Project Manager

Job Descriptions:

• Manages the Project Team and oversees administrative functions and duties on all types and sized projects/scopes.
• Manages subcontracts, budgets, interfacing with the engineering design team and field staff to plan, execute, and problem solve
• Understand and actively manage client expectations, contract, and relationships
• Provide input on scheduling, design, commercial, legal and strategic meetings
• Read and understand obligations and responsibilities under the Prime Contract, and disseminate to the project team
• Participate, prepare and review tenders and contracts to achieve advantageous outcomes for a construction project while mitigating risks
• Review all Sub-Contract Agreements to ensure they have been prepared in accordance with company guidelines
• Prepare and review "Authority to Let” forms for the construction project to ensure the tender process has been thorough and in accordance with company guidelines, and the let amount is within our budget allowance
• Attend and chair handover meetings from the estimating team to the site delivery team
• Oversee total construction to ensure project is constructed as per design, budget, quality, and schedule
• Consult with designers / engineers when reviewing drawings and suggests value-added or alternative construction methods or materials
• Oversee the development and implementation of quality management plan and quality culture with stakeholder buy-in
• Review and assess new drawing submissions, administer change control procedures
• Provide strategic overview of design and document management process
• Manage change orders, coordinating with trades, processing, and assessing cost and schedule impacts, including for more complex estimates.
• Chair project meetings and ensures minutes are properly prepared / reviewed and promptly issued
• Manage the insurance needs of a construction project, including public liability, professional indemnity and contract works
• Continually and critically monitor all aspects of a construction project and determine the risk profile; determination strategies and actions to mitigate risks by way of a risk register
• Continually monitor and review the construction schedule and report risks and opportunities and provide periodic updates
• Facilitate the resolution of disputes
• Involved in and assists with overall project closeout, including document archival, maintenance and warranty manuals, deficiencies, and warranty work
• Assist with pre-commissioning or commissioning as required
• Assist project manager in creating and issuing tender packages and subcontracts and monitoring their progress
• Oversee, review, or perform weekly or monthly detailed project cost review: Labour Cost Reports (LCR), Project Cost and Forecast (PCF) reports
• Oversee and verify payment applications to clients and trade contractors, and monitors progress
• Support H&S team in ensuring that safety documentation is as per Ministry of Labour and Company requirements
• Create and influence safety culture as a mentor and model. Prepared to participate in safety committee and influences corporate safety policy and procedures
• Conduct job site tours and safety inspections and lead by example to ensure that policies, procedures, environmental programs and safety standards are followed
• Identify risk areas, and develop and implements mitigation plans

Job Requirements:

• 15+ years of progressive construction experience with multiple contract delivery types as a leader and mentor preferred
• Bachelor Degree or College Diploma in a relevant field
• Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred
• CCA Gold Seal strongly preferred
• CaGBC LEED ® Accredited Professional considered an asset
• Professional Membership in CIQS considered an asset
• Up-to-date Safety Certifications (e.g. Working at Heights, Fall Protection, H&S Awareness) preferred
• Extensive background in commercial and residential construction techniques, as well as contract administration, claims production and dispute resolution
• Experience with project management and/or scheduling software (Procore)
• Proven ability to handle a fast-paced work environment and enjoy working collaboratively and cross-functionally
• Ability to adapt to change quickly and be flexible in meeting competing deadlines
• Strong knowledge of the market including costs of labour and resources as well as the product market
• Proven ability to communicate efficiently and effectively lead teams
• Experience leading medium to large sized teams
• Ability to adapt to change quickly and be flexible in meeting competing deadlines
• Tactful and professional demeanor