Manager, Project

What is the Opportunity?

Faster.Smarter.Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is ready to become Canada’s #1 utility construction provider and we’re looking for a Project Manager to help us get there!

Reporting to the Sr. Project Manager, the Project Manager will be responsible for the successful execution of all tasks assigned to them, including running proposals (including interfacing with various Aecon functional groups), running ECI’s, and running projects (including EPC’s).

What You'll Do Here:

• Work with Sr. Management in the preparation of detailed construction and design estimates. This includes working with the operations and estimating teams do develop tender submissions for active pursuits.
• Run project(s) with the construction team, while doing shift work on-site (as required).
• Resolves project-level issues/disputes and escalates issues to the Sr. Project Manager.
• Travel to various site locations may be required.
• Set out schedules and critical milestones.
• Set out production targets and monitor performance. Adapt to changes and eliminate roadblocks that might interfere with target goals.
• Manage team’s performance and monitor deliverables.
• Responsible for all commercial issues and focus on win/win outcomes.
• Responsible for contract negotiations and disputes.
• Responsible for managing and monitoring project budget.
• Conduct weekly scheduling meetings with the project team.
• Provide technical expertise as required to project team and client.
• Provide technical support to field staff.
• Work with Sr. Management to ensure projects are executed in an safe, efficient, quality-focused manner.
• Ensure project controls are in place for projects (including schedule updating, subcontractor management, cost forecasting, change management, document control, labour tracking, KPI tracking, equipment tracking, accrual management, invoicing, PO’s, etc.)
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required

What You Bring to the Team:

• Education to include Engineering, Construction Project Management etc. or combination of technical training and/or related experience
• Ability to think proactively, work with urgency, be collaborative, and work independently
• Take directions well, requiring minimal follow-up
• Experience in estimating and proposals is an asset
• Experience on EPC contracts is an asset
• Experience running transmission/substation projects is an asset
• Experience in the construction industry is required
• Experience in the utility industry is a strong asset
• Capable of reading and understanding construction drawings and documents
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in a Project Manager role
• Proven leadership, communication, and negotiation skills
• Ability to resolve project disputes with minimal assistance
• Inspire and foster an environment of cooperation between different departments and co-workers
• Availability to travel between Kingston to Scarborough when running projects, including shift work
• Sound computer skills – MS Excel, MS Word, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and MS Project
• Self-motivated with good organizational skills
• Ability to work independently, accurately, and under pressure