Senior Construction Project Manager

MP Lundy Construction; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale construction projects in Ottawa. This role offers the opportunity to manage teams on significant projects ranging from $30M to $75M, ensuring successful execution through effective leadership and communication. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction management, a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget, and the ability to foster productive relationships with clients and stakeholders. Join a dedicated team where your expertise will contribute to the success of diverse construction endeavors while navigating the challenges of the industry.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in ICI/residential construction projects valued $30M-$75M.
• Post-secondary education in Civil Engineering or Construction Management required.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for project success and reporting to the V.P. Construction.
• Manage project teams and ensure adherence to schedule and budget.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Project Financial Controls

Risk Management

Mathematical Aptitude

Construction Management

Problem Solving

Education

Post-Secondary Education in Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management Software

Job description

ABOUT US

Established in 1967, M.P. Lundy Construction (Lundy) strives every day to provide the best possible construction experience to our clients. We understand that every client has unique needs and the undertaking of a major construction project can be a challenging and stressful time. We are here to simplify the construction process while safeguarding our client’s sanity and investment during all phases of the work, be it a new build, expansion, rejuvenation, or refurbishment. In this place of risk and leaps of confidence, the Lundy team is there to ensure phenomenal project success.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the V.P. Construction, the Senior Project Manager is accountable for project success and provides leadership to the project team. Overall project accountability rests with the Project Manager, including tracking the overall project progress and reporting back to the Owner.

We’re searching for a proven leader, capable of managing project teams of five or more people, with excellent communication and organizational skills. They are capable of administering contract controls and costs, developing and maintaining construction scheduling, and delivering predictable results through a relationship of trust with the project stakeholders, including the client, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors. Please note that this role will be primarily based at a project site.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accountable for progress reports to the V.P. Construction on all aspects of performance related to project construction implementation.
• Work directly with the Estimating Department on project budgeting and tendering.
• Review and approve project invoices in a timely manner, interface with the Accounting department, and responsible for all cost control documentation.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the Lundy project team. Collectively the team is responsible to achieve the schedule and budgetary goals of the project.
• Follow all company procedures for the proper set up and startup of new projects; liaise with Estimating and Business Development to obtain and review all project information and become intimate with and fulfill all contract requirements; set project schedule and budgetary goals and finalize project procurement.
• Validate construction cost estimates; create the schedule of values for budget and progress billing; reconcile all costs and mitigate budget overruns; review labour and material budgets regularly.
• Review and approve all trade contractor claims; review reports generated from accounting against project records to ensure accuracy and adjust cost to complete projections monthly; approve all project invoices.
• Ensure project cash flow adequately covers project costs; analyze risk and report monthly to V.P. Construction on project status.
• Develop and update the master project schedule; create a suitable work breakdown structure and set realistic target dates & milestones; report on progress against plan including written notification of project schedule delays to secure Lundy’s rights under the terms of the contract and communicate schedule updates to the owner/consultants monthly.
• Manage the prime contracts; support the Estimating department with the evaluation and negotiation of subcontracts; integrate supplementary instructions (RFI/SI/CCN/CD), evaluate impact on budget and schedule; negotiate and approve COs.
• Prepare and maintain project risk register; communicate and review project risks with project stakeholders regularly and in a timely manner; develop strategies for risk mitigation.
• Provide regular progress reports to the project stakeholders on all aspects of the project, including safety, quality, budget, schedule, risk, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 7-10 years of experience building ICI and/or residential construction projects from $30M up to $75M in contract value, including base building fitups, warehouses, high-rise and long-term care facilities.
• Post-Secondary education in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent.
• Certification such as PMP, P.Eng etc. is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated success in effectively prioritizing tasks based on demand and deadlines and effectively work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• A track record that clearly demonstrates effective leadership when interacting with multiple external clients and stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of contract terms and conditions.
• Fundamental understanding of project financial controls.
• An effective and collaborative communicator with the ability to develop productive working relationships with employees at all levels.
• Demonstrated competency with Microsoft Office including: Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• General understanding and commitment to QA/QC policies and procedures as well as Health and Safety practices /requirements.
• Design/build experience is an asset.
• Committed team player with excellent interpersonal skills and progressive leadership style.
• Knowledge of estimating techniques and strategies is an asset.
• Strong mathematical and financial aptitude.
• Experience with project or construction management software.
• An ability to read, understand, interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Results- and solutions-oriented with a sense of urgency and the drive to succeed. Thrives in a deadline-driven fast-paced environment.
• Resourceful, energetic and well organize with the experience and proven ability to set and manage competing priorities.
• Driver’s license and the ability to travel to job sites.
• Ability to obtain a Government of Canada ‘Secret’ security clearance is required.