
Project Manager
- Walkerton, ON
- Temporary
- Full-time
- Servicing new and existing accounts by providing project management, technical representation in sales calls, preparing and submitting quotations and estimates, responding to RFPs and responding to client service requests.
- Taking care of client relations dealing with concerns or process improvement, supervising, reporting, reviewing billing, providing QC/QA review of data and ensuring timely submission of reports.
- Developing manpower and equipment forecasts and work with administrative staff and Human Resources for appropriate personnel selection as well as responsible for equipment selection and procurement.
- Supervising the technical and resource coordination aspects of the job (will require site visits and field work and sometimes on-site location for a longer period of time).
- Directly supervising field staff and handling all aspects of personnel management – training, mentoring, coaching and discipline.
- Assessing current and future training needs in order to meet client demand and (assist in) developing an effective mentoring program.
- Writing or reviewing new inspection procedures or improve existing procedures by updating to new technology, the latest industry codes and/or client specifications.
- Assisting in technical issues, personnel and equipment needs as required
- Constantly reviewing and improving the process of pre-project planning, project documentation, project deployment and in project organization.
- Working with Quality Assurance personnel to help evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of our service delivery and to help determine corrective action where process or personnel deficiencies are identified.
- Assisting the Regional Manager to prepare budget and sales forecasts, develop business plans, and prepare reports, statistics, forecasts and financial accounts.
- Ensuring that all equipment assigned is kept in functional condition and maintained in accordance with corporate, industry and or client standards, policies and specifications.
- Working with field supervisors to increase organizational skills and working with field staff to increase productivity.
- Mentoring of new workers, or workers in an unfamiliar role.
- Overseeing and developing project schedules as required.
- Supporting vacant positions as required.
- Overseeing project specific job costing.
- Representing the region and Applus with outside groups, regulatory bodies, associations, and clients.
- Adhering to organizational policies and procedures, including but not limited to Applus Code of Ethics and Confidentiality Agreements.
- Other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary.
- Fundamental understanding of industry codes, regulations and practices, and strong reporting skills.
- Firmly adheres to the values and ethics of Applus. Exhibits honesty, discretion, confidentiality, and sound judgment.
- Excellent customer service focus, ability to quickly build strong working relationships with business partners and colleagues.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills matched with the ability to negotiate and build relationships with key stakeholders.
- A sense of urgency, good attention to detail, excellent organizational and analytical skills, pragmatic, eager to learn.
- Have the ability to establish and maintain effective and professional relationships with other management staff, employees, and the general public.
- Adapt in a fast-paced environment with the ability to manage competing priorities and multi-task with minimal supervision.
- Ability to problem solve including identifying issues and finding a resolution in a timely manner.
- Ability to excel in a team environment.
- Strong computer skills in MS Office and other software applications.
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Civil or other approved engineering discipline from an accredited College or University desired.
- Require a minimum of five years’ industry experience with CGSB certification in NDE Methods or equivalent and/or API/CWB.
- Formal project management training or education, (or willingness to enroll and complete such training).
- Strong industry knowledge of NDE is an asset.
- Equivalent industry experience combined with other formal training and accreditations may be accepted.
- Required to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid and dry/arid conditions in temperature extremes and inclement weather.
- Frequently required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials in various working environments.
- Commonly exposed to walking on slippery or uneven surfaces.
- Occasionally required to work in noisy/loud working environments especially on project sites.
- Required to work overtime during the week and weekend depending on project scope and work volume.
- Occasional to frequent travel will be required within Canada.
- Working conditions will vary between project locations.
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