concrete Superintendent #2
SDPGP is the prime contractor for the construction of the Concrete Gravity Structure for Cenovus Energy’s West White Rose project. The company is a general partnership created for the sole purpose of completing this contract and consists of SNC Lavalin as lead partner, Dragados and Pennecon. CGS construction is taking place entirely in dry dock at the construction site located in Argentia, NL.
Responsibilities
The Concrete Superintendent (CS) will:
• Focus on and contribute to an SSHE mind-set and performance within the SDP construction organization.
• Participate in supervision and the overall safety and quality on the CGS.
• Ensure implementation of all SSHE requirements and safety roles are established for the department and all subcontractors involved with the department.
• Plan and schedule work related to concrete materials composition, project requirements, specifications, schedules, and budget.
Main Tasks and Deliverables
• Supervise crews at various locations and ensure the overall quality of the concrete operations.
• Ensure implementation of all procedures and work package related to the concrete work.
• Establish plans to maintain the project schedule and to perform work according to the projects requirements and Canadian regulations.
• Follow up the concrete works on slip form and non-slip form operations according to implemented procedures.
• Follow up on the daily concrete activities to ensure quality standards are met.
• Coordinate day to day operations and liaise with related departments to ensure concrete schedules are maintained.
• Assist with preparation and execution of various concrete operations, including concrete pours, epoxy injections, epoxy coatings, etc.
• Procure necessary tools and equipment required to carry out all concrete operations.
Qualifications
• Technical degree or diploma in an engineering or related field. An equivalent combination of training and work experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 10+ years’ experience in installation and management of concrete systems.
• Familiar with unionized work environments and project collective agreements.
• Ability to prepare work plans and ensure they are aligned for concrete operations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability work well within teams.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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SDP00023 – Concrete Superintendent – Job Description – 2022
Companies and contractors hiring for the West White Rose project are required to follow the principles set out in the Atlantic Accord legislation, which requires that “individuals residing in the Province shall be given first consideration for training and employment in the work program”.
SDP is equally committed to providing access to employment of qualified candidates to ensure an equitable and diversified workplace.
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SDP00028 | QC-QA Civil Inspector
SDPGP is the prime contractor for the construction of the Concrete Gravity Structure for Cenovus Energy’s West White Rose project. The company is a general partnership created for the sole purpose of completing this contract and consists of SNC Lavalin as lead partner, Dragados and Pennecon. CGS construction is taking place entirely in dry dock at the construction site located in Argentia, NL.
Responsibilities
The QC-QA Civil Inspector (QC-QA-CI) will:
• Ensure the development and preparation of all project quality requirements are implemented and managed.
Main Tasks and Deliverables
• Assist with the implementation of HSE requirements and issues within Civil QC group.
• Ensure quality requirements are known, understood, and followed within area of responsibility.
• Ensure that project quality requirements are implemented and managed.
• Evaluate material and test results on a continuous basis and advise construction on production improvement.
• Provide quality reporting as required.
• Assist with the preparation and implementation of QC Civil procedures and plans.
• Ensure that regular inspections and tests are being performed and reported.
• Identify critical quality issues in a proactive manner to facilitate improvements.
• Ensure good subcontractor relations, both internal and external.
• Assist production team with quality and performance matters.
• Assure fabrication records from inspections and tests are being prepared and verified.
• Report non-conforming products and assist in corrective actions.
Qualifications
• Graduate of Civil Engineering or Engineering Technology program or a combination of related work experience and training.
• Minimum 2+ years’ QC Civil experience on heavy civil construction projects, preference will be given to candidates with concrete and/or rebar/post
tensioning experience.
• Basic computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel and the use of Adobe Acrobat and/or Bluebeam
• Ability to work shift work (eg. 14/7) and dayshift/nightshift.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined and/or constricted spaces.
• Must have physical agility to climb/descend ladders and stair towers, as well as access various elevated work platforms.
• Candidates must have strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within an integrated project team.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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SDP00028 – QC-QA Civil Inspector – Job Description – 2022
Companies and contractors hiring for the West White Rose project are required to follow the principles set out in the Atlantic Accord legislation, which requires that “individuals residing in the Province shall be given first consideration for training and employment in the work program”.
SDP is equally committed to providing access to employment of qualified candidates to ensure an equitable and diversified workplace.
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SDP00042 | Project Planner
SDPGP is the prime contractor for the construction of the Concrete Gravity Structure for Cenovus Energy’s West White Rose project. The company is a general partnership created for the sole purpose of completing this contract and consists of SNC Lavalin as lead partner, Dragados and Pennecon. CGS construction is taking place entirely in dry dock at the construction site located in Argentia, NL.
Responsibilities
• Co-ordinate the project planning process within area of responsibility.
• Maintain the process for proactively managing the critical path.
• Work with the Project leads to determine overall project schedule and planning development plans & priorities.
• Provide timely variance analysis and an early warning to construction management on critical or near critical activities.
Main Tasks and Deliverables
• Coordinates and tracks multiple key projects and tasks.
• Maintains a resource loaded and networked program schedule for on-going and special projects that can be utilized to analyze resource allocations, mission
completion dates, and “what if” analysis.
• Tracks and updates personnel and projects progress and critical path on a daily basis.
• Creates tracking reports for various levels of management.
• Coordinates project schedules and recommends appropriate lead-lag times.
• Plans workload for multiple project management teams and de-conflicts resources.
• Provides forward looking schedule analysis to Management.
• Interfaces between senior management, Construction Managers, and Lead Project Coordinators to gather data and adjust scheduling parameters.
• Contributes to program proposal preparation efforts.
• Works with project subcontractors to communicate scheduled task and schedule variances.
Qualifications
• Bachelor degree in Engineering
• Minimum of 5+ years of pertinent experience in planning and scheduling, or an equivalent combination of education and experience of large scale civil
projects
• Experience in similar roles for planning of major projects in road / transportation, dams or construction of large civil structures
• Excellent Primavera skills
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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Project Planner – Job Description – SDP00042 – 2022
Companies and contractors hiring for the West White Rose project are required to follow the principles set out in the Atlantic Accord legislation, which requires that “individuals residing in the Province shall be given first consideration for training and employment in the work program”.
SDP is equally committed to providing access to employment of qualified candidates to ensure an equitable and diversified workplace.
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SDP00053 | Change Coordinator
SDPGP is the prime contractor for the construction of the Concrete Gravity Structure for Cenovus Energy’s West White Rose project. The company is a general partnership created for the sole purpose of completing this contract and consists of SNC Lavalin as lead partner, Dragados and Pennecon. CGS construction is taking place entirely in dry dock at the construction site located in Argentia, NL.
Responsibilities
The Change Coordinator (CC) will:
• The Change Coordinator (CC) will:
• Support our construction team on our Project site in Argentia, NL.
• Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Change Coordinator will coordinate with all members of the project team to ensure that all changes to the project
baseline schedule and budgets are captured, recorded, approved and implemented within the project controls tools.
• Follow the well-established procedures for cost coding, change management, contract management.
• Ensure all changes are properly documented in writing, in accordance with the established procedures.
• Coordinate with the Project Team members for the collection of data, evaluate and assess the overall cost impact of any changes on engineering,
procurement and construction and report the conclusions the appropriate Managers.
Main Tasks and Deliverables
• Log all New Changes with appropriate status.
• Coordinate with the appropriate Manager to expedite any changes that have not been started.
• Coordinate with and expedite the Project Team Members in preparing detailed trend estimate for timely submissions to the Client.
• Ensure that the completed Trend has all the required signatures before submission to the Client.
• File all back up, working files, and approved files on in appropriate folders.
• Maintain the latest dollars / hours / status information in the Change / Logs.
• Organize / send invites for the change management meetings.
• Notify the appropriate Project Team Members once a change has been approved/rejected / cancelled.
• Maintain Register and Meeting minutes.
• Prepare a monthly summary report highlighting trend statistics, including how many days it between initiation, submission, and approval of each change.
• On a monthly basis, ensure that the Log balances to the monthly difference.
Qualifications
• Technical college diploma or engineering degree or a recognized business program
• 7+ years’ experience within project controls, in consulting and/or contracting environment on EPC/EPCM project/s
• Strong computer skills and firsthand experience working with project management systems
• Highly effective organization and planning skills
• Excellent analytical and communications skills
• Proven ability to work well independently, demonstrating initiative and follow-up
• Authorization to, lawfully work in Canada without sponsorship.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing
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SDP00053 – Change Coordinator – Job Description – 2022
Companies and contractors hiring for the West White Rose project are required to follow the principles set out in the Atlantic Accord legislation, which requires that “individuals residing in the Province shall be given first consideration for training and employment in the work program”.
SDP is equally committed to providing access to employment of qualified candidates to ensure an equitable and diversified workplace.
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SDP00063 | Field Coordinator
SDPGP is the prime contractor for the construction of the Concrete Gravity Structure for Cenovus Energy’s West White Rose project. The company is a general partnership created for the sole purpose of completing this contract and consists of SNC Lavalin as lead partner, Dragados and Pennecon. CGS construction is taking place entirely in dry dock at the construction site located in Argentia, NL.
Responsibilities
The Field Coordinator will:
• Provide technical interpretation of plans and specifications and provide general assistance to site construction supervision.
• Coordinate inspections with consultants and authorities as required by the contract.
Main Tasks and Deliverables
• Order construction material and equipment as required.
• Monitor general earth work activities, concrete form work and rebar installation for conformance to structural drawings.
• Review shop drawings for conformance with the contract and ensure information is communicated to field supervision.
• Provide assistance in the prevention of quality problems and in the resolution of problems.
• Perform and document visual in process/dimensional inspections
• Perform and record material verification as required, acquire all mill test reports.
• Perform and report on incoming inspection of materials received.
• Report all non-conformances as detailed by the Quality Assurance System and procedures.
• Participate in the investigation of non-conformances and corrective action resolution as
required.
• Prepare/inspect and verify the completion of all construction punch-list items.
• Assist operations in the development of work plans and procedures ensure processes and procedures are followed.
• Liaison with the on-site quality inspectors and document control coordinators and assist as necessary with preparation of RFIs, NCR’s, construction
method
statements, etc.
• Work as a member of the site management team and work cooperatively with management
and site supervisory staff.
• Ensure conformance with applicable engineering, quality, safety and environment standards.
Qualifications
• Technical degree or diploma in an engineering or related field. An equivalent combination of training and work experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 10+ years engineering experience specific to CGS construction
• Experience with concrete production, distribution and placement
• Candidates must have strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within an integrated project team.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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Field Coordinator – Job-Description – SDP00063 – 2022
Companies and contractors hiring for the West White Rose project are required to follow the principles set out in the Atlantic Accord legislation, which requires that “individuals residing in the Province shall be given first consideration for training and employment in the work program”.
SDP is equally committed to providing access to employment of qualified candidates to ensure an equitable and diversified workplace.
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SDP00074 | PreCast Superintendent
SDPGP is the prime contractor for the construction of the Concrete Gravity Structure for Cenovus Energy’s West White Rose project. The company is a general partnership created for the sole purpose of completing this contract and consists of SNC Lavalin as lead partner, Dragados and Pennecon. CGS construction is taking place entirely in dry dock at the construction site located in Argentia, NL.
Responsibilities
• Focus on and contribute to an SSHE mind-set and performance within the SDP construction organization
• Coordinating and overseeing all precast work.
• Participate in supervision and the overall safety and quality on the precast operation.
• Ensure implementation of all SSHE requirements and safety roles are established for the department and all subcontractors involved within the team.
• Plan and schedule work related to the precast operation, project requirements, specifications, schedules, and budget.
Main Tasks and Deliverables
• Ensure implementation of all procedures and work packages related to precast work are followed.
• Ensure that precast operation activities are executed in accordance with specifications budget and time schedules.
• Assist with preparation and execution of various precast operations, including formwork & rebar installation, MMO, crane lifts and concrete pours.
• Understand what tolerances need to be met within the different areas of the precast operation.
• Monitor and supervise all the different teams to ensure compliance of work.
• Responsible to monitor construction productivity and schedule performances and investigate reasons for less than satisfactory performance. Provide
recommendations and institute measures for improvement.
• Responsible for reading, understanding and interpreting construction drawings.
• Follow up on the daily precast activities to ensure safety and quality standards are met.
• Procure necessary tools and equipment required to carry out precast operations.
• Ensure correct person power is in place for all areas of work.
Qualifications
• Minimum of 10+ years’ experience in installation and management of formwork, rebar, concrete and MMO operations.
• Precast operations experience is an asset.
• Proficient with MS office word and Excel.
• Familiar with unionized work environments and project collective agreements.
• Ability to prepare work plans and ensure they are aligned for precast operations.
• Great deal of Attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability work well within teams.
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PreCast Superintendent – Job Description – SDP00074 – 2022
Companies and contractors hiring for the West White Rose project are required to follow the principles set out in the Atlantic Accord legislation, which requires that “individuals residing in the Province shall be given first consideration for training and employment in the work program”.
SDP is equally committed to providing access to employment of qualified candidates to ensure an equitable and diversified workplace.
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SDP00075 | Access Superintendent
SDPGP is the prime contractor for the construction of the Concrete Gravity Structure for Cenovus Energy’s West White Rose project. The company is a general partnership created for the sole purpose of completing this contract and consists of SNC Lavalin as lead partner, Dragados and Pennecon. CGS construction is taking place entirely in dry dock at the construction site located in Argentia, NL.
Responsibilities
The Access Superintendent (AS) will:
• Focus on and contribute to an SSHE mind-set and performance within the SDP construction organization.
• Participate in supervision and the overall safety and quality of the access on the CGS.
• Ensure implementation of all SSHE requirements and safety roles are established for the department and all subcontractors involved with the department.
• Ensure proper implementation of all procedures and work packs related to access operations.
Main Tasks and Deliverables
• Ensure all scaffold and formwork installation are per the drawings and meet NL OH&S regulations.
• Manage changes in installation of the access systems via working with the on-site engineers.
• Plan and schedule upcoming access operations.
• Ensure correct equipment and tools are in place.
• Ensure correct person power are in place.
• Collaborate with the Formwork Superintendent.
• Create daily reports, review timecards and Cost reports for all operations.
• Work closely with craft team members and develop a team environment.
Qualifications
• Minimum of 10+ years’ experience in installation and management of Access systems.
• Knowledge of PERI formwork system or equivalent.
• Experience with steel formwork would be an asset.
• Familiar with unionized work environments and project collective agreements.
• Ability to prepare work plans and ensure they are aligned for formwork/access operations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability work well within teams.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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SDP00075 – Access Superintendent – Job Description – 2022
Companies and contractors hiring for the West White Rose project are required to follow the principles set out in the Atlantic Accord legislation, which requires that “individuals residing in the Province shall be given first consideration for training and employment in the work program”.
SDP is equally committed to providing access to employment of qualified candidates to ensure an equitable and diversified workplace.
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SDP00079 | Commercial Coordinator
SDPGP is the prime contractor for the construction of the Concrete Gravity Structure for Cenovus Energy’s West White Rose project. The company is a general partnership created for the sole purpose of completing this contract and consists of SNC Lavalin as lead partner, Dragados and Pennecon. CGS construction is taking place entirely in dry dock at the construction site located in Argentia, NL.
Responsibilities
The Commercial Coordinator (CC) will:
• Maintain engineering change responsibilities matrix in engineering database.
• Coordinate and communicate requests for information to ensure Project milestones are met and committed costs are not exceeded.
Main Tasks and Deliverables
• Perform all duties and promote themselves in a manner that reflects SDP’s Expectations and its Visions/Values.
• Follow and abide by all government, Legal, SDP’s rules and regulations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and cost reduction activities.
• Coordinate and communicate request for information as well as initiating Engineering Changes (FEC process) with the engineering database.
• Coordinate all costs, feasibility and timing from all related departments in a timely manner.
• Prepare FEC cost submissions and perform cost vs. sales analysis to ensure profitability of project.
• Coordinate information requests responses to the customer including implementation date information.
• Collect and prepare final costing package including supplier information as required.
• Work closely with engineering administrators with reviewing of customer’s approvals for accuracy.
• Review purchase requisitions with FEC’s to review that costs are covered.
• Assist with the coordination and preparation of continuous improvement business cases.
• Coordinate FEC audits among customer, supplier and SDP.
• Maintain customer correspondence through written and verbal communication.
• Coordinate and communicate special material requests with all relevant parties to ensure accurate and timely completion of all requests.
• Maintain logs with all relevant information.
• Prepare cost submission including performing a cost vs. sales analysis as required.
• Providing Customer with any new service part numbers.
• Responding to Customer RFQ’s with quotes for new service parts.
• Properly organizing SPD’s information.
Qualifications
• Degree or college diploma or equivalent combination of relevant education and applicable work related experience.
• Experience working with business applications (budget, business plans and quotations).
• 3-5 years’ experience in an engineering environment, specifically in the construction or offshore industries or a comparable heavy industry, preferably as
a CC
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of Commercial Contracts, plans and construction industry.
• Committed to practicing dispute avoidance strategies as part of a professional practice.
• Working knowledge of federal and provincial legal and regulatory requirements affecting management of Subcontracts on the WWRP such as labour and HSE.
• Experience working in purchasing or contract management systems.
• Strong skills in Excel and basic Microsoft Office programs.
• Familiarity with construction commercial processes.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with varying seniority levels, including staff, managers and external partners.
• Willingness to periodically travel to the Argentia, NL site.
• Project experience considered an asset.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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Commercial Coordinator – Job Description – SDP00079 – 2022
Companies and contractors hiring for the West White Rose project are required to follow the principles set out in the Atlantic Accord legislation, which requires that “individuals residing in the Province shall be given first consideration for training and employment in the work program”.
SDP is equally committed to providing access to employment of qualified candidates to ensure an equitable and diversified workplace.
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SDP00086 | HSE Advisor
SDPGP is the prime contractor for the construction of the Concrete Gravity Structure for Cenovus Energy’s West White Rose project. The company is a general partnership created for the sole purpose of completing this contract and consists of SNC Lavalin as lead partner, Dragados and Pennecon. CGS construction is taking place entirely in dry dock at the construction site located in Argentia, NL.
Responsibilities
The HSE Advisor (HSEA) will:
• Responsible to Plan, deliver, direct and coordinate all training activities of the project to maximize and maintain the functions necessary to support the project.
Main Tasks and Deliverables
The HSE Advisor (HSEA) will:
• Conduct training/safety meetings.
• Participate in incident investigations.
• Monitor construction work and behavioral based intervention programs.
• Complete regular safety inspections and perform audits of safety system.
• Provide guidance to personnel concerning regulatory and compliance issues.
• Collaborate with marine operations, engineering and construction personnel in the development of plans, operating procedures and field operations.
• Assist in risk assessments.
• Influence workforce’s personal behavior to lower risk tolerance.
• Mentor staff and craft personnel to safely complete assigned tasks.
• Analyze activities on site to identify trends in key performance indicators.
• Act as a team player with entire SDP HSE team.
Qualifications
• Degree/diploma in relevant discipline.
• Industrial construction experience.
• Working knowledge of OH & S legislation.
• Accredited Health and Safety Certification or Canadian Registered Safety Professional Certification is a definite asset.
• Superior verbal/written communication skills and interpersonal skills, as well as a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and to work effectively within an integrated project team.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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SDP00086 – HSE Advisor – Job Description – 2022
Companies and contractors hiring for the West White Rose project are required to follow the principles set out in the Atlantic Accord legislation, which requires that “individuals residing in the Province shall be given first consideration for training and employment in the work program”.
SDP is equally committed to providing access to employment of qualified candidates to ensure an equitable and diversified workplace.
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SDP00084 | Contracts Administrator
SDPGP is the prime contractor for the construction of the Concrete Gravity Structure for Cenovus Energy’s West White Rose project. The company is a general partnership created for the sole purpose of completing this contract and consists of SNC Lavalin as lead partner, Dragados and Pennecon. CGS construction is taking place entirely in dry dock at the construction site located in Argentia, NL.
Responsibilities
The Contracts Administrator (CA) will:
• Negotiate and develop Subcontracts and Service Agreements on behalf of the Project for goods, services, or other contractual obligations;
• Manage Subcontractors and service providers to ensure Project milestones are met and committed costs are not exceeded.
Main Tasks and Deliverables
• Work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Manage the competitive bid process on RFQs from EOI through to award; negotiate Terms and Conditions as part of the process.
• Draft Service Agreements and build Subcontracts.
• Vendor Management including progress monitoring, schedule and cost mitigation, and working with various stakeholders to resolve problems and disputes.
Stakeholders may include suppliers, Engineering and Construction, Cost and Finance, the Senior Management Team and the client.
• Ensure Subcontractor and Procurement compliance with Project policies and procedures and with relevant regulations, laws, and industry standards.
• Cost stewardship and reporting duties.
• Maintain records and filing systems to ensure a complete record and to ensure compliance with Project policies and procedures and with best practices
in
Contracts and Finance.
• Formal Closeout of packages and agreements.
• Contribute to the team’s efforts in the Continuous Improvement of Project processes.
Qualifications
• Degree or college diploma in business administration or equivalent
• 3-5 years vendor management experience in an engineering environment, specifically in the construction or shipbuilding industries or a comparable heavy
industry, preferably as a CA
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of Contract Management
• Committed to practicing dispute avoidance strategies as part of a professional practice
• Working knowledge of federal and provincial legal and regulatory requirements affecting management of Subcontracts on the WWRP such as labour and HSE
• Experience working in purchasing or contract management systems
• Strong skills in Excel and basic Microsoft Office programs.
• Familiarity with P2P processes.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with varying seniority levels, including staff, managers and external partners.
• Willingness to periodically travel to the Argentia, NL site.
• Project experience considered an asset.
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SDP00084 – Contracts Administrator – Job Description – 2022
Companies and contractors hiring for the West White Rose project are required to follow the principles set out in the Atlantic Accord legislation, which requires that “individuals residing in the Province shall be given first consideration for training and employment in the work program”.
SDP is equally committed to providing access to employment of qualified candidates to ensure an equitable and diversified workplace.
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SDP00126 | Shift Lead
SDPGP is the prime contractor for the construction of the Concrete Gravity Structure for Cenovus Energy’s West White Rose project. The company is a general partnership created for the sole purpose of completing this contract and consists of SNC Lavalin as lead partner, Dragados and Pennecon. CGS construction is taking place entirely in dry dock at the construction site located in Argentia, NL.
Responsibilities
The Shift Lead (SL) will:
• To supervise and manage all CGS operations and activities related to the construction processes during the designated operating shift or specific areas
of the CGS.
• To support corporate business objectives and ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and environmental standards, policies and regulations.
Main Tasks and Deliverables
• Ensure safety of all employees and contractors working in operating unit or department by driving continuous improvement towards a true safety culture.
This includes supporting all corporate safety programs; developing SOP’s, identifying and eliminating hazards, and enforcing all safety rules.
• Ensure compliance with all standards and programs (safety, environmental, quality, maintenance and manufacturing policies and procedures) during the
designated operating shift.
• Follow and support construction or departmental activities of the site business plan with minimal guidance, deploy and communicate goals, objectives
and performance measures related to area of responsibility.
• Supervise employees within each department or SDP’s team.
• Responsible for training, performance management preparation and communication of work schedules, and daily work assignments. Includes duties from
staff and self-development, coaching, counseling on performance feedback, up to initiating and assisting with corrective action.
• Assist and participate with hiring, interviewing, selection and orientation process.
• Prepare detailed reports and maintain records and documentation according to guidelines in a timely and accurate manner.
• May participate in cross-functional teams, such as production meetings, safety committee and site business teams.
• Drives specific process improvement, cost reduction and continuous improvement projects, as directed.
• To supervise and manage all aspects of site operations and activities related to the construction processes during the designated operating shift or
specific areas of site.
• Report promptly to appropriate managers/departments when upset conditions occur on shift or within area of responsibility. Take appropriate mitigating
actions to ensure employee safety, site and environmental protection, product quality, and shipping schedules. Investigate causes of upset conditions
to prevent re-occurrence.
• Ability to manage and work with outside contractors.
• Attend all supervisory training.
• Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations, including maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
Qualifications
• Degree or diploma in a related field, or a related combination of training and experience.
• 10+ years in construction environment.
• 2+ years supervisory/management experience
• Or any equivalent combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.
• Knowledge of construction processes, continuous improvement processes and their effect on cost of production
• Knowledge of correct application of systems and processes that ensures continuous improvement (safety, maintenance, quality and manufacturing).
• Understanding of safety and environmental requirements.
• Ability to interpret and apply HR, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures
• Demonstrated oral and written communication and analytical skills problem solving skills.
• Ability to effectively manage time and resources.
• Ability to effectively implement change.
• Ability to develop effective partnerships within and outside of manufacturing
• Ability to interpret and apply corporate policies and procedures.
• Ability to motivate, coach, lead and train direct reports through daily job assignments, team meetings, etc.
• Ability to operate computer and supporting software programs.
• Ability to effectively manage conflict
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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SDP00126 – Shift Lead – Job Description – 2022
Companies and contractors hiring for the West White Rose project are required to follow the principles set out in the Atlantic Accord legislation, which requires that “individuals residing in the Province shall be given first consideration for training and employment in the work program”.
SDP is equally committed to providing access to employment of qualified candidates to ensure an equitable and diversified workplace.
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SDP00119 | QC-QA Mechanical Inspector
SDPGP is the prime contractor for the construction of the Concrete Gravity Structure for Cenovus Energy’s West White Rose project. The company is a general partnership created for the sole purpose of completing this contract and consists of SNC Lavalin as lead partner, Dragados and Pennecon. CGS construction is taking place entirely in dry dock at the construction site located in Argentia, NL.
Responsibilities
The QC/QA Mechanical Inspector (QCQA-MI) will:
• Ensure the development and preparation of all project quality
requirements are implemented and managed.
• Ensure completions of inspections, examinations and reporting
findings as required by governing codes, standards, specifications
and project quality plans or inspection & test plans.
• Create and implement ITPs relative to Piping and Structural
Installation.
• Monitoring of Welding program.
Main Tasks and Deliverables
• Provide QA/QC experience for execution of the project work scope
• Assist with the preparation and implementation of QC Procedures and
Plans
• Verify material test reports to ensure code & client requirements
are met
• Visual inspection of pressure piping & structural steel welding.
• Monitoring welding parameters, dimensional checks, maintaining
material traceability, and verifying welder qualifications
• Ensure that regular inspections and tests are being performed and
reported
• Ensure quality requirements are known, understood, and followed
within area of responsibility
• Provide quality reporting as required
• Identify critical quality issues in a proactive manner to facilitate
improvements
• Ensure good subcontractor relations, both internal and external
• Liaise as required with client quality assurance personnel for
project related quality activities / inspections
• Assist production team with quality and performance matters
• Assure fabrication records from inspections and tests are being
prepared and verified
• Assist with internal and external audits as required
• Report non-conforming products and assist in the development of
corrective actions & their implementation
• Perform sub-system/ system walk downs with client representatives
for final turnover to client / commissioning
• Progressively populating turnover documentation and ensuring all
turnover documents are completed and acceptable for submission to
client for final acceptance
Qualifications
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering / Technician, Welding Engineering
Technician or related field.
• CWB certified Level 2 Welding Inspector to CSA W178.2 with ASME
B31.3 & CSA W47.1/W59 code endorsements.
• Minimum 5 years of field experience in performing QA/QC oversight,
monitoring, surveillance and inspection activities on large-scale
construction projects.
• Experience working with Non Destructive Testing (NDT) methods.
• Experience preparing documentation of mechanical works for offshore
structures.
• Candidates must have strong communication skills and the ability to
work effectively within an integrated project team.
• Ability to work at heights.
• Able to work in confined spaces.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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SDP00119 – QC-QA Mechanical Inspector – Job Description – 2022
Companies and contractors hiring for the West White Rose project are required to follow the principles set out in the Atlantic Accord legislation, which requires that “individuals residing in the Province shall be given first consideration for training and employment in the work program”.
SDP is equally committed to providing access to employment of qualified candidates to ensure an equitable and diversified workplace.
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SDP00133 | Deputy Completions Lead
SDPGP is the prime contractor for the construction of the Concrete Gravity Structure for Cenovus Energy’s West White Rose project. The company is a general partnership created for the sole purpose of completing this contract and consists of SNC Lavalin as lead partner, Dragados and Pennecon. CGS construction is taking place entirely in dry dock at the construction site located in Argentia, NL.
Responsibilities
The Deputy Completions Lead (DCL) will:
• This position will ensure quality documentation related to the work is completed, compiled, validated and tracked to closure and finally handed over to Husky in the form of MRB’s. It will also take on the development role in Completions for future opportunities to support and lead Completions.
Main Tasks and Deliverables
• Development of the work pack closeout process
• Be a focal point or Completions management tools and interfacing
with vendors and IT for solutions of issues.
• Track and monitor the redline process as well as work with Document
Control to ensure processed.
• Work pack closeout ensuring accurate and most up to date revisions
are included.
• Coordination with the project Mechanical Completions group to plan
and facilitate MMO completion activities
• Work pack development
• Workface planning
• Participate in MMO planning sessions
Qualifications
• Coordinate Completions deliverables with the
Construction/Engineering /Quality/Subcontractor teams including
close out and sign-off punchlist items;
• Expedite Completions deliverables;
• Ensuring CGS components for turnover and completion are transitioned
in a timely and organized manner;
• Managing completion punch lists and ensuring timely completion of
outstanding work and TO documentation;
• Providing input into weekly and monthly reports with regard to the
status of system completions;
• Coordinate walk-downs of completed scope at site between
Construction /Engineering /Quality team and Client representatives;
• Coordinate the acceptance of Completions documentation including,
but not limited to, Mechanical Completion Certificates, Punchlist,
Static and Dynamic Commissioning Certificates, Handover
certificates, etc.
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SDP00133 – Deputy Completions Lead – Job Description – 2023
Companies and contractors hiring for the West White Rose project are required to follow the principles set out in the Atlantic Accord legislation, which requires that “individuals residing in the Province shall be given first consideration for training and employment in the work program”.
SDP is equally committed to providing access to employment of qualified candidates to ensure an equitable and diversified workplace.
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SDP00135 | Concrete Mix Manager
SDPGP is the prime contractor for the construction of the Concrete Gravity Structure for Cenovus Energy’s West White Rose project. The company is a general partnership created for the sole purpose of completing this contract and consists of SNC Lavalin as lead partner, Dragados and Pennecon. CGS construction is taking place entirely in dry dock at the construction site located in Argentia, NL.
Responsibilities
The Concrete Mix Manager (CMM) will:
• Be required to be on site overseeing Mix design development to
make adjustments to the mix to meet the specifications.
• Required to be on site during continuous pours to check that batch
quantities are within tolerances.
Main Tasks and Deliverables
• Required on site during trial works to ensure adjustments of mix
for site specific conditions such as;
• Pump-ability issues.
• Concrete flow issues.
• Issues with finishing of concrete slab surfaces.
• Slowing/speeding up of slipform operations.
• Make adjustments to air content based on site testing.
• Minor adjustments to the mix based on the Construction Dept. requirements (i.e. mix too wet, mix too dry, make adjustments to set time,
etc.).
• Needed on site for permanent works during continuous pours for adjusting the mix as referenced above, as well as to make adjustments for
environmental conditions such as;
• During ‘hot’ weather when slick lines heat up and pumpability of the mix becomes an issue.
• Oversight of concrete temperatures based on ambient placing temperatures and thickness of the elements being poured.
• Adjust set retarder based on curing temperatures.
• Report daily operations of the batch plant to the General Construction manager.
• Manage the Batch Plant Subcontractor with respect to ensuring there is adequate materials on site for each Pour.
• Ensure there is a daily log of everything batched from the batch plants.
• Oversee the testing subcontractor.
• Review all data/logs from the testing subcontractor.
• Check for trends, inform SDP Construction manager, off site mix specialist, and ensure all agreed to adjustments are put in place.
• Prepare reports as required by SDP.
• Coordinate and manage the mix monitoring specialists.
• Coordinate any thermal monitoring studies.
• Work with the construction on planning and support/advise for upcoming pours.
• Ensure batch plants are kept notified of upcoming pours and that the supplier is properly prepared.
Qualifications
• Bach. Engineering Degree or Diploma Engineering Technology with at least 10 years working experience.
• A minimum of five years’ previous experience in (field and lab) construction quality control testing, including experience in concrete.
• Must have thorough knowledge of engineering practices and economic principles, calculation methods, design details, international codes and
standards, procedures, and specifications.
• Exceptional analytical, problem solving, planning, and organizing abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills combined with a positive, team-oriented attitude.
• Preference will be given to those candidates with experience in fabrication and holders of recognized related quality certificates.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
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SDP00135 – Concrete Mix Manager – Job Description – 2023
Companies and contractors hiring for the West White Rose project are required to follow the principles set out in the Atlantic Accord legislation, which requires that “individuals residing in the Province shall be given first consideration for training and employment in the work program”.
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SDP00136 | Civil Completions Lead
SDPGP is the prime contractor for the construction of the Concrete Gravity Structure for Cenovus Energy’s West White Rose project. The company is a general partnership created for the sole purpose of completing this contract and consists of SNC Lavalin as lead partner, Dragados and Pennecon. CGS construction is taking place entirely in dry dock at the construction site located in Argentia, NL.
Responsibilities
The Civil Completions Lead (CCL) will:
• The role of Completions Lead will be responsible for the timely and
accurate delivery of design completion and deficiencies and develop
a practical completion’s delivery program for their discipline.
Strong attention to detail combined with the ability to meet tight
deadlines will be critical in this role, ensuring work is completed
right the first time.
Main Tasks and Deliverables
• Develop, implement and maintain the required turnover and completion
procedures and associated verifying documents.
• Work collaborate with the construction management team,
superintendents and project managers to ensure timelines are being
met as scheduled to meet the project substantial completion dates.
• Planning and tracking of all turnover and completions activities,
including the scheduling of required walks through collaborations
with the construction teams.
• Ensure that standards are being followed across multiple departments
in the Project with the highest level of accuracy ensuring work is
completed as planned according to the schedule.
• Provide insight and support to throughout the testing and
commissioning phase as required.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant Engineering discipline preferred.
• Working knowledge of heavy civil and testing requirements.
• Technical understanding of activities relating to the turnover and
completions components prior to commissioning.
• Thorough understanding of the Civil completion process of punch list
items and turnover procedures.
• Must possess a proven ability to prioritize tasks and meet scheduled
deadlines.
• Ability to understand and generate regular reports as required.
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SDP00136 – Civil Completions Lead – Job Description – 2023
Companies and contractors hiring for the West White Rose project are required to follow the principles set out in the Atlantic Accord legislation, which requires that “individuals residing in the Province shall be given first consideration for training and employment in the work program”.
SDP is equally committed to providing access to employment of qualified candidates to ensure an equitable and diversified workplace.
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Companies and contractors hiring for the West White Rose project are required to follow the principles set out in the Atlantic Accord legislation, which requires that “individuals residing in the Province shall be given first consideration for training and employment in the work program”. SDP is equally committed to providing access to employment of qualified candidates to ensure an equitable and diversified workplace.
