Project Manager - Civil

Job Description

Northec is seeking a Project Manager for their operations in Timmins.

Created in 2014, Northec is based in Timmins, Ontario and specializes in the execution of medium to large-scale projects in the Infrastructure, Energy, and Mining sectors for both private and public clients.

We are a growing construction company that is recognized for the quality of our work and our ability to deliver even the most challenging projects on time and on budget.

At Northec, our people are the key in achieving our vision and ultimate goal : to ensure our clients’ satisfaction and to continue to deliver a diversified service offering.

Our people are the ones making it all possible because they are skilled, committed, and motivated. And we also know we can rely on our administrative staff because they offer a highly efficient support to worksites and project management teams.

Northec shares the same key values as EBC Inc., our parent company, which are :

Respect, Expertise, Security, Teamwork, Integrity and Success

These key values guide our employees and are reflected in our work. Our clients appreciate our rigorous work methods, employee expertise and safe work practices that we apply on every job, big or small.

The Project Manager is the primary point-person responsible for planning, executing, and delivering corporate projects on time, within budget, and in accordance to specifications.

To achieve these important goals, the Project Manager will define project requirements and scope, acquire project resources, and supervise the efforts of project team members.

Efficient delivery of project deliverables, effective quality control, and clear communication of expectations to stakeholders, and upward reporting to senior management are critical tasks that must be performed throughout each projects lifecycle.

Responsibilities include :

• Review tender documents, the estimate, to determine the scope of work including scheduling and project planning;
• Responsible for having a thorough and complete knowledge and understanding of the tender documents, drawings, specifications, addendums, and to assist the Site Superintendent in achieving the project success;
• Provide leadership and to establish and maintain effective and harmonious relationships with clients, staff, subcontractors, consultants, and workers;
• Inform Senior Project Manager of project development and discuss methods planned to meet schedule and budget;
• Order critical material with suppliers in collaboration with the Superintendent;
• Perform quantity tracking and cost coding for purposes of productivity analysis and accurate cost forecasting;
• Prepare daily reports related to the crew, progress, and issues;
• Planning and monitoring the appointed projects;
• Provide document control for correspondence, submittals, RFI’s, NCR, etc.
• Assist in the preparation of final records for the project, including as-built;
• Organize and participate in various meetings;
• Establish and keep necessary communications between suppliers, sub-contractors, professionals, and the client;
• Assist in carrying out a variety of basic field duties at the job site related to general construction;
• Extensive traveling is to be expected;
• This job has potential and promotion opportunities.
• Conduct daily site inspections and audits to identify compliance with expected practices and look for opportunities for improvement.
• Provide safety-related information to Management, as required.
• Audit to monitor for compliance and / or deliver general orientation for all new workers.
• When conducting daily site inspections, identify hazards and suggest controls related to the various jobs, procedures, equipment and contaminants or particular situations.
• Recommend appropriate means of accident and incident prevention to superintendent related to corrective actions required.
• Assist in the development of project emergency response / evacuation plans specific for the Project.
• Provide input to help resolve problems related to a specific concern.
• Participate in official inquiries by Government Officials according to established rules and provide projects with guidance to comply with orders
• Counsel management (superintendent, foreman) on the steps to take to meet the requirements.
• Participate in the creation of project specific standards, methods and safety procedures.
• Ensure the application and the follow-up of the OHS Management Program on site.
• Maintain contact with workers and provide support to enable them to develop a positive safety culture on their projects.
• Ensure consistency in expected safety performance on projects and verify that the progressive discipline system is being fairly and consistently applied on all projects.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or Civil Engineering Technology;
• Related job experience of 7-10 years in construction project management;
• Previous work experience in Civil Engineering Construction, including bridges, infrastructure, tunneling, water / sewer, and / or heavy civil construction is required;
• Advanced skills in communication and problem solving;
• Initiative and leadership;
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office, MS Project and Bluebeam;
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task;
• Advanced skills in management, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving;
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills;
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work;
• Must be willing to work on various project sites within the region.

Benefits

• Competitive salary;
• 4 weeks of annual vacation;
• Flexible group insurance program upon entry;
• Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP);
• 24 hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine);
• Training and development programs;
• Employee assistance program;
• A ctive social club and health and wellness committee;
• Diverse, innovative and stimulating environment;
• A company built on values of respect, integrity and a job well done;
• Firm recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or Civil Engineering Technology; Related job experience of 7-10 years in construction project management;
• Previous work experience in Civil Engineering Construction, including bridges, infrastructure, tunneling, water / sewer, and / or heavy civil construction is required;
• Advanced skills in communication and problem solving; Initiative and leadership; Excellent knowledge of MS Office, MS Project and Bluebeam;
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task; Advanced skills in management, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving;

Attention to detail and problem-solving skills; Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work; Must be willing to work on various project sites within the region.