senior project manager, construction

District Mechanical; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A mechanical engineering firm in Canada is seeking a Project Manager for institutional construction. This role involves coordinating subcontractors, managing budgets, and implementing quality control programs. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience and a Professional Engineering certification. Benefits include a health care plan and team building opportunities.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Team building opportunities

Wellness program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical engineering or related fields.
• Experience with project management and budget planning.
• Professional Engineer Certification (P. Eng.) required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate subcontractors' activities and manage daily operations.
• Prepare and submit project budget estimates.
• Develop and implement quality control programs.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

College diploma in mechanical engineering

Tools

MS Project

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Work Term

• Permanent

Work Language

• English

Hours

• 37.5 to 44 hours per week

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

• 5 years or more

Field

• Mechanical engineering/mechanical technology/technician

Work site environment

• Interior

Work setting

• Office
• Willing to relocate
• Institutional construction
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Commercial and/or industrial construction
• Head office

Budgetary responsibility

• $4,000,001 - $8,000,000
• $8,000,001 +

Tasks

• Coordinate subcontractors activities
• Evaluate daily operations
• Plan and organize daily operations
• Select trade subcontractors
• Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates
• Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers
• Hire and supervise activities of subcontractors
• Plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones and monitor progress
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements
• Establish and implement policies and procedures for quality control
• Read blueprint, schemas and drawings
• Plan and manage budgets
• Direct the purchase of building materials and land acquisitions
• Develop and implement quality control programs
• Develop risk management plans
• Oversee the analysis of data and information
• Prepare reports

Supervision

• Contractors
• Staff in various areas of responsibility

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Leadership for safety excellence course
• Professional Engineer Certification (P. Eng.)
• Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Office
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Project
• MS Word
• Tablet computer

Construction specialization

• Industrial, commercial and institutional

Area of specialization

• Project management

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver\'s licence
• Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Large caseload

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Accountability

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Stocks/shares

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Team building opportunities
• Wellness program