Powerline Construction Project Manager

Ledcor; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading benefits

Training and development

Career growth opportunities

Team building opportunities

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the execution of large and complex powerline construction projects across Ontario. You will estimate new projects, develop the strategy for execution, coordinate resources, and ensure safety, quality and schedule adherence to keep work on time and within budget.

Office-based when not on projects, with site visits to Ontario locations. Strong leadership, negotiation and communication skills are essential to lead teams and subcontractors and to manage

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of related work experience in managing powerline construction or similar utility / industrial construction projects
• 3+ years cumulative experience estimating powerline construction projects
• Previous experience as a Project Manager or in a similar direct managerial / supervisory role
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction documents, drawings, specifications, current construction practices and methodology
• Strong negotiation skills, management skills and the ability to effectively organize/plan while having multiple priorities
• Strong understanding of construction costs, budget and the ability to plan/manage a project schedule
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with multiple stakeholders, anticipate stakeholder needs, and proactively identify solutions
• A track record of building successful teams and promoting teamwork through motivating, coaching, and consensus-building

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate leadership in health, safety and environmental protection on the project. Apply the requirements of the Project Specific Safety Program (PSSP) to promote overall compliance of Ledcor HS&E standards, applicable OH&S Acts, regulations and codes with all employees and subcontractors on the project.
• Lead all aspects of subcontractor and supplier selection, procurement and negotiations for complex projects and design-build projects.
• Take ownership of pursuit estimates, reviewing and verifying direct and indirect costs. Assigns and manages bid package responsibilities.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for large, complex bids and oversees the quantity takeoff process, including review of takeoff summaries.
• Develop and maintains the construction schedule in conjunction with project team to meet milestones and completion dates.
• Facilitate project meetings and the Project Quality Program to monitor the project's ongoing progression and to ensure project materials are supplied.
• Work with project team to identify and manage opportunities and risks to achieve the best possible impact on schedule and financial targets.
• Maintain, track, and report financial aspects of project including forecasts and billings.

Skills

Powerline construction

Estimating

Project management

Budgeting

Stakeholder communication

Team leadership

Negotiation

Job description

Ledcor is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the execution of large and complex powerline construction projects across Ontario. You will estimate new projects, develop the strategy for execution, coordinate resources, and ensure safety, quality and schedule adherence to keep work on time and within budget.

Office-based when not on projects, with site visits to Ontario locations. Strong leadership, negotiation and communication skills are essential to lead teams and subcontractors and to manage