Senior Project Manager

Are you a Project Manager, Manager or Engineer with the expertise required for overseeing the planning and completion of construction projects?

Job Summary

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for implementing the preconstruction, construction, commissioning, and project closeout phases of all projects with an emphasis on establishing and maintaining project controls and completing projects in a timely and cost-effective manner. He/she must have proven skills in negotiating, coordinating, and directing work of staff and subcontractors, and in developing strong working relationships with general contractor personnel, subcontractors, inspectors, and other related parties. The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for maintaining relationships in the construction community to provide market intelligence as well as ensure consideration for future business development opportunities. He/she will typically work on multiple projects simultaneously and must be able to work in a fast‐paced, multi‐task environment, balancing competing priorities and multiple project assignments.

Duties & Responsibilities Summary (Includes but are not limited to):

• Organize and manage multiple projects effectively, manage cost control systems, and review and analyse plans.
• Facilitate the bidding/negotiations/buyout process with general contractors, review all forms (bidding, construction, or other) of requests for information (RFI), examine and negotiate change orders, and review and comment on submittals.
• Manage jurisdictional and architectural design requirements, applicable codes, as well as all associated development/construction due diligence reporting including, but not limited to, environmental, boundary/ALTA survey, and geotechnical reporting.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‐paced, multi‐task environment, balancing competing priorities and multiple project assignments.
• Facilitate the development of cost estimates that include conceptual estimates prior to design as well as detailed time and materials estimates from design documents.
• Facilitate the development of pre‐bid CPM schedules from design documents.
• Analyse monthly construction contractor CPM schedule updates and develop progress payments based on schedule updates; assist with recovery schedules.
• Maintain company database relative to market conditions labour rates affecting job costs as well as projections required for deal pursuit.
• Independently write reports and correspondence.
• Develop complex spreadsheets and charts in Microsoft Excel and reports in Microsoft Word.
• Occasionally, develop and make presentations to groups to include clients and public meetings.
• Prepare and manage detailed project budgets and schedules and manage cashflows per plan.
• Identify risks early and present well thought out corrective action plans.
• Focus on improving the product to improve the bottom line.
• Communicate clearly and frequently with colleagues on relevant information and how colleagues fit into your project schedules.
• Understand how daily work impacts key corporate performance indicators and profitability; prioritize work accordingly.
• Manage resources efficiently and manage cashflows per plan.
• Consistently meet deadlines, which may require additional hours beyond a standard workday.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, engineering, architecture, construction, or related field.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience managing construction projects with emphasis in complex, fast‐ track, or phased project delivery.
• Strong working knowledge of construction methods, materials, and codes
• Proven track record of successfully completing construction projects on time and within budget.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and other technical drawings
• High degree of demonstrated organizational skills and problem‐solving ability.
• Exemplary attention to detail; focus on improving the product to improve the bottom line.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks to achieve both corporate and project goals.
• Articulate communication skills: verbal, pictorial, and numerical.
• Strategic thinking skills and client/business development experience.
• Identify risks early and present well thought out corrective action plans.
• Strong business acumen along with accurate and thorough analyses of costs and market conditions.
• Superior negotiating skills and a personable negotiator.
• Strong leadership skills and influencing skills, strong interpersonal skills and superior negotiating skills.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; scheduling software such as MS Project, Primavera, or other.
• Working knowledge of construction software programs, such as Procore, Buildertrend, Contractor Foreman

Applications

If you believe that you meet the requirements outlined above, kindly submit your cover letter and CV or Resume using the Apply Now portal for the attention of Rohan Malone, Senior Associate - Talent Acquisition.

Closing date for applications is November 14, 2024.