Senior Construction Manager

Hitachi Rail; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Hitachi Rail in Mississauga, Ontario seeks a Sr. Construction Manager to oversee metro and light rail projects. The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on coordination on a large-scale infrastructure program.

You will lead planning, scheduling, safety, and vendor coordination; manage resources; ensure regulatory compliance; align with commissioning and handover activities. Requires 10+ years in construction management, a Bachelor’s in Engineering, and strong leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 10+ years in construction management for large infrastructure projects, rail preferred.
• Experience with signalling, telecom and power systems is a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder collaboration.
• PM software proficiency; PMP or CCM is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, coordination, and execution across all project phases.
• Collaborate with engineering, contractors and stakeholders on plans.
• Monitor progress, risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Manage resources to optimize productivity and costs.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, codes, and safety standards.
• Oversee deployment, commissioning and handover activities.
• Communicate progress and address stakeholder concerns.

Skills

Construction management

Leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

PM software

PMP CCM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description

Hitachi Rail is seeking an enthusiastic experienced and self-motivated Sr. Construction Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment, to oversee a prestigious metro and light rail projects. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Accountabilities

• Lead the construction team in planning, coordinating, and executing all phases of the project, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with the engineering team, contractors, and other stakeholders to develop and implement project plans and strategies.
• Monitor construction progress, identify potential risks or delays, and implement proactive measures to mitigate them.
• Manage project resources, including labor, materials, and equipment, effectively to optimize productivity and minimize costs.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, codes, and safety standards throughout the construction process.
• Oversee the deployment phase of the project, ensuring efficient and timely implementation.
• Reviews the overall planning of project activities to identify critical milestones and priorities.
• Communicate regularly with project stakeholders to provide updates on progress, address concerns, and solicit feedback.
• Ensure the project is performed to the standard safety and quality assurance requirements.
• Follow the work progress of all Construction activities to accurately oversee Hitachi and Subcontractor quality standards, in collaboration with the quality manager.
• Coordinate with the Commissioning Manager for handover of the installed system and subsequent test, commissioning and start-up activities.

Required Skills/ Knowledge

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in construction management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, preferably in the rail or transportation sector.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction methodologies, techniques, and best practices.
• Experience managing projects involving signalling, telecom and power supply systems is highly desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Professional certifications such as PMP or CCM are a plus

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Relevant knowledge to ensure that the company is producing high-quality installation and documents that meet customer expectations.

Languages

• Written and spoken English proficiency.

Benefits

Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

Salary Range

$119,900 (CAD) - $179,800 (CAD)

The current applicable Base Salary Pay Range for this role is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills relevant to the role, internal equity, alignment with market data, or other law.

This posting relates to an existing vacancy.

Artificial intelligence may be used in the screening or assessment process for this role.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.