Project Excellence & Governance Manager

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose Feeding the Future is the reason we come to work each day. Were guided by our culture of care and our core values: safety inclusion integrity and results. When we say we care we mean it. Were creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe has a sense of belonging trusts one another and acts with integrity.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26000 employees we operate a world-class network of production distribution and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers needs and strive to provide a more profitable sustainable and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.

The Project Excellence & Governance Manager reports directly to the Senior Manager Capital Portfolio and is responsible for ensuring that the Potash Capital Portfolio consistently delivers its intended business value.

This role provides strategic leadership governance and coaching across the Potash Operating Segment by strengthening project management practices aligning processes with Nutriens Stage-Gate framework and enabling continuous improvement in capital project delivery. The position partners with Site Portfolio Managers Project Controllers and Project Managers to drive excellence ensure effective oversight and build organizational capability.

This position is located in Saskatoon Saskatchewan Canada and is not available for remote work.

Salary and title will be based on the level of education and experience of the candidate.

What you will do:

• Provide leadership governance and control to ensure efficient and sustainable implementation of all capital projects within the Potash portfolio.
• Drive standardization and continuous improvement of Nutriens capital processes across Potash sites through rigorous reviews of funding requests Stage-Gate deliverables and alignment with Nutriens project management framework.
• Resolve escalated issues and remove obstacles raised by Site Portfolio Managers Project Controllers and Project Managers.
• Consolidate project materials and prepare presentations for Senior Leadership Nutrien President(s) and the Board of Directors.
• Support the Potash capital PMO in defining strategic objectives developing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and tracking performance to ensure effective use of capital.
• Provide input during project initiation to ensure appropriate stakeholder engagement and technical reviews.
• Deliver clear insights and reporting to senior stakeholders positioning the portfolio to achieve business value and long-term strategic goals.
• Mentor coach and train Project Managers including assessment of competencies facilitation of front-end project development and delivery of project management training.
• Guide Site Portfolio Managers and Project Controllers across six key areas: Leadership Stage-Gated Project Management Training & Skills Development Project Analytics Risk Management and Cost Optimization.
• Engage motivate and inspire teams across the Potash Operating Segment to embrace change and continuously improve capital strategies governance practices and project management procedures.

What you will bring:

• Minimum 5 years of related technical and/or managerial experience in mining mineral processing or a comparable industrial sector (additional experience considered an asset).
• Proven track record in managing projects within an industrial facility.
• One of the following educational or professional backgrounds:
  • Bachelors degree in Engineering from an accredited university ( designation considered an asset).
  • Diploma in Engineering Technology or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) designation is considered an asset.
• Highly motivated leader with demonstrated ability to coach and develop people to maintain the highest levels of expertise and performance.
• Ability to succeed in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision while fostering collaboration across management teams sites and departments.
• Strong facilitation skills with experience delivering project management training.

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This job will remain posted until accordance with Nutrien policies you will be required to undergo a background check and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive only candidates under consideration will be must meet minimum age requirements as permitted by law.

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