Senior Construction Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Vacation

Job summary

Hitachi Rail Limited in Mississauga, Ontario, seeks an experienced Sr. Construction Manager to oversee metro and light rail projects.

The role spans administrative to strategic duties in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on delivering on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years in construction management, strong leadership and communication skills, and a background in rail or transportation projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in construction management with large-scale infra projects.
• Rail/transportation sector experience preferred.
• Proficiency in project management software; PMP/CCM a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the construction team in planning, coordinating, and executing all project phases on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, contractors and stakeholders to develop and implement project plans and strategies.
• Monitor progress, identify risks or delays, and implement proactive mitigation measures.
• Manage resources including labor, materials and equipment to optimize productivity and costs.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, codes, and safety standards throughout construction.
• Coordinate with commissioning to ensure smooth handover and start-up activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

PMP or CCM certification

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)

This posting relates to an existing vacancy.

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

Equal Opportunity

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.