Construction Project Manager - Toronto, Canada

DECIMA; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services company in Toronto is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead multiple data center projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in construction and project management, with strong communication and organizational skills. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including health insurance and performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Paid time off

Performance-based bonuses

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction and project management experience.
• Strong working knowledge of contract management and project delivery methods.
• Experience in client-facing positions with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned work from start to close out, ensuring timely delivery.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations for management on project progress.
• Identify project risks and provide recommendations.

Skills

Construction management

Project management

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Decima International is a professional services company, providing project management and controls services to clients in the United States and the Middle East. Our mission is to become the premier professional services provider across all industry sectors we are engaged in. To accomplish this, Decima International’s founders established a simple yet powerful formula:

Approach each client engagement as apartnership, create an environment that attracts themost talented professionalsand allows them to flourish, and regulategrowthto maintainexcellencein our service standards.

We are looking for a driven and capableConstruction Project Manager to support us with the development of multiple data center projects for top technology clients in the world. This is a client-facing role that requires strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills, the ability to self-direct, client representation, and an emphasis on strong project management fundamentals. Must be able to manage multiple projects concurrently and across multiple regions. A strong background in data center development, design, engineering, controls, and operational requirements is a big plus.

You will play an integral role in mentoring staff, forming long-term relationships with clients, and pursuing new work, including strategy development, positioning, proposing, and negotiating contracts.

We are looking to bring in dedicated individuals with a passion for innovation and talent for multitasking in a fast-paced environment. We will help you grow, pursue, and fulfill what inspires you so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Versed in modern project management techniques within complex, multi-functional organizations; have an understanding and knowledge of engineering, design, procurement and contracting, safety, construction, and commissioning.
• Establish a strong relationship with the client and communicate with both technical and management-level personnel.
• Manage assigned work from start to close out, covering all aspects related to work delivery in order to ensure that the work is conducted in a timely and effective manner.
• Prepare PowerPoint decks and present to management on progress, findings, and recommendations.
• Review project plans, requirements, and specifications.
• Prepare RFPs and support the process of contractor selection and contract award.
• Work with contractors to establish CPM baseline schedules.
• Perform resource analyses to identify potential bottlenecks and resource strain
• Identify project risks, gaps, and opportunities, and provide recommendations to stakeholders to mitigate the impact of these risks and take advantage of opportunities.
• Facilitate, run, and chair project meetings (including OAC meetings) and maintain accurate meeting minutes and action items.
• Review and validate project progress, contractor pay applications, and invoices.
• Carry out financial and technical appraisals of project options. Perform feasibility studies, site surveys, and liaison with designers, engineers, superintendents, and construction managers as required.
• Support business development efforts by contributing to strategy development, positioning, proposing, and negotiating contracts.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required qualifications:

• 10+ years of construction and project management experience
• Bachelor’s degree in construction, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, project management, or related technical field
• An excellent understanding of construction, mechanical, and electrical systems
• Strong working knowledge of pre-design and pre-construction, contract management, project delivery methods, building systems/components, and technology
• Experience developing various types of reports, targeting different audiences
• Experience in client-facing positions
• Demonstrated ability to understand technical and complicated construction programs and the ability to communicate progress to both technical and management-level personnel
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate with any audience clearly and accurately
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's in Construction Management
• BSc. Degree in Construction Engineering
• Earned Value Management experience
• Active membership in PMI, CCMA, or similar associations
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Strong background in data center development and construction

POSITION DETAILS

• Primary Location: Toronto, Canada (On-site)
• Position: Construction Project Manager
• Position Classification: Salary-based full-time regular hours
• Current work permit required. This position does not offer sponsorship for employment (Visa sponsorship or transfer not offered)

PRODUCTIVITY TOOLS

• Microsoft Project
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft 365

Decima International is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

At Decima International, we offer a competitive salary package, including paid time off and performance-based bonuses. We also provide excellent medical, vision and dental insurance for our employees.

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