Construction Project Manager

Project Management Institute; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction services company in Kamloops is seeking a Project Manager to oversee construction projects, manage teams, and ensure adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate has extensive construction experience, excellent leadership, and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential, and familiarity with construction drawings is required. This role offers a competitive compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in project management or estimating in construction.
• 2+ years minimum in project management.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Work with a small team and delegate tasks.
• Collaborate with engineers and owners on project specifications.
• Plan construction operations and manage schedules.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Negotiation skills

Education

Diploma or degree in engineering or project management

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Microsoft Project

Job description

Overview

Our Company: CEC is a growing company based out of Kamloops, BC providing services throughout British Columbia. Our company has a fleet of mobile cranes and industrial equipment that we use for hoisting and installing heavy equipment, specializing in bridge building and rehab. We work in the heavy industrial construction sector. We provide mobile crane services as well as bridges, piling, fabrication, and jack & rolls. At CEC, we believe safety comes first above all. Our goal is to use our skills and field knowledge combined with safe work practices, to provide quality crane and industrial construction services to our community.

Responsibilities

• Working directly with and delegating a small team of 2 or 3 people
• Collaborate with engineers and contract owners to determine the specifications of the project
• Determine needed resources (manpower, equipment, and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations
• Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met
• Evaluate progress and prepare detailed reports
• Cost tracking
• Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and report issues
• Prepare and submit project estimates

Ideal candidate

Our ideal hire would have an in-depth understanding of construction procedures and scheduling, as well as project-based needs such as materials, licenses, permits, and equipment. We need someone with strong familiarity with the health and safety standards and specifications required for construction and the capability to assure other employees are following safe work practices and job procedures. We are looking for a team player with leadership skills. Exceptional communication and negotiation skills are an asset. We need someone who is a quick-thinking problem-solver who has experience masterminding construction projects and is ready to face challenges as they arise. We are looking for someone who is organized, motivated, a self starter, who works well with a team or independently.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience combined as a Project manager and/or Estimator in the construction sector
• 2+ years min. in project management
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook
• Experience with Microsoft Project would be an asset
• Must be able to read construction drawings and be familiar with specifications and tender packages
• Experience with quantity take-offs
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• A diploma or degree in engineering or project management is not required but would be an asset.

Compensation will be based on experience and expertise in this field.

If you think you meet these requirements and are looking to be part of a great small team, apply today!