Project Manager Western Canada
Job Summary
As a Project Manager you will plan organize direct and control the work of construction sites to ensure they are completed on time within budget and at the highest level of quality.
- Read the technical and administrative specifications of the project to be executed;
- Acquire the necessary technical and administrative information from the persons involved during the submission;
- Obtain blueprints and specifications for construction and compare them to bid plans;
- Report changes to professionals and claim costs;
- Mentor and develop junior staff members providing guidance on project management best practices and career growth;
- Lead projects in uncharted territory developing innovative solutions when traditional approaches may not be sufficient;
- Obtain licenses and permits as needed for the execution of the work;
- Draft contracts and agreements negotiate terms and award them to subcontractors;
- Establish the schedule (dates main stages of construction constraints methodology) and / or the critical path of the project and monitor it weekly;
- Inform the superintendent of the project and discuss with him and the director of the proposed methods;
- Place orders for critical materials negotiate prices and prepare contract documents in collaboration with the construction manager for subcontractors;
- Coordinate and participate in various meetings;
- Establish and maintain a professional and continuous positive rapport with the client etc.
- Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or Civil Engineering Technology;
- Technical background with professional accreditation (./ CET) or combination of technical training and/or related experience;
- Related job experience of 5- 10 years with increasing levels of responsibility;
- Previous work experience in Civil Engineering Construction including dams powerhouse and generation stations bridges infrastructure and/or heavy civil construction is required;
- Previous work experience on an OPG project or powerhouse experience would be considered an asset;
- Advanced skills in communication and problem solving;
- Initiative and leadership;
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office MS Project and Bluebeam;
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task;
- Skilled in management negotiation communication and problem-solving;
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills;
- Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work;
- Bilingualism French/English is considered an asset.
- 4 weeks of annual vacation;
- Flexible group insurance program upon entry (health and dental components paid by the employer);
- Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP);
- 24 hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine);
- Training and development programs;
- Employee assistance program;
- Active social club and health and wellness committee;
- Diverse innovative and stimulating environment;
- A company built on values of respect integrity and a job well done;
- Firm recognized as one of Canadas Best Managed Companies.
Required Skills:
Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or Civil Engineering Technology; Technical background with professional accreditation (./ CET) or combination of technical training and/or related experience; Related job experience of 5- 10 years with increasing levels of responsibility; Previous work experience in Civil Engineering Construction including dams powerhouse and generation stations bridges infrastructure and/or heavy civil construction is required; Previous work experience on an OPG project or powerhouse experience would be considered an asset; Advanced skills in communication and problem solving; Initiative and leadership; Excellent knowledge of MS Office MS Project and Bluebeam; Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task; Skilled in management negotiation communication and problem-solving; Attention to detail and problem-solving skills; Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work; Bilingualism French/English is considered an asset.