General Project Manager

Job Descriptions:

• Responsible for hiring of tradespeople, providing overall leadership and on-site field supervision and technical management, including direct supervision of on-site employees.
• Responsible for creating a budget and project schedule that meshes with the overall project schedule established by the site Project Manager, and directing and executing work according to the budget and project plan, while maintaining a safe workplace, and promoting and enhancing the company image.
• Provide overall management, administrative and technical direction for one or more projects
• Enforce company and project policies, main client interface, and are responsible for project performance including: budget/costs, schedule, quality and overall project status
• Plan a construction project and prepare a construction schedule in conjunction with the Project Superintendent
• Co-operate fully with the Project Superintendent to get the project completed
• Process contract drawings and specifications and make ensure that the building is built in accordance with these documents
• Prepare regular, timely and accurate billings for Owners, and ensure timely payment of subcontractor billings

Job Requirements

• Minimum of ten (10) years' experience in a trade supervisory position within the midrise/low rise residential building industry
• Understanding of architectural drawings and building codes
• Access to networks to hire, train and supervise staff and allocate responsibilities
• Working relationships and knowledge of material suppliers with Southern Ontario
• Able to estimate labour and material requirements and be accountable to stay within the project budget
• Able to develop, maintain and be accountable to a trade schedule that fits within the overall project timeline
• Able to order materials as required to conform to project schedule
• Able to recommend measures to improve productivity and quality
• Able to manage changes to schedule and cost effectively and report on same
• Able to ensure adherence with health and safety standards and report any issues
• Strong communication skills, knowledge of MS office, ability to prepare project documentation, agendas, meeting minutes and reports
• Familiarity with construction management and estimating software, working knowledge and experience with BIM software and Procore a definite asset
• Self-motivated team leader with organizational, leadership, time management and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s license