Project Manager, Building Construction

Ledcor; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 93,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Kelowna is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee commercial and residential construction projects. Responsibilities include managing project schedules and budgets, ensuring safety and quality standards, and leading construction teams. Candidates must have over 6 years of experience and preferably a degree in Construction or Engineering. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience managing construction projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction documents.
• Capable of anticipating constructability issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage project plans and schedules.
• Lead construction team meetings.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership in health and safety

Budget management

Strong negotiation skills

Team building

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Post-secondary education in Construction or Engineering

Job description

You’re a seasoned Project Manager with over 6 years of experience managing commercial and residential construction projects. You will be responsible for developing and executing project plans and schedules while ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality. Your proven track record includes successfully managing budgets, schedules, and scope for a demanding portfolio of projects and clients.

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Essential Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates leadership in health, safety, and environmental protection on the project
• Applies the requirements of the Project Specific Safety Program (PSSP) to promote overall compliance with Ledcor HS&E standards, applicable OH&S Acts, regulations, and codes with all employees and subcontractors on the project
• Creates and facilitates the Project Quality Program to ensure project materials are supplied and work is completed accordingly
• Ensures that projects are built according to approved plans, specifications, shop drawings, and applicable building codes and that quality standards are maintained
• Develop and maintain the construction schedule in conjunction with the project team to meet milestones and completion dates
• Leads project meetings with internal and external stakeholders to monitor and support the project’s ongoing progression
• Provides strong leadership to construction team members, capitalizing on individual and group strengths to ensure project targets are achieved
• Identifies and manages opportunities and risks to achieve the best possible impact on schedule and financial targets
• Maintains, tracks, and reports all financial aspects of the project including forecasts and billings
• Manages the procurement process including subcontractor/trade/supplier negotiations and awards

Qualifications:

• 6+ years of related work experience as a Project Manager or in a similar direct managerial/supervisory role
• Completed post-secondary education in Construction, Engineering or related discipline an asset
• Proven experience in managing new build commercial and residential construction projects, within either a general contracting or subcontracting capacity.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction documents, drawings, specifications, costs, budgets and current construction practices and methodology
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with multiple stakeholders, understand and interpret stakeholder needs and identify solutions to non-routine queries
• Capable of anticipating constructability issues in moderate to complex situations and creating solutions in the construction plan and schedule
• Strong negotiation skills: ability to influence and persuade others to reach a consensus
• A track record of building successful teams and promoting teamwork through motivating and coaching

Working Conditions:

• This is an office & site-based role located in Kelowna and surrounding areas
• Must be willing to travel within British Colombia and Alberta
• A valid driver’s license, clean driving abstract, and proof of insurance with a minimum $2M liability coverage are required
• WHMIS 2015 and CSTS training certification (completed or willingness to obtain)
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol requirements

Compensation

$93,600 - $128,700 Annually

This is the expected base pay range for this role. Individual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors including experience, knowledge, skills, education and location.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Additional Information

Ledcor Building offers full-service construction for commercial, residential, institutional, and light industrial projects, along with expertise in green building. Our depth of knowledge and expertise come from building hundreds of projects – of all sizes – across North America each year.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.