Vice-Président, Major Project - Civil

Job Description

EBC thinks outside the box and deploys all its know-how to carry out major infrastructure projects : bridges, roads, highways, tunnel, and marine installations. Our ability to meet deadlines and budgets as well as our vast expertise in the field allows us to actively participate in large-scale projects such as the Samuel-De-Champlain Bridge, the Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM) and the Site C hydro-electric power station located near Fort St-John in British Columbia.

Our seasoned team of engineers, project managers and other specialists also put their energy into the construction of wind farms and to the benefit of hydroelectric projects such as dams, power stations, tunnels, and dikes. EBC is positioned as a true leader in this sector. Our range of specialized services has made our reputation in Canada.

Come move mountains with us!

The Vice President Major Project actively participates in the development of major project proposals and takes full responsibility for the success of the projects (Design construction projects and / or large-scale fixed-price construction projects) under his direction by directing all project operations, having full responsibility for business leadership, and achieving the strategic objectives of operational excellence and growth while prioritizing our human capital.

He will be part of the proposal team and will play a key role in obtaining contracts for EBC and / or joint ventures in which EBC will participate. He will supervise the operation of the projects, ensure strong cohesion and good communication with the project management team, maintain business relations with internal and external partners as well as clients in order to meet and exceed project performance indicators.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

Operations management :

• Develop relationships with other contractors as potential partners;
• Be involved in the preparation of Teaming Agreements and Partnership Agreements;
• Ensure all work is performed on time and within budget;
• Perform site visits on a regular basis;
• Evaluate and manage risk;
• Ensure communication between proposal team and construction team;
• Actively participate in the optimization of the design and analysis of project constructability during the proposal and implementation phases;
• Control project cost;
• Negotiate major subcontracting contracts with a view of optimizing prices in accordance with the quoted prices in order to maximize margins for EBC;
• Review contracts and negotiate terms & conditions during the proposition;
• Work in relation with clients in order to answer their needs;
• Supervise negotiation of major changes and preparation of claims;
• Follow process and optimize procedure;
• Act as a Health & Safety ambassador and promote the organizational culture;
• Ensure the implementation and monitoring of quality management;
• Stay informed of latest technologies and equipment improvements;

Team management

Strategic Planning & Business Development

Measurables objectives of the position

Requirements

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