Project Director
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- Fredericton, NB
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provide a healthy and safe work environment for all employees, suppliers, and subcontractors operating under EBC’s authority;
- Conduct project profitability studies, prepare financial forecasts, analyze variances, and present results;
- Negotiate subcontracting agreements and ensure optimal supplier management;
- Manage the project schedule, tracking indicators, critical path, and ensure rigorous updates;
- Identify contentious issues that may affect project profitability and/or schedule, and implement appropriate corrective actions;
- Maintain a regular presence on construction sites, identify necessary corrective measures, and collaborate with the superintendent for implementation;
- Implement LEAN philosophy on job sites to optimize operational efficiency;
- Approve subcontractor and supplier invoices;
- Oversee the preparation of payment applications and ensure they are submitted to the owner;
- Ensure full project closeout (substantial completion, project closeout manual, release of holdbacks, etc.);
- Comply with EBC quality control requirements and the ISO program.
- Act as a key representative of EBC to current and potential clients, building long-term, trust-based business relationships;
- Actively participate in identifying new project opportunities and expanding the business portfolio;
- Contribute to preconstruction activities by supporting preliminary estimates, feasibility analyses, and bidding strategies;
- Develop an in-depth understanding of the market, industry trends, and client needs to effectively position EBC;
- Provide advisory support to clients to enhance service offerings and optimize proposed solutions;
- Promote EBC’s brand and expertise during events, conferences, and networking activities;
- Ensure a smooth transition between the project development phase and the execution phase.
- Identify, attract, and retain top talent;
- Develop team members and support succession planning;
- Contribute to the development of the next generation of project managers;
- Inspire, motivate, and embody strong leadership;
- Maintain an unwavering focus on achieving results;
- Act as an ambassador of EBC’s culture and values.
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction, or any other equivalent combination of education and experience;
- Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience;
- Experience managing projects over $30 million;
- Member of an engineering professional order;
- PMP or LEED AP certification (asset);
- Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Bilingualism in French and English (asset).
- Strong skills in management, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving;
- Inspiring leadership and strong initiative;
- High ability to mentor and coach teams;
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously;
- Strong analytical thinking, adaptability, and open-mindedness;
- Organized, structured, and detail-oriented;
- Good sense of priorities and results-driven approach.
- Competitive salary;
- 5 weeks' vacation per year;
- Comprehensive group insurance program;
- RRSP group program with an employer contribution to a DPSP;
- Employee assistance program;
- Continuing education;
- Active social club;
- Friendly and stimulating work environment;
- Large scale projects;
- Corporate Clothing Program upon hiring.