Project Manager

Description

Overview:

As a member of the Housing Division, the construction project lead assumes responsibility for the management of construction projects assigned through the PMO. The Project Manager is responsible and accountable for the planning, monitoring, directing and reporting of the project in accordance with internal guidelines. The Project Manager provides leadership, mentorship, and direction to his or her project team. This position is responsible for developing detailed project plans, inclusive of reviewing technical drawings, site logistics, costing, project scheduling and financial and customer satisfaction metrics in working with Senior and Development Managers, they will provide recommendations and strategies that promote success as future projects are evaluated.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a project strategy that meets the project’s required performance, schedule and conformance to approved budget.

• Oversee project tender, contract award, and contract management process.

• Interface with architects and consultants to develop and ensure completeness of design, drawings and specifications, depending on project stream and stage of development.

• Develop project schedule in collaboration with project team.

• Supervise construction activities and scheduling including but not limited to the coordination of utilities and consultants.

• Ensure all required building, environmental and jurisdiction permits are attained.

• Develop and manage equipment, site security and project safety plans.

• Monitor project performance and collaborate with Sr Site Manager to proactively take measures to define adequate resources and other obligations.

• Safety management and participation, as required relating to company standards.

• Work with Project Management team to ensure project document information is accurate and up to date including RFI’s, SI’s, scopes of work, bid sheets, specifications, templates and other project management related documents

• Leads, mentors, and coaches project team and external trade partners to execute objectives.

• Provides feedback pertaining to employee performance to enable functional managers to identify opportunities for staff to develop their skills both personally and professionally in conjunction with Department Managers.

• Motivates, develops, mentors, and maintains high performance work teams that strive for excellence in all aspects of their responsibilities.

• Establish and monitor project budgets and cost controls.

• Collaborate with managers to assist in creating annual and 5-year Business Plan.

• Ensures the use of sound construction practices to attain required quality control at the maximum efficiency and minimum cost; and,

• Develop contingency plans to ensure business objectives are met.

• Maintain positive communications to support interactions with customers, trades, supply partners, and internal staff.

• Providing a high standard of customer service in all areas of responsibility through effective quality control, timeliness in construction and deficiency completion; and maintains strong client and community relations.

What You'll Bring:

• 7-10 years’ experience in construction management, including oversight of multiple low-mid-rise residential projects, or related (e.g. hotel).

• Commercial or mixed-use experience is an asset.

• University or technical school graduate in engineering, construction or architecture and eligible or have attained CET or P.ENG designation.

• PMP Certification is an asset.

• Ability to read/produce site and build plans and specifications.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong ‘hands-on’ manager with good decision making and problem-solving skills; and Excellent communication and team building skills.

• Flexible and adaptable to rapid change.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines; and Valid driver’s license is required.

Your Opportunity

We are proud to offer our employees what they value most:

• Competitive compensation

• Excellent extended medical, dental and vision benefits beginning day 1

• RRSP program, contributions begins day 1

• Career development programs

• Paid Volunteer Hours

• Paid parental leave

• Family planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy and adoptions options

• Wellness and mental health resources

• Pet insurance offering

• A culture based on our values of Passion, Integrity and Community

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhausting list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

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We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.