Senior Project Manager (only applicants from Canada considered)

Spirit Employment and Training Edmonton; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment service provider in Canada seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead construction projects in Saskatchewan and Alberta. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in general construction and mining, a degree in engineering, and effective communication skills. The role requires leadership in managing project compliance, overseeing project metrics, and working closely with stakeholders. This position involves frequent travel to site locations.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience as a Project Manager in General Construction and Mining.
• PMI / PMP designation is an asset.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction and performance contracting projects.
• Ensure adherence to internal Health, Safety, Environmental, Quality Assurance standards.
• Compile and report on project progress.
• Monitor and control project metrics, costs and budgets.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Construction planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Procore Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER. Our client, for the past 20 years, has built a team and operating model to meet the needs of global leaders in their industries. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager, familiar with Industrial Construction, to support projects in Saskatchewan and Alberta.

Job Title : Senior Project Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead construction and performance contracting projects according to contract documents, coordinating a team of professionals and skilled labour with appropriate managerial oversight, delegation of assignments, and information transfer to ensure smooth operation from start to finish.
• Promote and advocate the Company’s vision, mission, and values.
• Ensure adherence and compliance with internal Health, Safety, Environmental, Quality Assurance and Controls, Human Resource / Labour Relations Programs.
• Maintain project compliance with Employment and Payroll legislation.
• Generate project management plans for Industrial construction projects in mining and oil and gas industries; participate in Early Contractor Involvement to input design, scheduling, cost-saving measures, and mitigation of construction risks.
• Support the planning, initiation, and execution of work breakdown structures (WBS), work packages, cost accounts, and earned value methodology.
• Attend and prepare for client meetings, where appropriate.
• Compile and report on project progress on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Ensure all company, client and project policies, procedures, standards, etc., are adhered to.
• Communicate professionally with all stakeholders, including at Executive level meetings.
• Manage and coordinate safety and quality efforts for the project, utilizing safety and QC resources appropriately.
• With the aid of the project controls team, develop, monitor and maintain the project construction schedule daily and review progress with project staff.
• Review, control, and monitor daily Labour, Equipment and Materials (LEMs), where applicable.
• Monitor and control project metrics, costs and budgets.
• Identify changes in scope or differing conditions and secure appropriate change orders for project cost and time.
• Ensure all required project regulatory inspections are performed.
• Prepare and expedite project deficiency lists.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts to protect the company’s interests.
• Proactively resolve challenges and remove barriers between the Company and Contractors, Sub-Contractors, or Clients.
• Establish a trustworthy and harmonious working relationship with Vendors, Contractors, Sub-Contractors, Clients, and all Contract Personnel.
• Coach / Mentor, provide direction, and review performance of Direct Reports.
• Assist, review and negotiate contracts by liaising with legal counsel or other parties, where appropriate.
• Contribute and cooperate among the variable operational and supporting departments.
• Promote opportunities for improvement in all areas of project planning, execution, and closing.
• Report all deviations from plan to the leadership team with a resolution plan.
• Frequent travel to the worksite.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is preferred.
• 15+ years of experience as a Project Manager in General Construction and Mining.
• PMI / PMP designation is an asset.
• Experience with Procore software and asset.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.
• Understanding of construction terms, scheduling and planning concepts.
• Experience with planning, initiation and execution of work breakdown structures (WBS), work packages, cost accounts, earned value methodology.
• Proficiency in computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Professional communicator.
• Excellent work ethic, honest, and leads by example.

Working Environment

• Work is performed in an office setting.
• Some travel to the site may be required.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

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