Construction Project Manager - Joint Use Utility

Michael Page

Whitby, ON
$110,000-125,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

29 days ago
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This is an exciting opportunity to join an established sewer and water-main / utilities contractor and oversee the lifespan of multiple projects, providing leadership, managing costs, and potential risks.You will work with an established team of construction professionals, collaborating internally while managing relationships with third part stakeholders.Oversee the lifespan of each project, providing leadership, managing costs, and potential risks.Administration of awarded contracts, inclusive of the preparation and submission of monthly payment progress certificates, interpretation of the contract documents associated with the validity of additional work performed and its subsequent certification; meeting with project superintendents, consulting engineers, and owner to ascertain contract works completed for a specified period. Review in detail contracts including payment and hold-back terms prior to contracts execution and make necessary adjustments, alterations and inclusion in order to protect the company during the life of the contract.Key Responsibilities:

Overall multi-project management of all phases of construction to ensure safety, quality, budget, on-time, and profitable project completion;
Financial control and profitability for multiple projects. Prepare and review all construction cost reports and forecasts looking for early warning signs of potential risk and developing effective plans to overcome/mitigate;
Coordinating all works with the Field Supervisors to provide effective project management, leadership, support and problem-solving resulting in high-quality construction, efficient operations and the resolution of all issues relating to scheduling, staffing, suppliers, subcontractors, materials and equipment;
Representing the company at regular project meetings: working with Inspectors, Engineers and Client representatives to effectively resolve day-to-day project issues on a timely basis;
Identifying and recording potential revenue opportunities, tracking extras, additional works, change orders and helping to resolve any invoice and progress billing-related issues;
Strong and urgent leadership; setting a high bar for continuous improvements in both labour productivity and quality workmanship;
Using effective communication and interpersonal skills to achieve on-time project delivery at the lowest possible cost. Leadership by example;

· Drafting and submitting monthly payment certificates for approval;

Undertake Operational improvement projects;
Ensure and enforce compliance to all company, client and legislated safety policies and procedures;
Any additional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicantsJoin an established Construction Contractor|Oversee High Profile Utilities ProjectsKey Competencies

Leadership
Verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail
Business Perspective
Organizational Awareness
Confidentiality
Negotiation and procurement
Interpersonal and relationship building
Customer service oriented
Information management
Organizing & planning skills
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Initiative
Reliability
Stress tolerance due to fluctuations in workload - sometimes requiring overtime hours.

Education and Experience

10+ years experience as a Project Manager for underground utilities, joint use trench, electrical, etc. construction projects with knowledge of GTA and/or southern Ontario regional and municipal standards;
PMP designation is as an asset;
Subdivision servicing experience;
Ability to meet tight tender deadlines while maintaining accuracy;
Ability to work with minimum supervision;
Advanced knowledge of computerized industry standard estimating systems and MS Office.

Our client specializes in the installation of sewer and water-main systems, including road construction for private, residential developers as well as underground utilities. Although the company builds infrastructure; including pumping stations, trunk sewers, water-mains, and roads, their biggest satisfaction comes from the creation of exciting new communities for families to live. The company is a family-owned and managed business that specializes in building infrastructure, a trusted and respected partner in the development community for over three decades.Due to current growth, the company is looking to secure an experienced hands-on Project Manager to join their team who specializes in utility project management.Great environment to work in. Our client offers competitive remuneration and benefits, employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, career development opportunities, professional innovation within a family business atmosphere, and community support.Compensation package includes:

Health and Dental Benefits
Competitive vacation allotment
Travel compensation

Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Michael Page