construction manager

Government of Canada - Western; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency is seeking a Project Manager to oversee construction projects that contribute to environmental preservation. This role involves budget management, supervising subcontractors, and ensuring quality control in various construction settings. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and relevant certifications, with a focus on green initiatives.

Benefits

Health care plan

Gasoline paid

Free parking available

Transportation provided by employer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3-5 years of experience in project management.
• PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates.
• Hire and supervise activities of subcontractors.
• Plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones.

Skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Tools

Microsoft Visio

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.

Work site environment

• Outdoors

Work setting

• Office
• Urban area
• Rural area
• Various locations
• Willing to relocate
• Relocation costs covered by employer
• Civil (road and bridge construction, etc.)
• Industrial construction
• Institutional construction
• General office
• Commercial and/or industrial construction
• Head office

Budgetary responsibility

• $1,500,001 - $4,000,000
• $4,000,001 - $8,000,000

Responsibilities Tasks

• Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates
• Hire and supervise activities of subcontractors
• Plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones and monitor progress
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements
• Establish and implement policies and procedures for quality control
• Read blueprint, schemas and drawings
• Direct the purchase of building materials and land acquisitions
• Develop and implement quality control programs
• Develop risk management plans
• Prepare reports
• Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate daily operations

Supervision

• More than 20 people
• Contractors
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• First Aid Certificate
• Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• Microsoft Visio
• AutoCAD
• MS Access
• MS Office
• Simply Accounting

Construction specialization

• Industrial, commercial and institutional

Specialization or experience

• Green economy sector

Area of specialization

• Project management

Additional information Security and safety

• Bondable
• Basic security clearance
• Reference required

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Large caseload

Own tools/equipment

• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots

Benefits Health benefits

• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Gasoline paid

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Transportation provided by employer
• Parking available