LRT Construction Manager

Parsons Oman; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading infrastructure company as a Construction Manager for a major Light Rail project in Edmonton. Oversee the installation of rail systems, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This role requires strong leadership and project management skills, along with a Bachelor's degree in a construction-related field and significant field experience. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Pension Plans

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Discounts

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of field experience in large, multidisciplinary construction projects.
• Experience in a similar role on transportation projects in an urban environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all construction work for your segment.
• Drive multidisciplinary work delivery to maximize Value In The Ground (VITG).
• Implement safety and quality processes, ensuring safety leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field

Job description

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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a talented Construction Manager to join our team!

The Light Rail Construction Manager – Systems/Construction will lead and coordinate the installation and integration of rail systems including communications, signaling, overhead catenary system (OCS), traction power systems (TPSS), and MEP infrastructure. You will serve as a key interface between civil and systems contractors, ensuring timely, quality delivery in compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This role involves managing a segment of a complex, multi-billion-dollar program, overseeing activities from design through to handover, including coordination with design, procurement, construction, and post-construction activities.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Manage and coordinate all construction work for your segment, providing leadership and direction to the construction team.
• Drive multidisciplinary work delivery to maximize Value In The Ground (VITG) according to the project schedule for systems and MEP aspects.
• Develop staffing plans, 6-month lookaheads, and readiness matrices to ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate with other segments and managers to define scope and documentation requirements.
• Work with Procurement and Contracts teams to ensure resource availability and mitigate resource spikes.
• Ensure technical and procurement expectations are well defined and tracked.
• Identify opportunities for early value delivery and incorporate them into planning.
• Implement safety and quality processes, ensuring safety leadership and method statement adherence.
• Manage work package compliance, quality standards, and submission of construction certificates.
• Monitor and control work package costs and schedules, reporting regularly with the support of the finance team.
• Ensure accurate reporting of quantities, work completion, and claims assessment.
• Be visible in the field, driving production and team engagement.
• Mentor and train team members in site coordination and management of cost, time, and quality.
• Own the project schedule within your segment, ensuring updates and mitigations are in place.
• Ensure full compliance with project standards, including quality, safety, environment, and lifecycle performance.
• Coordinate design and construction implementation with senior leaders to meet project requirements and vision.
• Implement quality processes and ensure work is delivered to the required standards.
• Promote respectful cooperation among all personnel, motivating success.
• Support project communication efforts, providing information to stakeholders and the public.
• Assist in recruiting qualified personnel for the project.
• Contribute to testing and commissioning, including defect correction and as-built documentation.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field for systems (Communications, Signals, OCS, TPSS, MEP) with relevant work experience.
• At least 10 years of field experience in large, multidisciplinary construction projects.
• Experience in a similar role on transportation projects in an urban environment.
• Must be local or willing to relocate to Edmonton, Alberta, for a 3-year project.
• Experience with large joint venture infrastructure projects is preferred.
• Ability to navigate challenging construction terrains and outdoor conditions in Edmonton weather.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not applicable/None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team, dedicated to designing and delivering vital infrastructure worldwide. We value our employees' wellbeing, offering comprehensive benefits including health, vision, dental, pension plans, savings accounts, life insurance, paid time off, holidays, and discounts. Parsons is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, actively promoting representation at all levels.

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