Position Overview
Reporting to and taking direction from the President, the Construction Project Manager is responsible for assisting with the overall planning, organization and coordination of construction projects and delegation to the construction team. This position helps to ensure projects are completed on time and within the allotted budget. This person is responsible for construction activities, reports on personnel, costs, scheduling and safety, and for ensuring high standards of workmanship and efficiency.
Primary Responsibilities:
Contract Administration
- Communicates effectively with contractors and coordinates with owners, consultants, and other key stakeholders
- Manages the contract process, including tendering, awarding of work, and updating trade lists.
- Executes RFI’s and site instructions, and reviews and processes invoices and progress claims.
- Collaborates with the accounting team to review subcontractor and supplier invoices and updates the project budget accordingly.
- Serves as a key link with clients, ensuring all deliverables meet quality standards before submission.
Scheduling and Team Management
- Organizes and manages project teams, including coordinators and contractors.
- Develops corporate schedules and plans for future projects, ensuring all parties are prepared.
- Establishes guidelines for Site Supervisors and Coordinators, and devises project work plans.
- Monitors construction activities, leads regular status meetings, and tracks project schedules.
- Collaborates with the site superintendent and President to review, update, and manage construction schedules proactively.
Estimating and Design Management
- Participates in project planning, budgeting, and resource identification.
- Negotiates with contractors to obtain estimations, pricing, product specifications, and warranties.
- Maintains strict adherence to budgetary guidelines, quality, and safety standards.
- Identifies opportunities to increase efficiency and reports to the President.
- Oversees the construction project from start to completion, ensuring compliance with Ontario building codes and structural soundness.
Quality Assurance
- Implements and maintains quality assurance protocols throughout all phases of construction.
- Conducts regular inspections and audits to ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications.
- Develops and enforces quality control plans, ensuring all materials and workmanship meet the required standards.
- Collaborates with the project team to address any quality issues promptly and effectively.
- Provides training and guidance on quality assurance practices to team members and subcontractors.
- Ensures all projects comply with industry regulations and client expectations for quality and safety.
- Other duties as required
Benefits:
- Comprehensive Health and Dental plan
- RRSP Matching
- Continuous Learning Program
- Career advancement opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Christmas break paid