Manager - Project Delivery

Drake International; Tillsonburg; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm is seeking a Manager - Project Delivery to oversee project management activities in Tillsonburg. You will ensure project timelines and budgets are met, lead a team, and drive process improvements. The ideal candidate has experience in construction management, leadership capabilities, and a degree in a relevant field. This role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive benefits package

RRSP and Profit Sharing Programs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Boot & Wellness Allowances

Educational Reimbursement

Corporate Discounts

Company Events and Celebrations

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in management or supervisory role.
• 2-5 years of experience in the construction industry.
• PMP or Engineering designation is an asset.
• Experience managing a team of 5-10 direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight on active projects, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
• Monitor project-related invoices and payments.
• Drive process and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Effectively lead, manage, and develop the Project Management team.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Post Secondary Education in Business, Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Our client is seeking a Manager - Project Delivery to join their management team.

What you will do:

• Provide hands-on oversight of all active projects through close collaboration with individual Project Managers, ensuring timelines, budgets, and client expectations are met.
• Monitor project-related invoices and payments to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Lead change order management efforts by tracking modifications and ensuring all additional costs are appropriately captured.
• Partner with Project Managers and Builders to clearly communicate the impacts of project changes and manage expectations.
• Host and support project kick-off meetings to ensure smooth project initiation and address potential concerns early.
• Drive process and continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows, eliminate duplication, and prioritize high-value tasks across the organization.
• Set and maintain group goals and performance objectives; track, forecast, and report on critical KPIs regularly.
• Monitor and balance project workloads across the team to ensure capacity is managed appropriately.
• Oversee the NCR (Non-Conformance Report) program, identifying and investigating systemic issues and contributing to continuous improvement.
• Maintain strong communication with District Managers to ensure they are informed and actively supporting project and builder needs.
• Ensure timely follow-up and resolution of customer feedback to uphold service Dependably demonstrates a relentless obsession with higher purpose, values alignment, focus, simplicity, and clarity.
• Apply working knowledge of structural steel and its components to assist in solving customer challenges related to design criteria, ideally without engineering escalation.
• Effectively lead, manage, and develop the Project Management team, including onboarding, coaching, and training.
• Strategic Planning and Business Management practical knowledge
• Understand Metal Building construction methods and details
• Understand Conventional construction methods and details
• Strong analytical background is preferred

What we are looking for:

• Post Secondary Education in Business, Engineering or Construction Management
• 5-8 years of experience in management or supervisory role in either a Sales and/or Project Management Capacity.
• 2-5 years of experience within the construction industry or related project delivery field
• PMP or Engineering designation would be considered an asset. Preference will be given to those with either civil or structural steel engineering experience.
• Other management experience related to construction or buildings will be considered
• Experience managing a team of 5-10 direct reports

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive benefits package, including Health Spending Account
• RRSP and Profit Sharing Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Boot & Wellness Allowances
• Employee Referral Program
• Computer / Adflo Purchase Program
• Corporate Discounts
• Years of Service Rewards
• Educational Reimbursement
• Company Events and Celebrations

Our team is eager to connect with candidates who meet the job requirements. If this sounds like a fit for you, we invite you to apply today!

Since 1951, Drake International has been a global leader in flexible and permanent staffing, connecting people with the right roles at any career stage, both in Canada and worldwide. As a leading recruitment and HR partner, we collaborate directly with employers to bring you the best opportunities at no cost, ensuring a human-centered approach that helps everything work seamlessly.

Drake International is an equal opportunity employer and champions accessibility, inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We are committed to providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please contact your Branch Representative at 226-546-3337.