project manager, construction

BG Custom Homes Limited.; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management company in Halifax seeks an experienced project manager to oversee construction projects. The candidate will be responsible for budget management, staff supervision, and quality control. Required qualifications include PM certifications, strong communication skills, and proficiency in software tools like MS Project and Excel. This role also offers flexible hours and group insurance benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those in the construction industry.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Group insurance benefits

Free parking available

Mileage paid

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing and submitting construction project budget estimates.
• Ability to recruit, hire and supervise staff and volunteers.
• Knowledge of quality control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit budget estimates for construction projects.
• Plan and monitor construction schedules and milestones.
• Oversee the analysis of data and information related to projects.

Skills

Project management

Supervision

Quality control

Budget management

Communication

Education

Leadership for safety excellence course

CPR Certificate

Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Project

MS Word

Job description

• Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates
• Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers
• Hire and supervise activities of subcontractors
• Plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones and monitor progress
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements
• Establish and implement policies and procedures for quality control
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems
• Read blueprint, schemas and drawings
• Plan and manage budgets
• Direct the purchase of building materials and land acquisitions
• Develop and implement quality control programs
• Oversee the analysis of data and information
• Prepare reports

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people
• 3-4 people
• Contractors

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Leadership for safety excellence course
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate
• Fall Arrest Protection Training Course
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Access
• MS Excel
• MS Office
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Project
• MS Word

Equipment and machinery experience

• Hand tools

Area of specialization

• Project management

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Eligible for professional liability insurance
• Reference required

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Large caseload

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Accountability
• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you live near the job location?

Employment terms options

• Flexible hours

Employment terms options

• Day
• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes
• Group insurance benefits
• Mileage paid

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Other benefits
• Variable or compressed work week