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 for more than 60 years. We are proud to be the steward of Canadian CANDU nuclear technology and to apply our extensive knowledge to service the BWR/PWR market. Our expertise includes: Nuclear Steam Plant (NSP) engineering, Balance of Plant (BOP) engineering, Plant Life Management and Extension, Retube Tooling Systems, Inspection and Maintenance Services, Steam Generator Replacement, Plant Equipment Refurbishment and Retrofits.
Our Nuclear Canada business is experiencing significant growth including new nuclear projects domestically and internationally. Located in southeastern Romania, Cernavoda is home to two operating 650 MWe CANDU 6 reactors, Units 1 and 2. Candu units are pressurized heavy water reactors designed to operate for 30 years, with a further 30 years available subject to refurbishment. This includes the replacement of key reactor components such as steam generators, pressure tubes, calandria tubes and feeder tubes. It involves removing all the reactor’s fuel and heavy water and isolating it from the rest of the power station before it is dismantled. Thousands of components, including those that are not accessible when the reactor is assembled, are inspected, and all 480 fuel channels and 960 feeder tubes are replaced during the high-precision rebuild.
The Unit 1 life extension project project began in 2017 and is currently in the final Execution phase. This phase, involves preparation of the main engineering, procurement and construction work, assessing, preparing and scheduling the activities to be carried out and obtaining all the authorizations and permits necessary to start the Construction works at site.
Purpose of Position
The Construction Manager will report to the Refurbishment Director, Cernavoda 1 Life Extension represent AtkinsRéalis in Romania and be embedded with our Construction Partner overseeing the construction planning activities on site, ensuring compliance with project plans, regulations, and safety standards. This role will require close collaboration with the subcontractors, the client, and engineering, procurement, and other project stakeholders. The successful candidate is expected to have significant experience in construction management specifically for Infrastructure, buildings and site support services.
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These responsibilities ensure that the deputy project director maintains high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency throughout the process.
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