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Senior Project ManagerRailWorks Corporation • Surrey, British Columbia, CA
Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

RailWorks Corporation • Surrey, British Columbia, CA
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Position Summary

The Senior Project Manager leads, directs, and exercises functional authority over all aspects of constructions projects including planning, organizing, budgeting, and cost reporting. Ensures that the goals and objectives of each project are accomplished on schedule and within budget, and that quality and safety standards are met. Directs department staff in successfully accomplishing goals and objectives.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

  • Reviews project proposals and plans to gain an understanding of the project requirements (time frame, budget, safety, quality, staffing, materials and equipment requirements) necessary to complete the project within the required time frame
  • Develops an execution plan that outlines staffing, materials, equipment, subcontracting, and other services that are necessary to deliver the project on time and within budget
  • Verifies estimates based on detailed review of proposal specifications
  • Coordinates with department managers to establish work plans and staffing for each phase of the project
  • Organizes and conducts meetings with project staff and management to communicate information related to each function’s needs concerning project requirements
  • Leads project activities to ensure that the project is executed in accordance with designs, budgets and schedules; takes appropriate action to minimize the impact of deviations
  • Monitors and oversees the efficient use of materials and equipment and the contractual performance of the project; confers with project staff to ensure that assigned duties and responsibility are performed per agreed upon expectations
  • Monitors and oversees onsite activities, quality, productivity, progress, and safety of employees and subcontractors
  • Oversees financial aspects of contracts
  • Provides technical assistance and recommends construction methods and equipment
  • Anticipates potential roadblocks and develops solutions to prevent issues from arising; resolves any problems that may arise during project execution
  • Implements and monitors safety programs
  • Represents the company in project meetings
  • Prepares written reports and/or updates (internal and external) for management, client, and project team, to ensure a clear understanding of project status
  • Hires, trains, and manages performance of staff
  • Administers financial tracking systems to monitor project costs and estimates.

Required Skills and Qualifications

•Undergraduate degree or diploma in a related field of study such as Engineering, Construction Management or Project Management; •A minimum of 7 years of recent related project management experience in a rail/heavy civil construction or maintenance environment, including a thorough knowledge of construction industry practices, methods, processes, and standards and their impact on project activities; •Demonstrated experience applying knowledge of project controls (cost, schedule, change management, etc.), resource management, material management, contract management, subcontract management, safety, and quality; •Track record of successfully planning and executing projects on schedule and within budget.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

•Occasional weekend or night work may be required; •Occasional exposure to outdoor construction sites in all weather conditions may be required; •Majority of the field work is on and around live track (trains); •Work may be in urban, rural or isolated areas. Accommodations and transportation will be provided, if required.

Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with PNR RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.

PNR RailWorks is committed to fostering an equitable, accessible, and inclusive workplace. As such, PNR RailWorks will ensure reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process, including the interview. If selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be confidentially made to a member of the recruitment team who will arrange in advance for reasonable and appropriate accommodation for fair and equitable assessment throughout the process.

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