Junior Project Manager

Job Description

About Us

In business for over 50 years, Ocean Steel Rebar Limited is one the largest reinforcing steel suppliers in Atlantic Canada.

With a combined capacity of over 18,000 tons, our two fabrication plants supply a wide variety of reinforced concrete projects in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and P.

E.I. We offer complete rebar services from estimating, detailing, fabrication, and placement. Using the latest CAD technology offered by Bentley MicroStation and aSa software, we provide high quality detailing that meets CSA, RSIC, and ASTM specifications.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for working directly with clients and the Rebar department to ensure that all projects are completed within budget and defined scope.

The Junior Project Manager coordinates with various key individuals to ensure that goals are met on time and that each team’s deliverables are compatible with all others.

The ideal candidate must be highly organized, with the ability to plan and multitask. This is primarily a task-focused job, requiring an authoritative, directive leadership style that encourages results-driven, task-oriented collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Planning and managing job site construction activities on a daily basis which includes project co-ordination, scheduling, estimating, material requisitioning and cost control.
• Adhering to budgets by reviewing financial status of projects and identifying problem areas.
• Coordinating manpower and subcontractors to effectively handle delivery, labour, schedule, etc.
• Consistently meeting client requirements for quality, safety, cost and schedule.
• Recognizing key issues and acting in a timely manner to expedite solutions both internally and externally.
• Representing the organization in a professional, positive manner when in contact with clients and consultants.
• Attending regular project meetings either virtually or in person.
• Assisting in the budgeting, design proposals & delivery schedules of construction projects throughout Atlantic Canada, which may involve occasional travel.
• Identifying discrepancies within the contract documents.
• Working closely with the Detailing Manager and Project Coordinator to resolve RFI’s.
• Identifying, executing and collecting Change Notices for work outside of the contract scope.
• Other duties as assigned

Technical Requirements

• Civil engineering or technical background with experience in project management
• Previous commercial / industrial project experience

Business Requirements

• Exceptional time management and organizational skills are required
• Desire to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, and customer-focused environment

Cultural Requirements

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with individuals of various disciplines
• A team player with the desire to work collaboratively with others to improve existing processes

As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, Ocean Steel Rebar Limited offers a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, RRSP and tax-free savings account options.

Additionally, we offer educational scholarships to dependents of employees, health & wellness programming and team celebratory events.

About OSCO

The origins of the OSCO Construction Group go back to 1955 when Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. was founded in Saint John, New Brunswick.

Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors : Steel, Concrete, Construction and Corporate.

Within these sectors lie an ever-expanding number of construction-related companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.