Construction Manager

TC Energy; North Bay; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TC Energy is seeking a Construction Manager for its North Bay, Ontario team. This key role involves overseeing field construction crews for pipeline integrity projects, leading safety practices, and ensuring project compliance and efficiency. Ideal candidates will have significant construction management experience and a strong commitment to team leadership and safety.

Benefits

Relocation eligibility

Support for budget planning

Comprehensive safety training

Qualifications

• 10+ years construction management experience in pipeline integrity projects.
• Ability to read design drawings.
• Valid API 1169 Pipeline Inspector Essentials Certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction crews and monitor field progress.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Manage project risks and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Conflict Management

Time Management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Determined. Imaginative. Curious. If these are some of the ways you describe yourself — we want to learn more about you! At TC Energy, we are Energy Problem Solvers — passionate about transitioning North America to cleaner energy while meeting the energy demands of today and tomorrow. If that sounds like a challenge you want to help tackle, we want you to join our team!

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Construction Manager to join our Canada Gas Projects Construction Services team in North Bay, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee field-based construction crews responsible for executing Integrity Projects across Eastern Canada.

Reporting to the Manager of Construction Services East, this position leads and develops a strong, competent, proactive, and engaged construction team.

This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your construction management expertise and passion for safety to make a meaningful impact on our projects across Eastern Canada. You will share TC Energy's core value of safety and be dedicated to ensuring safe work practices and outcomes across all aspects of your work.

This role requires an effective leader who can balance strategic oversight with hands-on involvement to transform our construction culture and ensure exceptional project delivery. If you are a collaborative leader who thrives on empowering teams, providing mentorship, and driving continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply.

Functional Role Overview:

The Construction Manager role is responsible for representing TC Energy interests in the field. This includes field progress monitoring/reporting, establishing inspection resources, and delivering in accordance with our standards and specifications. This role is field-based and provides critical safety leadership to the team.

What you’ll do

Leadership & Management

• Foster a workplace culture that encourages innovation, ongoing improvement, and high standards
• Promote effective teamwork and communication among crew members during projects
• Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback
• Identify opportunities for cross-training to enhance team capabilities and individual growth
• Develop and oversee daily and weekly work schedules for teams of 7-10 field personnel
• Oversee administrative functions including timesheet approval, permit management, expense reporting, and logistical planning
• Drive improvements in cost control, quality, safety standards, compliance, and customer satisfaction
• Support budget planning and personnel evaluations
• Contribute to department goals and lead implementation efforts within assigned areas

Project Execution

• Oversee all technical aspects of pipeline maintenance projects, including integrity digs, tethers, Launcher/Receivers, class location upgrades, hydrostatic testing, and other critical infrastructure maintenance activities.
• Direct technical aspects of pipeline maintenance project work not limited to but including specialized procedures for integrity digs, tethers, casing projects, class upgrades, hydrostatic testing, etc
• Coordinate field construction activities and provide timely updates to support the Project Manager in successfully planning and executing the project
• Monitor construction operations, adherence to plans and identify when corrective actions are required
• Address non-conformance issues through established reporting and resolution processes
• Optimize resource allocation for maximum efficiency
• Balance productivity with appropriate overtime management
• Oversee third-party contractors from planning through execution, and on-site supervision
• Verify contractor construction protocols align with the overall project scope requirements
• Review contractor invoicing and progress documentation
• Assess and manage project risks while collaborating with Project Manager and stakeholders to address issues and maintain project timelines
• Implement cost-saving strategies while maintaining safety and reliability standards
• Work closely with landowners, public officials, emergency responders and community stakeholders
• Represent the company professionally to maintain a positive public image in operational communities

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to regulations, TC Energy’s Standards, Operating Procedures and Company policies, and industry standards
• Exercise stop work authority when unsafe conditions are identified
• Report incidents according to established protocols
• Lead safety meetings and support regulatory compliance activities
• Verify contractor safety plans align with company requirements
  

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of directly related Construction Management/Chief Inspector experience with Pipeline Integrity and/or Mainline projects.
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching and motivational skills within a construction environment.
• Ability to read design drawings to assess construction requirements
• Computer skills including ability to generate progress reports using Microsoft suite of tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project, etc.)
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid API 1169 Pipeline Inspector Essentials Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (English & French).
• Valid API 1184 Pipeline Facility Construction Inspector Certification.
• Technical trades certification
• Proven time management, organizational and planning skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage conflict.
• Knowledge and understanding of construction practices with respect to natural gas pipeline and facility projects.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities and challenges.
• Natural Gas pipeline and facility construction, commissioning, and operation experience.
• Familiarity with TC Energy Operating Procedures (TOPs) that pertain to construction and operating activities.

This position requires candidates to:

• The regular work schedule will be 9 & 5. Occasional deviation from this schedule may be required.
• Have and maintain a valid G class driver’s license and provide a driver’s abstract for review.
• Successfully complete a pre-employment medical screening, to include drug and alcohol testing.
• Stay overnight away from home base (estimated up to 90% of work schedule).
• Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.

Relocation Eligibility: This position is eligible for our domestic relocation program.

About our business

TC Energy is a leading energy infrastructure company in North America. We have three complementary businesses of natural gas pipelines, liquids (oil) pipelines, and power generation. Our operations span three countries, seven Canadian provinces, and 34 U.S. states.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more

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Thank you for choosing TC Energy in your career search.

* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country in which the position is based with no restrictions.

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