Construction Manager

Contract Glaziers Inc; Gatineau; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Contract Glaziers Inc. is seeking an On-Site Construction Manager to partner with the Project Manager to plan, schedule, and ensure contractual compliance on a curtain wall project in Gatineau.

You will lead field activities, coordinate trades, manage subcontracts, monitor safety and quality, and report project status and risks to stakeholders, driving on-time execution through proactive communication and documentation.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years experience in a similar role.
• Prior management experience in the curtain wall industry with a proven track record.
• Strong understanding of contract language and provisions.

Responsibilities

• Dissect contract documents, budgets and overall compliance at project start.
• Manage internal/external stakeholders to maintain project schedule/objectives.
• Take-off materials and issue purchase orders/subcontracts within schedule.
• Coordinate field plans, schedules, means/methods and equipment with trades.
• Provide oversight and reporting of status, productivity and efficiency.
• Review subcontractors/suppliers to ensure schedule, quality and coordination.
• Report and escalate risks promptly.
• Promote safety, health and cleanliness on site.
• Document issues and deviations from contract conditions.
• Direct field-level communication among stakeholders.
• Administer contracts, sub-contracts and PO approvals.
• Review sub-contractor schedules and create look-ahead schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Scheduling

Contract management

Education

College diploma in an applicable field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Email

3-D models

Construction software

Job description

***Please note this is a 6-8 month contract***The On-Site Construction Manager will partner with the Project Manager to properly plan and meet all project objectives including but not limited to contractual compliance, planning, scheduling, and will collaborate, organize, and drive project stakeholders to obtain successful execution of objectives. Acting as the primary liaison between project management, site crews, sub-contractors, and general contractors, this role provides leadership on the project site to drive productivity, maintain quality standards and resolve issues as they arise.Essential FunctionsUnderstand and dissect contract documents, installation budgets and overall compliance form the onset of the projectTimely and thorough management of internal and external project stakeholders to maintain project schedule and objectivesProperly take-off materials and issue corresponding purchase orders / subcontracts within the timeframe of the schedulePrepare and coordinate with trades all field level plans, schedules, means and methods and equipment coordination as needed.Provide oversight and reporting of project status and metrics related to field operations progress, productivity and efficiency as needed.Periodic reviews and inspections of subcontractors and suppliers to insure schedule, quality and coordination maintained. Report, escalate risks promptly.Create and maintain a culture that values safety, health, and cleanliness.Maintain accurate and contemporaneous documentation of all issues, including deviations from contract documents caused by site conditions or other trades / predecessors.Direct and manage field level communication between all relevant and key stakeholders.Administer contracts, sub-contracts, purchase orders and other agreements to ensure that the scope, terms and conditions are consistently and proactively met.Participate in the review and approval of sub-contractors’ schedules and create look-ahead project schedules that ensure upcoming events are communicated, tracked and are appropriately managed.KnowledgeStrong working understanding of construction management principles and best practices.Strong technical understanding of curtain wall systems, sequencing, and installation methods along with hands-on leadership experience would be considered an asset.SkillsStrong understanding of contract language and provisionsStrong written communication and leadership skillsAbove-average leadership in managing supply chain and subcontractors on an active construction project.AbilitiesAbility to communicate and provide reports effectivelyOrganize, track, and report on all key benchmarks and project milestones and activities in real-time.QualificationsCollege diploma in an applicable field; 5 to 10 years experience in similar role. Prior management experience in the curtain wall industry with a proven track record of positive results. A high degree of technical / computer proficiency is required (Microsoft Excel, email, 3-D models and other construction-based software).Physical Requirement/Work EnvironmentWorking outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. Must be able to safely and efficiently navigate an active construction site on foot and at heights, including climbing stairs, standing, sitting and walking for long periods of time. Working at heights, working with heavy objects and equipment / machinery. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.