Electrical engineering Jobs in Castlegar, BC

Terus Construction   is an integrated road construction and materials manufacturing company, which has been building roads in British Columbia and the Yukon Territory for over 30 years through decentralized business centers.

Road construction, asphalt paving, aggregate production, hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete supply are the core activities. In addition, the Company acts as general contractor on civil construction projects, including excavation, utilities, concrete placement, sidewalks, and curbs, and in all kind of road construction related activities.

Over 800 jobs every year are performed through more than 20 decentralized business centers, such as highway rehabilitation, airport construction, industrial, municipal and commercial work, subdivisions. More than 550 employees are locally employed.

Terus Construction provides challenging and rewarding opportunities in an entrepreneurial, diverse, inclusive and respectful work environment. As our growth creates new career opportunities, likely there is the right one for you!

Position Summary

Terus Construction, a division of Colas Western Canada Inc., is seeking a Project Manager based in the West Kootenays, specifically in the areas of Castlegar, Crescent Valley, or Nelson.

Reporting to the Regional Construction Manager, the Project Manager will direct and manage the big picture of civil construction projects for their division, ensuring all elements align with the overall vision and goals. They will oversee and lead all aspects of operational projects from initiation to execution by directing resources, schedules, and budgets. The individual will build strong relationships with clients, engineers, contractors and other key stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and efficient project delivery. This role also involves quality assurance and quality control, cost control, financial reporting, and proactive problem-solving to address project issues.

Main Responsibilities

Safety and Compliance

• Demonstrate commitment to Terus-CWCI health, safety, and environment policies by adhering to Terus policies and promoting a culture of safety in all activities conducted.
• Responsible for supporting and executing all aspects of the company safety program and regulations. This includes completing formal safety inspections and reports as required.
• Accountable for ensuring that Project Hazard Assessments and Job Hazard Assessments (JHA) are completed and used as safety planning tools.
• Responsible for compliance with the Terus Code of Ethics.
• Other safety and compliance duties as required.

Estimation

Bid Preperation and Submission

Project Management

Cost Control

Accurately forecast project profitability, revenue, and margins within established timelines while designing and managing project budgets to ensure the wise use of resources.

Oversee the project's cost control system, including the daily approval of hired equipment and truck tickets, and track project costs against periodic targets to maintain financial control of each phase.

Ensure timely delivery of purchase order slips, invoices, and expense reports to accounting, and assist in negotiating lower pricing with suppliers, subcontractors, and other third-party providers.

Follow up with clients regarding unpaid invoices as necessary.

Quality Control

Examine engineering reports to ensure quality control requirements are met, applying corrective actions as necessary, and liaise with the Quality Control department to establish project design criteria, life, and minimum acceptable riding quality parameters.

Support continuous improvement initiatives by integrating quality control throughout the process.

Communication and Stakeholder Management

Cultivate strong relationships with client representatives, engineers, consultants, and internal departments.

Liaise with project stakeholders regarding safety, project progress, scheduling, change orders, and other pertinent issues.

Network with local government, private contractors, and the public to facilitate efficient communication and proactively resolve issues.

Travel frequently to worksites to provide total ground-level support to Superintendents, Foremen, Crews, and other employees on a wide variety of issues and concerns.

Experience and Knowledge Required for the Role :

Working Conditions

Compensation Data

The anticipated salary range for this position is $85,000 to $113,000CAD .  The final compensation package will be determined based on factors including the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Terus Construction  offers opportunities for qualified people who want to grow in our high-performance organization including competitive salary and benefits package, along with in-house training, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.

Must be able to meet all safety requirements including pre-employment drug / alcohol testing.

We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume. However only applicants selected to be interviewed will be contacted.