Senior Project Manager

Bird Construction; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Canada is seeking a Senior Project Manager. In this role, you will oversee project delivery, ensure safety compliance, and manage financial aspects. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Engineering or Construction Management, with over five years of experience in industrial projects, showcasing strong leadership and proficiency in relevant software tools.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience, preferably in industrial projects.
• Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project/Primavera P6, and related tools.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for project delivery ensuring safety, quality, budget, and schedule compliance.
• Manage subcontractors and ensure project documentation is up-to-date.
• Oversee deficiencies and warranty issues after project completion.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Proficiency with MS Project

Proficiency with Primavera P6

Commitment to Safety

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Construction Management

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Bluebeam

PlanGrid

Job description

Senior Project Manager

Where Greatness Grows

At Bird, we believe that the greatest achievements are driven by human potential, vision, and passion. We are a leader in Canadian construction with a legacy spanning over 100 years, impacting communities and shaping skylines across the country.

We are a diverse team of over 5,000 professionals, committed to building careers and relationships based on respect, collaboration, and a solution-focused mindset. Join us to unlock your potential and achieve your goals.

Reporting to the Project Director, the Senior Project Manager is responsible for the total delivery of projects, ensuring safety, quality, budget, and schedule compliance. This position is based in Port Hope, with travel to project sites required.

What You Will Be Doing:

Opportunity Management and Response

• Support and identify business development opportunities for new projects.
• Lead proposal responses to clients with support from marketing and team members.

Pre-Construction Management

• Develop and maintain project schedules using MS Project or Primavera P6.
• Ensure contracts are issued according to schedule.
• Coordinate cost code allocations and hold financial start-up meetings.
• Set up projects, including administration, document control, and planning activities.
• Support estimating during cost planning and tenders.

Construction Management

• Implement quality management programs.
• Support site productivity and conduct start-up meetings.
• Review drawings, submissions, and RFIs for compliance.
• Ensure safety regulations and standards are followed.
• Manage schedules, monitor progress, and hold progress meetings.
• Handle financial management, including billing, invoicing, and payments.
• Manage subcontractors and ensure project documentation is up-to-date.

Post-Construction Management

• Oversee deficiencies and warranty issues.
• Ensure project completion and conduct close-out meetings.

What We Are Looking For:

• Degree in engineering or construction management.
• 5+ years of project management experience, preferably in industrial projects.
• Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project/Primavera P6, SAP, Bluebeam, and PlanGrid.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Our Core Values:

• Safety First: We prioritize a safe work environment.
• Honesty: We act with integrity and transparency.
• Teamwork: Success is a collective effort.
• Excellence: We strive for quality in everything we do.
• Opportunity: We foster growth and inclusivity.

Bird is dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving to reflect the communities we serve and create a supportive environment for all employees.