Construction Manager

Delve Underground; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental benefits

Extended Health Care

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Wellness Reimbursement

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Vancouver is seeking a Construction Manager to lead complex underground projects. The ideal candidate will have over 20 years of experience in heavy civil projects with 15+ years in management. Responsibilities include managing construction teams, overseeing project budgets, and serving as the owner's representative. This position offers a competitive salary of $150,000 to $250,000 and is focused on delivering impactful infrastructure solutions.

Qualifications

• 20+ years heavy civil industry experience with large and complex underground infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and direct project teams effectively.
• Strong English communication skills, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Act as project owner's representative in managing construction contractors.
• Manage a construction management team and oversee project delivery.
• Lead risk management efforts and discussions.

Skills

Leadership in construction management

Problem-solving

Contract administration

Risk management

Education

Diploma in Applied Science Technology or Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Technologist or engineering professional registration/certification

Job description

Description

Delve Underground is a leader in underground and heavy civil engineering serving the transportation, water, wastewater, and energy industries. Specializing in tunnel design, we provide practical solutions to the most challenging underground problems. We offer comprehensive design, construction management, and construction claims services, with expertise extending across a wide range of engineering disciplines, including civil, structural, and geotechnical engineering. Our primary focus is to make a significant impact on the advancement of infrastructure projects, which in turn shape and enhance the communities we serve. Founded in 1954, as Jacobs Associates, Delve Underground is an employee-owned firm with 25 offices and 350 team members throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

Job Type

Full-time

Work Culture

We want our employees to make a career doing what they love to do. We encourage an entrepreneurial spirit and help our team members forge their own path within the company. We support their efforts to stay on the cutting edge of technology while fostering a great work-life balance. In addition to working hard, we also have fun. We socialize and celebrate achievements at summer picnics, holiday parties, and company outings.

Benefits

• Dental
• Extended Health Care Benefit
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Health Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Stock program
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Reimbursement

Pay Rate

$150,000 - $250,000

Position

Construction Manager

Responsibilities

• Act as project owner's representative in managing construction contractors, including acting as the primary point of contract with contractors, and performing contract administration duties such as payments, change orders, time extensions, claims, and certificates of completion. Provide/oversee progress reporting to owner's organization.
• Manage a construction management team, consisting of resident engineers, office/field engineers, cost controller, document controller, inspectors, and administrative support.
• Lead discussions, meetings, and workshops.
• Plan, create and oversee deliverables such as schedules, specifications, and budget reports.
• Lead technical and management QA/QC reviews per client requirements and/or company policy.
• Lead risk management efforts.
• Manage projects with construction budgets up to $500 Million.
• Develop business development strategies resulting in opportunities with new and existing clients.
• Promote and represent the Company in industry forums.
• Provide input to company strategic initiatives and objectives.
• Promote and contribute to the Delve Underground Construction Management Group growth and development outlined in the company's Strategic Plans.

Qualifications

• 20+ years heavy civil industry experience: engineering, construction or construction management, including 15+ years specialized management experience as the Owner's Representative in the construction management of large and complex underground infrastructure projects.
• Diploma in Applied Science Technology or Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering (or overseas equivalent) required.
• Technologist or engineering professional registration/certification required.
• General experience with environmental and reclamation construction work.
• Must have the ability to professionally speak and write in English.
• Must have the ability to travel to project sites within the greater Vancouver, BC area.

How to Apply

If you feel that you would be right for this position, please fill out our application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

EEO Statement

We are pleased to accept applications from underrepresented groups and encourage applications from Indigenous persons, youth, new immigrants, and persons with disabilities.

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