Construction Manager - Bridges

ZipRecruiter; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee multiple projects from planning to closeout. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and client management skills, ensuring project quality and adherence to safety regulations. This role involves building and maintaining high-performing teams while fostering a positive work environment. Candidates should have extensive experience in the construction field and a relevant degree.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of construction experience, with at least 8 years managing complex projects.
• Proven leadership with strong mentoring and motivational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all phases of large construction projects.
• Develop high-performing teams through coaching and training.
• Ensure project quality, schedule adherence, and safety compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Client Relationship Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Team Management

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in construction or engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary: Construction Manager

• Provide project management for planning and organizing all aspects of tasks related to relevant projects.
• Lead, manage, and coordinate all phases of large and multiple construction projects from pre-construction through project closeout.
• Work closely with project coordinators, project managers, and superintendents.
• Demonstrate proven leadership capabilities and client relationship management skills.
• Uphold the highest ethical standards and possess the skills to lead and develop others.
• Ensure project quality, schedule adherence, cost control, safety compliance, and alignment with specifications and contractual requirements.
• Foster a positive, team-oriented, and professional work environment with strong communication, management, delegation, planning, and leadership abilities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Be accountable for the successful delivery of multiple projects.
• Develop high-performing, diverse teams through coaching, training, development, and challenging opportunities.
• Provide oversight and leadership for the development and maintenance of project schedules and execution plans.
• Oversee preconstruction phase, team selection, and execution of construction, turnover, and post-turnover service phases across a portfolio.
• Coach and mentor team members to help meet corporate and individual goals.
• Promote and instill the company’s core values.
• Develop strategies and action plans to overcome execution challenges.
• Build and maintain a strong, dedicated workforce.
• Advance industry technologies, systems, and innovations to maintain the company's industry leadership.
• Support business development by building long-term relationships with clients, consultants, engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Success metrics include client satisfaction, financial and safety performance, project quality, and employee development.

Knowledge

• Thorough understanding of:
• Construction techniques, disciplines, production, cost control, and scheduling
• Safety policies and regulations
• Engineering requirements
• Construction engineering and design (e.g., formwork, hoisting, access, soils)
• Ontario Health and Safety Act and Regulations
• Federal and Provincial Acts & Regulations (Construction Act, Lien Act, etc.)
• Contract types and their implications
• Cost and schedule impact of changes
• Union contracts and procedures
• Company policies and quality management systems

Required Knowledge & Experience

• Demonstrated experience in the construction industry.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in construction or engineering.
• Minimum 15 years of construction experience, with at least 8 years managing increasingly complex projects and teams.
• Proven leadership with strong mentoring and motivational abilities.
• Ability to manage relationships with clients, partners, government agencies, and subcontractors.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and email platforms.
• Capable of managing large teams and recruiting talent.
• Strategic thinker with problem-solving and risk management skills.
• Clear understanding of organizational challenges and external market conditions.
• Knowledge of HR policies and practices.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong integrity, confidentiality, analytical, and execution skills.
• Skilled in negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management.
• Able to work effectively under pressure.