Project Manager

Marco Group; Halifax; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing

RRSP matching

Wellness program

Health benefits

Job summary

Marco Group seeks an experienced construction professional to lead large commercial projects. You will oversee planning, scheduling, budgeting, and coordinating with project managers, site superintendents and coordinators to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Responsibilities include managing contracts, controlling costs, and maintaining strong client and subcontractor relations. 5+ years in construction and engineering background required.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Engineering or equivalent.
• Demonstrated leadership, project management and problem-solving skills.
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive construction experience.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong ability to build relationships and manage stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, budget, and control construction activities for large commercial projects.
• Ensure construction aligns with design, budget, resources, quality, and schedule.
• Administer primes/subcontracts; negotiate and award scopes of work.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and monthly progress billings.
• Maintain client, consultant, architect, and subcontractor relations.
• Oversee project closeout and commissioning.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relations

Communication

Time management

Negotiation

Relationship building

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree or technologist diploma

Tools

Procore

Project scheduling software

MS Office Suite

Job description

As an awarded Best Managed Company, Marco stands as a powerhouse in the industry. Our enduring legacy of shaping skylines and communities across Atlantic Canada spans decades, all driven by an unwavering commitment to excellence. We specialize in P-3’s, design-building, construction management and general contracting for the retail, commercial, recreational, multi-residential, entertainment, health care, educational and light industrial sectors.

We compete with national firms at every level while maintaining our Atlantic Canadian values of Integrity, Teamwork, and Commitment to making a meaningful impact. We leverage deep local market knowledge to create projects that are not only impressive but also contribute positively to our communities.

Our unwavering commitment extends to our employees as demonstrated through our investments in training, mentorship, and continuous education. A competitive compensation package, employee profit-sharing, a robust corporate wellness program, a vibrant and inclusive work environment, health benefits, RRSP matching and avenues for professional progression further underscore our dedication to our team's well-being and growth.

The Role

Under the guidance of the Vice President of Operations, the successful candidate will work with Project Managers, Site Superintendents and Projects Coordinator to manage the construction activities on large commercial projects. They will be accountable for the overall performance of the project, including costs, schedule, quality, and adherence to company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities Include

• Planning, scheduling, budgeting, and controlling activities during the construction phase of the project(s) in conjunction with the supporting team members
• Ensuring the project is constructed as per design, budget, resources, quality, and schedule.
• Administrating and managing prime contracts and subcontracts, including negotiating and awarding subcontracts for scopes of work and reviewing and evaluating subcontractor performance.
• Managing project budgets and schedules and submitting monthly progress billings
• Fostering and maintaining positive relations and communication with clients, consultants, architects and subcontractors
• Managing project closeout and commissioning

Qualifications

• A degree or diploma in Engineering, Certified Engineering Technician/Technologist, or the equivalent
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills
• 5+ years of progressive construction experience
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Advanced ability to build relationships
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Procore, project management and scheduling software
• Above-average time management skills
• A strong work ethic, a relentless drive to fulfill commitments, and tremendous enthusiasm

Marco Group encourages and embraces a diverse workforce; we love to see candidates applying with varying gender, age, religion, race, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, language, and abilities.