Project Manager

Socket.dev; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Red Deer, Alberta, is seeking a Project Manager to plan and oversee construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget compliance. You will coordinate materials, schedules, and vendor relations while aligning with the company’s Mission, Vision and Values.

You’ll interpret architectural drawings, negotiate with suppliers, manage change orders, and communicate progress to customers and contractors.

Qualifications

• Must have strong written and verbal skills in both English and French.
• University degree or college diploma in related field or equivalent work - related experience.
• Project Management or Architectural Engineering certificate or 2-3 years' related experience.
• Proficient computer skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Complete or coordinate detailing of materials for project; ensure accurate submittal package and production worksheets are produced.
• Suggest alternate products for projects based on extensive knowledge of products.
• Complete or coordinate accurate ordering/sourcing/itemizing of materials for project; align with general contractor schedules and minimize freight costs.
• Direct and manage on-time scheduling/shipping/install of materials; arrange outbound freight as required.
• Coordinate with accounting to ensure prompt billings and accuracy with contracts and change orders; assist in collections by communicating with general contractors.
• Conduct project postmortems and identify successful and unsuccessful processes.
• Manage the sales contract for maximum profit by value-add selling of product alternates and change orders.
• Provide exceptional customer service; build relationships with industry members.
• Communicate with general contractor and respond to changes by issuing change orders; conduct regular site visits.
• Ensure disputes with contractors are resolved promptly through inspection and discussion.

Skills

Product knowledge

Building codes

Architectural drawings

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Project management

Process improvement

Prioritization

Communication skills

Accountability

Goal-oriented

Mathematical aptitude

Education

University or college degree in related field

PM or Architectural Engineering certificate

2-3 years related experience

MS Office proficiency

Tools

MS Office

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Project managers are responsible for planning and overseeing projects to ensure they are completed in a timely fashion and within budget. Project managers plan and designate resources, compare estimated budget to ongoing budget, monitor progress, and keep team members and customers informed throughout the project life cycle. This is all done within the confines of the company's Mission, Vision and Values.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

But not limited to…

Duties :

• Complete or coordinate detailing of materials for project; ensure accurate submittal package and production worksheets are produced
• Suggest alternate products for projects based on your extensive knowledge of products
• Complete or coordinate accurate ordering/sourcing/itemizing of materials for project in a timely manner; be aware of general contractor's schedule and achieve lowest cost freight
• Direct and Manage on-time scheduling/shipping/install of materials for project; outsource outbound freight and install as required
• Coordinate with accounting to ensure prompt billings and ensure accuracy with contract and change orders issued; assist in collections by communicating with general contractors and resolving issues
• Conduct project postmortems and identify successful and unsuccessful processes within the project.
• Manage the sales contract for maximum profit by value-add selling of product alternates, processing change orders, rectifying deficiencies promptly, etc.
• Provide exceptional customer service; build relationships with industry members
• Communicate with general contractor and respond to changes on the project in a timely manner by issuing change orders promptly; regular site visits to active construction sites
• Ensure that disputes with contractors are resolved promptly through inspection, discussion, and decision making
• Other Duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Extensive related product knowledge and experience required
• Knowledge of building code requirements pertaining to life safety, security, electronics and fire codes
• Ability to interpret and understand architectural drawings
• Strong negotiation skills
• High level attention to detail
• Project Management, Management Proficiency, Process Improvement
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• High level of commitment and accountability to get the job done
• Goal and result oriented
• Strong mathematical aptitude

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Must have strong written and verbal skills in both English and French
• University degree or college diploma in related field or equivalent work - related experience
• Project Management or Architectural Engineering certificate or 2-3 years' related experience
• Proficient computer skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

WORK CONDITIONS

• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Travel to visit customers, construction sites, attend site meetings, measuring openings, consulting on site conditions.
• Lifting of supplies and Materials

This is a new position