Technical Manager

Bessac, a trusted partner of VINCI Construction Grands Projets Canada on the Pickering project, is part of the VINCI Group, a worldwide leader in construction. Bessac specializes in underground works and tunneling solutions, bringing expertise in the design and execution of complex civil engineering projects. For the Pickering project in Canada, Bessac is hiring a

Technical Manager

What is the project?

The Pickering Nuclear Generating Station refurbishment program involves designing and building a new deep-water intake in Lake Ontario to improve the plant's cooling system. This will involve:

A5 km-long tunnel, built by a pressurized TBM (10.15 m diameter slurry TBM);

Two vertical shafts (onshore and offshore);

An offshore modular intake structure, resting on the lake bed.

The project is distinguished by its proximity to an active nuclear site, requiring rigorous standards of safety, planning and coordination.

What you will do:

The Technical Manager is responsible for managing and monitoring the technical activities of the project through communication and collaboration with different internal and external stakeholders. They will also develop and manage technical documentation, audits and inspections including on site.

Concretely, your tasks will be:

Manage technical activities and processes between different internal stakeholders including engineers, designer, buyers, and project leaders 

Review and validate project plans, specifications, and drawings to ensure technical accuracy and feasibility 

Monitor progress and performance of technical activities, taking appropriate action when needed 

Determine technical requirements and specifications in partnership with senior leadership and communicate them to relevant stakeholders, ensuring their proper implementation 

Respond to technical questions and issues and provide timely recommendations and resolutions 

Develop and manage technical documentation and reports used for plans, processes, and initiatives, including presentations, dashboards, and requirements documents 

Monitor construction activities through regular site visits to ensure compliance with project requirements 

Manage technical communication with external partners including consultants, subcontractors, and the construction team to integrate technical solutions 

Collaborate with project managers and cost controllers to monitor technical budget usage 

Conduct technical audits, inspections, and quality checks on deliverables 

Evaluate technical change requests and assess cost and schedule impact 

Ensure the project’s technical aspects meet safety, and environmental requirements 

Support the technical team by supervising their works and guiding them as necessary 

Your skills: 

10-15 years of experience in a similar function in large construction projects 

Civil or structural engineer degree 

Proven experience in maritime works orthe nuclear industry 

High capacity to work autonomously with minimal supervision 

Ability to communicate with cross-functional and external stakeholders 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

Strong interpersonal, problem-solving and decision-making skills 

High detail orientation with the ability to make and propose corrections 

Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team

What do we have to provide:

Gross annual salary between 120K and 150K. depending on experience and profile

Career development opportunities;

A cosmopolite and inclusive work environment;

Attractive and challenging project.