Construction Manager

Summit Search Group; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading search firm is looking for a Construction Manager to oversee multiple construction projects in Halifax, Canada. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in the commercial and industrial construction sectors, excellent leadership skills, and a strong understanding of building codes. This role requires managing budgets and timelines, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The firm is committed to equitable hiring practices and welcomes applications from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction experience, preferably in commercial and industrial spaces.
• Excellent understanding of current workplace regulations and building codes.
• Strong ability to review and negotiate contracts.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate construction activities to ensure deliverables are completed within schedule and budget.
• Review project drawings and prepare project status reports.
• Direct general contractors to maintain project costs and schedules.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal communication

Negotiation and conflict resolution

Time management

Decision-making skills

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or construction-related field

Job description

Our client is a national leader in the multi-brand retail industry.

Position Scope

Reporting to the Director of Construction, the Construction Manager is an integral part of the team.

The Construction Manager is responsible for leading and managing various parts and all aspects of construction projects, including planning, briefing, coordinating the activities of the general contractor and consultants, selecting contractors, and monitoring performance, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate coordinates the completion of construction projects by handling planning, budgeting, and making key decisions to ensure construction projects are completed on budget and on time. Some of the tasks that may be required include briefing and supervising construction projects from design to completion, conducting in-depth project reviews through to scheduling deliverables and cost estimates, and coordinating and briefing contractor activities as well as external consultants.

Responsibilities

• Actively promote a positive and productive work environment, aligned with the company values.
• Coordinate construction activities to ensure deliverables are completed within the agreed-upon project schedule and budget (new stores and expansions, as well as major renovations and downgrades).
• Review project drawings, prepare and submit project status reports.
• Direct general contractors to ensure project costs, change orders, and project schedules are maintained.
• Participate in project engineering meetings to prepare tender plans.
• Execute and build relationships with consultants, suppliers, and contractors.
• Plan and develop projects with the Real Estate and Operations teams.
• Execute the capital plan.
• Control costs and produce reports, review project budgets and schedules. Work effectively and collaboratively with the Real Estate/Legal Services, Design, Maintenance, Procurement and Operations teams.
• Conduct site visits and participate in weekly on-site meetings.
• Analyze, manage, and mitigate risks.
• Review bids and contract awards.
• Promote and implement uniform construction processes and policies, in accordance with LCE (Governance) compliance.
• Provide guidance in resolving project-related construction issues, as needed.
• Direct all aspects of the construction project from the design to construction phases and coordinate timelines to ensure timely completion.
• Evaluate and resolve costs by preparing a budget, identifying soft and hard costs, and identifying ways to reduce budgets (value engineering).

Education and Experience

• 5+ years of construction experience, preferably in commercial and industrial spaces.
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or any other construction-related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven leadership skills to lead large teams and execute multiple projects.
• Excellent understanding of current workplace regulations, building codes, and legislation.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work optimally with other professionals.
• Proven experience in negotiation and conflict resolution from a partnership perspective.
• Strong ability to review and negotiate contracts.
• Excellent time management and decision‑making skills to avoid and resolve emerging issues.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (bilingualism is an asset).
• Strong passion for the construction industry and forward‑thinking and innovative thinking.
• Strong ability to produce financial reports and perform cash flow forecasting.

Summit Search Group is a fair and equitable search firm. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.