Who We Are

Welcome to Bruce County! We are located within the traditional territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, which includes the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation and the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. We are a community where excellence, opportunity, and exploration come together amidst the natural beauty of Southwestern Ontario. Nestled between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, our community thrives in stunning landscapes, from tranquil rivers and iconic lighthouses to bright starry skies. Home to nearly 75,000 residents in predominantly rural communities, Bruce County offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big opportunities, Bruce County is a place where you can work, live, and explore to no end.

Guided by our vision of being a welcoming, thriving community committed to the well-being of current and future generations, Bruce County fosters innovation, sustainable growth, and collaboration. As an upper-tier municipality, Bruce County provides essential services that shape the daily lives of our residents across 12 towns and communities. Our responsibilities include housing, childcare, Ontario Works, infrastructure, paramedic services, and long-term care homes, as well as cultural and recreational programs through our libraries and museum. In everything we do, we uphold our core values: excellence, welcoming community, good governance, environmental stewardship, and financial sustainability.

As one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers, joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of public servants committed to making a meaningful difference. At Bruce County, you’ll find opportunities to grow your career, contribute to impactful solutions, and help shape a sustainable future—all while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle this remarkable region offers. Explore with us—your journey starts here.

What You'll Do

Reporting to the Commissioner, the Project Coordinator – Nuclear Energy is responsible for advancing the County’s engagement with Bruce Power (project proponent) on the Bruce C Project. This position will assist in providing timely information and input to Bruce Power, the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada, and the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission throughout the Impact Assessment Process. This project will liaise with municipal partners to coordinate information, collect data, complete research, and deliver outputs needed to support the County’s contribution to the Impact Assessment process. As the Bruce C Project progresses, the County will prepare for short-term and longer-term impacts which may include increased population, increased demand for infrastructure and services, and potential workforce pressures. This role will help assess community impacts and seek opportunities to advance community readiness initiatives related to the project.

Contract Duration: 18 months

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience
•Post-secondary education in Project Management, Public Administration, Economic Development or a related field
•Certification in project management is an asset
•Three years' experience in a project coordinator, project manager or related role
•Experience overseeing project budgets

Skills & Abilities
•Ability to identify issues and implement creative and strategic solutions to overcome problems
•Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret goals, objectives, and policies
•Demonstrated time management skills
•Demonstrated data and project management skills, including the ability to manage projects through all phases from start up to finish
•Demonstrated communication skills
•Demonstrated ability to interact with elected officials, government agencies, employers, residents and peers with diplomacy and tact
•Ability to hold sensitive information with a high degree of confidentiality
•Demonstrated ability to build and maintain lasting working relationships
•Effective leadership skills
•Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills
•Familiarity with County and local municipal service delivery

What We Offer

•Competitive Salary: $47.74 – $56.17 per hour
•Hours per week: 35
•Percentage in lieu of benefits
•Vacation pay
•OMERS pension with equal employer match
•Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Apply by: January 9, 2026

Join Us!

Your Career, Our Community: Let’s build a Welcoming and Sustainable Bruce County Together!

If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other opportunities. At Bruce County, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive, and genuine workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

We are dedicated to fostering an equitable, accessible, and welcome environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. Bruce County provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates, including those with disabilities, and ensuring that our recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes are barrier free and fully accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at employment@brucecounty.on.ca.

The successful candidate for this opportunity will be chosen based on their relevant education, experience, knowledge, and skills, as well as a competency-based interview and formal background reference checks. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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