Assistant Preconstruction Manager - Roads & Utilities

Colliers Project Leaders | Canada; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Halifax is seeking an Assistant Preconstruction Manager to optimize design and construction processes. You will engage in design meetings, provide cost estimates, and oversee project planning. This full-time position requires strong experience in construction and relevant qualifications. Competitive compensation ranges from $70,000 to $90,000 CAD.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Professional development

Paid volunteer day

Comprehensive onboarding

Inclusive work culture

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in design, estimating, or construction.
• Familiarity with project management tools required.
• Professional Engineering qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing preconstruction leadership for project design.
• Leading activities in various delivery methodologies.
• Conducting site visits during preconstruction.

Skills

Design and constructability options

Engagement in design meetings

Financial project control

Knowledge of building codes

Ability to read drawings

Education

Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

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Overview

At Colliers Project Leaders, we deliver capital project solutions to fulfill our clients’ needs across the built environment. The work we do makes a difference in communities and for the people who live there. We have a passion for it.

Our commitment to realizing our clients' vision inspires us to look beyond the immediate – to the possibilities of what we can achieve together. We are 18,000 projects and counting – improving lives and helping shape the growth of sustainable, progressive and inclusive communities.

Your Role

We're looking for Assistant Preconstruction Managers to join our Construction Solutions team. In this role, you will analyze design and constructability options to help optimize your client's projects. You will bring hands-on experience in design, cost estimating, and construction to provide real-time feedback throughout the planning, design, and construction phases, aiming to minimize risks and maximize opportunities.

Responsibilities

1. Provide preconstruction leadership to deliver value-based design and constructability options for projects across Canada.
2. Lead and manage preconstruction activities using IPD, design-build, construction management, or stipulated price delivery methodologies.
3. Engage in design meetings with owners, architects, and engineers to provide recommendations that optimize cost, schedule, quality, and constructability.
4. Review and comment on drawings (2D and 3D) and specifications, offering recommendations for constructability, value engineering, and sequencing.
5. Develop Construction Management Plans (CMP) to support permitting, considering logistics, site conditions, utilities, traffic impacts, safety, and neighboring properties.
6. Lead design-assist teams to investigate renovations and upgrades, establishing efficient, minimally disruptive sequences within occupied facilities.
7. Support owners and developers with trade package development, procurement, platform implementation, and procedures development.
8. Assist industrial clients with equipment integration into existing buildings, including feasibility studies, preliminary design, and cost estimates.
9. Develop procurement procedures for goods, services, and works for publicly funded projects.
10. Conduct site visits during preconstruction and construction to assess conditions and prepare documentation.
11. Participate in business development and proposal efforts to grow our client base and service offerings.
12. Maintain financial control of projects to ensure activities stay within budget.
13. Prepare project plans and schedules, ensuring compliance with our Quality Management System (QMS).
14. Assist in training and mentoring staff, providing leadership across projects.
15. Utilize tools such as RSMeans Online, Procore, CMBuilder, SketchUp, HoloBuilder, Drones, BuildingConnected, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and others for deliverables.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering or related field, with construction industry experience.
• Assistant Preconstruction Manager: 2-4 years of experience in design, estimating, or construction.
• Preconstruction Manager: 4-8 years of experience.
• Professional Engineering qualifications preferred.
• PMP qualifications preferred or willingness to obtain within one year.
• Knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and permits.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and details.
• Deep knowledge of trades relevant to commercial construction.
• Familiarity with government regulations and project management tools like Microsoft Project.

We recognize that not every candidate will meet all qualifications. At Colliers Project Leaders, we value diversity, inclusion, and authenticity. If you're excited about this role but lack some qualifications, we encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit for this or other roles.

What You Can Expect

• Impact on communities
• Flexible work environment
• Comprehensive onboarding
• Professional development, training, and mentorship
• Paid volunteer day
• An inclusive, welcoming environment

Join us and help shape vibrant communities.

Salary Range for Assistant Preconstruction Manager: $70,000 to $90,000

Salary Range for Preconstruction Manager: $90,000 to $120,000

Our salary ranges are role and location-dependent, reflecting the minimum and maximum targets across Canada. Actual pay depends on experience, skills, and education.

Disclaimer

Colliers Project Leaders is part of Colliers, a leading professional services and investment management firm with over 18,000 professionals in 63 countries.

COVID-19 vaccination policies are suspended; client requirements may override internal policies.

We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity. We accommodate disability-related needs throughout the recruitment process. Please inform us if you require accommodations.

Applicants will undergo background and reference checks prior to hiring.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Construction, Business Consulting and Services, Architecture and Planning