Project Manager - Transportation Projects

Black & McDonald Limited; Canada; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to plan, organize, and evaluate projects. You will ensure that projects meet safety, quality, and budget standards while establishing relationships with stakeholders. Applicants should have 3-5 years of project management experience in the construction industry. This position offers opportunities for long-term growth in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Ongoing training and development

Long-term stability

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of Project Management and Estimating experience in the unionized construction company.
• Experience in transportation infrastructure, MTO, Transit, Traffic Signals, Municipal and City projects or civil utilities projects is an asset.
• Experience in estimating is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for assigned project in regards to cost, schedule, quality, safety, and contract performance.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards as per company policy.
• Monitor and report on progress, labour productivity, work outcomes, budget, and cost.
• Prepare and submit project estimates and negotiate changes in scope.

Skills

Construction estimation skills

Scheduling

Planning

Project design interpretation

Organization

Time management

Education

Project Management

Civil/Transportation Engineering

Electrical Engineering Technology

Construction Management

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)

Procore Construction Software

Accubid

JD Edwards or Oracle-based ERP system

Job description

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

We offer:

• A family business with family values
• Team events and outings year-round
• Competitive compensation
• Interesting and challenging work – we’re leaders in the industry
• Ongoing investment in training and development
• Long-term stability and opportunity for growth
• Number one in Utilities Safety Construction
• A commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

WHAT YOU WILL CONTINUE TO THE TEAM

Black & McDonald’s Utilities team is growing! If you are an independent, enthusiastic, and driven professional searching for an opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. The Project Manager is located between site and office, and reports directly to the Division Manager.

Project Managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate assigned project(s) from start to finish and in accordance with schedule, specifications and budget. Their primary focus is safety, planning, monitoring progress, scheduling, quality, costs management, estimating, reporting, and managing project change under the direction of senior leadership.

Project Management Duties and responsibilities include:

• Provide leadership for assigned project in regards to cost, schedule, quality, safety, and contract performance
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards as per company policy and contract specifications
• Establish and maintain excellent relationships with all stakeholders including Black & McDonald team members, clients, consultants, joint venture partners, trades, subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and the community, while keeping them informed of relevant information
• Plan, prepare, monitor, and manage construction schedule and milestones
• Ensure work is performed in compliance with applicable standards – ie. HSE regulations, company policies and procedures, and contract requirements
• Monitor and report on progress, labour productivity, work outcomes, budget, cost, and forecast
• Prepare and submit project estimates and price/negotiate all changes in scope as required
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and consultants
• Review work/contracts/WIP for areas of risk and correct deficiencies
• Ensure material and equipment are available to tradespersons
• Ensure monthly cost forecasting and checklists are completed accurately and on time
• Ensure accurate productivity reports are completed weekly.

WHAT YOU CAN OFFER

An education in:

• Project Management
• Civil/Transportation Engineering
• Electrical Engineering Technology
• Construction Management
• 3-5 years of Project Management AND Estimating experience in the unionized construction company
• Experience in transportation infrastructure, MTO, Transit, Traffic Signals, Municipal and City projects or civil utilities projects is considered an asset
• Experience in estimating is an asset

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Intermediate knowledge and understanding of:

• Construction estimation skills are an asset
• Scheduling, planning, and execution
• Project design interpretation
• Established division practices, procedures and techniques
• Business operations processes
• Organization and time management

Intermediate user of:

• MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• Procore Construction Software
• Use of Accubid is considered an asset
• JD Edwards or an Oracle-based ERP system is an asset

Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process. Additionally, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with accessibility accommodation requirements. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.