Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

Black & McDonald Limited; Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utilities company is seeking an experienced Project Manager for their Water/Wastewater Projects team in Ontario. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience managing water/wastewater projects, ensuring that all work is performed safely and meets company quality standards. Responsibilities include planning, executing, and controlling project scopes while fostering excellent relationships with stakeholders. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are offered in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Ongoing training and development

Team events and outings

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Management experience in water/wastewater projects.
• Experience with WWTPs, Pumping station upgrades, SCADA upgrades.
• 1-2 years of estimating on ICI or water/wastewater projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for project cost, schedule, quality, safety, and contract performance.
• Plan, prepare, monitor, and manage the construction schedule.
• Establish and maintain relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Construction scheduling

Planning and execution

Organization and time management

Intermediate MS Office knowledge

Knowledge of project management software

Education

Degree or Diploma in Project Management, Construction Engineering Technology, or related field

Tools

Procore

CAD

Revit

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 CONTIBUTE TO THE TEAM

Black & McDonald’s Water/Wastewater Projects 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 on site 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. 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

• Degree or Diploma in Project Management, Construction Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years of Project Management experience in water/wastewater projects
• Experience with projects involving WWTP’s, Pumping station upgrades, SCADA upgrades, potable water upgrades
• 1-2 years estimating on ICI or water/wastewater projects

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Intermediate knowledge and understanding of:

• Construction scheduling, planning, and execution
• Project structural design interpretation
• Established division practices, procedures and techniques
• Business operations processes
• Organization and time management
• MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• Procore, Plangrid or like PM software, JD Edwards or an Oracle-based ERP system is an asset
• CAD, Revit or compatible drawing software programs

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.

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