Project Manager - Construction

The Byng Group; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A full-service renovation contractor in Ontario is seeking a Trade Services Associate to oversee project management for multi-residential renovations. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly MS Project. Responsibilities include quality control, client communication, and ensuring project profitability. This role may require occasional travel and work outside of normal business hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in project management.
• Proven track record of completing multi-residential renovation projects.
• Excellent understanding of building drawings, codes, and site specifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality control pre-inspections and during renovations.
• Communicate with Client Representatives.
• Manage overall project closeout including documentation.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Estimation skills

Education

Degree or diploma in construction or civil engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

The Byng Group is a full-service renovation general contractor specialized in multi-residential rent-ready suite upgrades and common area maintenance and renovations in Ontario, Canada and the Northeast United States. Our custom renovation software, project management professionals and integrated manufacturing yield outstanding savings in time and money. We are large enough to serve any client with distinction, while still entrepreneurial enough to creatively meet each client’s unique needs. As leaders in our industry, each member of our team has been selected for their expertise and understanding of the needs and sensitivities of those we serve. Building upon a longstanding foundation of success, The Byng Group has an ambitious strategic plan to grow further across North America in serving multi-family rental clients. Success will be achieved through a combination of expanding existing client relationships, attracting new clients, expanding into new markets, adding new service lines, and acquiring other renovation companies. Byng’s ongoing success will depend on scaling up operations while continuing to deliver the best service in the multi-family industry. In support of this effort, Byng must maintain world class tech-enabled processes and infrastructure to support operations and fuel growth. This includes flawless management of logistics and end-to-end supply chain. Furthermore, Byng must invest in nurturing positive client relationships and listening carefully to feedback to ensure client needs are met.

Responsibilities

• Maintain quality control Pre-inspections and inspections during and after the renovation process
• Communicate with Client Representatives
• Tracking the project from inception to finish and completing the project in timely manner as per the company standards
• Coordinate changes during the course of renovation with Account Managers
• Manage Sign-Offs, Manage the pickup and drop off material to the job site
• Ensure project profitability, schedule adherence and client satisfaction
• Manage overall project closeout including document maintenance, deficiencies and warranty work
• Coordinating and rolling out project plans to all members of the project team for all assigned projects ensuring adherence to project plan, schedule and budgeted cost for projects
• Analyze, measure space and design planning for implementation of interior design strategies.
• Estimate the costs of future products using labour and materials
• Assist in dispatching trades in the morning with material
• Consult with clients to discuss quotations and estimates
• Implement and comply with all health and safety policies and procedures
• Participate in meetings with the prospective clients

Job Requirements

• A degree or college diploma in construction or civil engineering or project management is preferred
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in project management
• A proven track record of successfully completing multi-residential renovation projects
• Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to execute projects on time and on budget
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including MS Project
• Strong interpersonal, communication, facilitation, and presentation skills
• Previous experience of Property Management considered an asset
• Proficiency with existing and current software and prompt aptitude for adapting to new cutting edge technology
• Excellent understanding of building drawings, codes and site specifications

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the duties and responsibilities of the Trade Services Associate position. It is not meant to be an exhaustive list of all tasks that may be assigned. The company reserves the right to modify or amend the job description at any time, based on business needs and requirements. All employees are expected to perform additional duties as required by their supervisor or company management. This position may require occasional travel and work outside of normal business hours to meet project demands.