Construction Senior Project Manager

Turner Construction Company; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Construction Senior Project Manager to lead complex projects in a vibrant team environment. This role offers the chance to manage multiple construction projects, ensuring operational excellence and adherence to safety standards. You will collaborate with architects and engineers, conduct reviews, and engage in continuous improvement initiatives. Join a company recognized for its commitment to quality and inclusivity, where your expertise will contribute to shaping skylines and empowering communities. If you're passionate about construction and ready to take the next step in your career, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Health and Dental Coverage

RRSP Matching

Summer Fridays

Gym Access

Referral Bonus Program

Regular Social Events

Soft and Hard Skill Training Opportunities

End of Year Premium Pay

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of building construction experience required.
• Excellent knowledge of construction cost, scheduling, and engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple large scope construction projects and teams.
• Manage project execution and ensure adherence to safety and compliance.

Skills

Construction Management

Project Engineering

Cost Estimation

Scheduling

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH TURNER CONSTRUCTION

Turner Construction, founded in 1902, is North America's largest general builder, shaping skylines globally with over 11,500 professionals and $17 billion in annual volume. We handle 1,500 projects annually across sectors like healthcare, education, and commercial spaces, combining local agility with global strength.

Since 1951, Turner has been a key player in Canada's construction industry, with nearly $1 billion in annual revenue and over 930 professionals. Our Vancouver team, established in 2011, leads with $300 million in annual revenue and expertise in complex projects. Named one of BC’s Top 100 Employers in 2023 and recognized with multiple industry awards, Turner is committed to quality, safety, and fostering an inclusive work environment.

Turner Construction isn't just about buildings – we’re about building futures, empowering employees, and leaving a lasting legacy for the communities we serve.

THE CONSTRUCTION SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER OPPORTUNITY

Canadian Turner Construction’s Vancouver team is seeking a full-time Construction Senior Project Manager. The role requires availability to work on-site or in the head office from Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, and reports to the Operations Manager or Project Executive. In this role, you will oversee multiple and large scope construction projects and teams; manage technical, administrative and training support for project development, with emphasis on project engineering in collaboration with the Operations team.

As a Construction Senior Project Manager, you will:

• Manage multiple projects and serve as a resource to Operations teams, offering engineering and other project engineering related insight, knowledge, direction, and support.
• Perform constructability reviews during Preconstruction and work with the Preconstruction team to prepare estimates for multiple assigned projects.
• Participate in project tenders, bid leveling, and scope reviews, and award meetings.
• Oversee execution of multiple client contracts.
• Attend Operational Review Meetings (ORM) and Owner Architect Contractor (OAC) meetings for assigned projects.
• Engage and communicate with Architects and Engineers on topics important to the construction industry and impacts to projects.
• Review assigned projects’ Project Execution Plan and Quality Control (QC) Plans.
• Participate in each project’s start-up and maintain a general overview of project procedures throughout the project.
• Attend and actively participate in project staff resourcing meetings.
• Ensure projects maintain strict adherence to safety, ethics, and compliance requirements at all times.
• Conduct weekly reviews and adherence of Project Schedule for assigned projects.
• Review project forecasting and attend Turner Forecasting System (TFS) meetings with project teams across each assigned project.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits to assigned projects and attend jobsite meetings to assist with risk management.
• Manage QC inspections to ensure installations are per contract documents and in accordance with approved shop drawings.
• Monitor and assist in development, training, and evaluation of project staff across projects.
• Remain current on Turner’s value-add services and manage jobsite rollout of new technologies throughout assigned projects.
• Collect great practices or good examples and formats for various procedures or methods, including scheduling, budgeting and QC Plans from jobsite visits and share across projects.
• Foster open exchange of information and regularly lead meetings to discuss operational excellence (e.g., budgeting, QC, etc.), current challenges, relevant issues, lessons learned, and lean initiatives.
• Focus on continuous improvement efforts for content within procedures manuals; expand new content and procedures for areas in need of attention.
• Ensure each project maintains up-to-date Launch and Closeout Boards; review closeout procedures with each project, and present and report on project status during Launch and Closeout meetings.
• Lead creation of and make available various detailed project checklists with emphasis on risk management.
• Take lead of off-site document storage and retrieval for each assigned project.
• Attend conferences and industry seminars to gather information on new technologies or new systems to review impact to projects.
• Conduct timely performance and development discussions with direct reports and complete related documentation. Ensure supervisors across assigned projects engage in regular performance and development discussions with their direct reports.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Is this the right role for you:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited degree program in Engineering or Architecture, minimum 8 years of building construction experience required or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.
• Excellent knowledge of construction cost, scheduling, estimating, purchasing, and engineering principles and techniques, and basic understanding of Turner accounting procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of various construction methods and materials, their characteristics, installation procedures and tolerances.
• Management and leadership experience.
• Excellent presentation delivery, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Understanding of continuous improvement methods and tools.
• Possess solid problem solving and analytical capabilities, familiar with basic lean culture and concepts.
• Advanced project management skills, able to manage concurrent projects and prioritize responsibilities for self and team.
• Approachable and effectively interact with all employee levels and management.
• Proficient computer skills and Microsoft suite of applications.

At Turner, we appreciate the strength that every member brings. As you offer your unique knowledge and help carry our company forward, we guarantee to support you in your individual growth journey. The annual base salary range for this position may be CA$135,000 to CA$175,000, depending on experience and fit. Besides a competitive base compensation, we offer a thorough benefits program including End of Year Premium Pay, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, Summer Fridays, gym access, referral bonus program, regular social events, soft and hard skill training opportunities, and much more!

HOW TO START YOUR JOURNEY WITH TURNER CONSTRUCTION

We are always looking for talented people who fit our positive culture and are passionate about what they do! If you feel Turner Construction is the right fit for you, here is how to apply:

• Click "Apply" on this posting.
• Add your cover letter and resume.
• Connect with one of our Turner team members through LinkedIn.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

More Opportunities:

• Community & Citizenship Committee: Come join our C&C Committee to get involved in facilitating and coordinating various community-oriented initiatives and projects that align with the company's values and objectives. This committee brings Turner and the community together by fostering positive relationships and creating a sense of social responsibility among employees.
• Social Committee: Opportunity to get involved with the social committee that focuses on organizing and managing social and recreational activities for employees. This committee plays a significant role in enhancing the workplace environment and improving overall employee morale. It creates a positive and engaging workplace atmosphere.
• Growth and Development: Turner provides constant support to their employees by using tools to review employees' capabilities, accomplishments, and progress. These are in place to ensure all team members have constant check-ins, feedback sessions and goal settings to ensure they are performing at their best and get the support needed to grow professionally.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The job requires climbing stairs, using hoists and ladders, and navigating construction areas. Employees will frequently sit, climb, stoop, kneel, use tools, and work with computers. Vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The role involves mobility, occasional travel, and work at various sites. Employees must lift up to 10 pounds regularly and 25 pounds occasionally. Work environments include construction sites with exposure to hazards like mechanical parts, heights, fumes, and noise. Employees must follow safety policies, with accommodations available for disabilities.

Thank you for your interest in Turner Construction! Due to the high volume of applicants, we can only respond to shortlisted; however, we will keep your information on file for future opportunities.

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer —minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

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