Heavy Civil General Construction Manager (Projects based near Prince George, B.C.)

Jim Dent Construction; Hope; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in British Columbia is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee project operations and coordinate with various teams, ensuring adherence to project plans and timelines. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of field experience, effective communication skills, and the ability to lead a team under pressure.

Qualifications

• 8 years of field experience in a similar role.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project operations and manage daily direction of workers.
• Coordinate with administrative needs and project compliance.
• Lead site meetings to ensure project momentum.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Team leadership

Effective communication

Adaptability

Job description

Role:

The role of the Construction Manager is to oversee project operations and ensure alignment with the project plan. Serving as the primary on-site contact, effective communication with field operations, Project Management, and the head office is essential for the Project's success. The Construction Manager bridges the field, Project Management, and corporate office, setting expectations and providing support across all departments, both on-site and at the site office.

Responsibilities:

• General management of the projects and daily direction for workers
• Strategically plan equipment and trades based on the demands of the projects
• Coordinate with the head and site office to ensure the administrative needs of the projects are met
• Coordinate and supervise all onsite construction activities and manage all changes as required
• Preside over site meetings to keep the project moving forward &/or avoid project disruption
• Schedule subcontractors, consultants, and vendors in the critical path to ensure effective management of time and scope of the project
• Follow and enforce safety management plan and safe operating procedures
• Follow and enforce the environmental protection plan
• Coordinates sign off on all labour hours
• Create and manage the scheduling of crews
• Support Project Management on construction schedule inputs
• Coordination of all required compliance with local jurisdictions for the project
• Resolving scheduling or work interruptions for project
• Training and mentoring of all employees on assigned project

Qualifications:

• 8 years of field experience in a similar role.
• Proven ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and be a team leader.
• Effective communication skills, confident interacting with key contacts in verbal, written and electronic form.
• Adaptable under pressure.

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