Construction Manager

WB Melback; Haileybury; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flights and meal allowance

Accommodations provided

Job summary

WB Melback Corporation seeks an Industrial Construction Manager to oversee projects in Temiskaming Shores, Ontario. You will plan schedules, manage budgets, lead teams, and coordinate with clients and engineers to meet timelines and quality standards.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in construction management or related field, strong PM skills, and PMP preferred. Expect long shifts with opportunities for travel across North America.

Qualifications

• Experience managing construction projects across residential, commercial, or infrastructure sectors.
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field is often required.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and PM principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve project-related issues effectively.
• Strong organizational and time management to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Proficiency with project management software and computer applications.
• PMP or other relevant certifications are often preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule project timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Lead construction teams and subcontractors, ensuring safety and quality.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, architects, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Monitor budgets, track expenses, and seek cost-saving opportunities.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and quality standards.
• Prepare and submit progress reports to stakeholders.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Oversee safety programs and enforce a positive safety culture.
• Monitor progress and take corrective actions as needed.

Skills

Construction project management

Team leadership

Stakeholder communication

Budget and cost control

Risk management

Quality and safety oversight

Problem solving

Organization and time management

Contract negotiation

Reporting to stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Planning and Scheduling: Developing comprehensive project plans, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.


• Team Management: Leading and managing construction teams, including subcontractors and other personnel.


• Stakeholder Communication: Maintaining regular communication with clients, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and timelines.


• Budget and Cost Control: Managing project budgets, monitoring expenses, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.


• Risk Management: Identifying potential project risks and developing mitigation strategies.


• Quality Assurance: Ensuring that all construction work meets quality standards and complies with relevant regulations.


• Safety Management: Overseeing site safety and ensuring that all construction activities adhere to safety regulations.


• Progress Monitoring: Regularly monitoring project progress, identifying any deviations from the plan, and taking corrective actions.


• Contract Negotiation: Negotiating and managing contracts with subcontractors and suppliers.


• Reporting: Preparing and submitting regular progress reports to stakeholders.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience: Proven experience in construction project management, including experience with various types of construction projects (e.g., residential, commercial, infrastructure).


• Education: A bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field is often required.


• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and project management principles.


• Leadership and Communication: Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.


• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve project-related issues effectively.


• Organization and Time Management: Strong organizational and time management skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.


• Computer Skills: Proficiency in using project management software and other relevant computer applications.


• Certifications: PMP or other relevant certifications are often preferred.

Industrial Construction Manager – Industrial – Structural / Mechanical / Piping / Civil

Construction managers are responsible for overseeing all aspects of construction projects, from planning and budgeting to execution and completion. They ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This includes coordinating with various stakeholders, managing resources, and monitoring progress.

Key Responsibilities of a Construction Manager:

• Planning and Scheduling: Developing project timelines, setting milestones, and creating detailed work schedules.


• Team Leadership: Providing direction, guidance, and support to the construction team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.


• Safety Management: Lead to development of a “Positive Safety Culture” following safety regulations, conducting safety audits, and promoting a safe working environment for all personnel.


• Problem Solving: Addressing unforeseen issues and challenges that arise during the construction process.


• Risk Management: Identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions to the project.


• Budget Management: Assist in the preparation of cost estimates, managing budgets, and tracking expenses to ensure projects stay within financial constraints.


• Resource Management: Coordinating the procurement of materials, managing labor (including subcontractors), and ensuring the availability of necessary equipment.


• Quality Control: Implementing and monitoring quality control programs to ensure work meets the required standards.


• Communication and Coordination: Maintaining clear communication with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.


• Progress Monitoring: Tracking project progress against established schedules and budgets, reporting on performance, and making adjustments as needed.


• Contract Management: Preparing and negotiating contracts, managing change orders, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.

Flights, Meal Allowance & Accommodations - may apply pending candidates’ main residence.

Shifts: 10.5 Hours Shifts (10 hours paid with 30 min unpaid meal break)

Shift Rotation: Six (6) days on and One (1) day off rotation for a minimum of

three (3) consecutive weeks, then you are eligible for seven

(7) to ten (10) days off. Those choosing to revoke days off, must

submit request form to the Human Resources department a

minimum of two (2) weeks prior to the beginning of their

scheduled time off.

Or Twenty- one (21) days on followed by seven (7) to ten (10) days off.

Location: Temiskaming Shores, Ontario

*DSP CONTRACT ALSO CONSIDERED

WB Melback Corporation – Built Across North America, Rooted at Home.

WB Melback Corporation is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. Accommodation will be provided in all steps of the hiring process. Please advise the Human Resources Department if you require any accommodations to ensure that you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process.