Sr. Construction Manager

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international rail firm is looking for a Sr. Construction Manager in Mississauga, Canada. This role involves overseeing large-scale metro and light rail projects, ensuring all phases meet quality, timeline, and budget standards. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of construction management experience and strong technical knowledge in construction methodologies. Comprehensive benefits and a commitment to diversity are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Long term disability and life insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid vacation

Flextime

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in construction management for large-scale projects.
• Experience in rail or transportation infrastructure projects.
• Professional certifications such as PMP or CCM are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate construction team activities.
• Monitor construction progress and manage project risks.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.

Skills

Construction management

Technical knowledge of construction methodologies

Leadership

Communication

Project management software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Overview

About Hitachi Rail: A career at Hitachi Rail helps create a legacy. With operations worldwide, our work advances digital transformation and technology. We value diversity, sustainability, and innovation in the way we work to bring people together.

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 position is based in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada.

Responsibilities

• Lead the construction team in planning, coordinating, and executing all project phases, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Collaborate with the engineering team, contractors, and other stakeholders to develop and implement project plans and strategies.
• Monitor construction progress, identify risks or delays, and implement proactive measures to mitigate them.
• Manage project resources, including labor, materials, and equipment, to optimize productivity and minimize costs.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, codes, and safety standards throughout the construction process.
• Oversee the deployment phase of the project, ensuring efficient and timely implementation.
• Review overall planning of project activities to identify critical milestones and priorities.
• Communicate regularly with project stakeholders to provide updates, address concerns, and solicit feedback.
• Ensure the project is performed to standard safety and quality assurance requirements.
• Follow the progress of all construction activities to ensure 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 delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, preferably in rail or transportation.
• 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 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 produces 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 work/life programs such as flextime and a variety of training and development opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and worldview.

For more about Hitachi Rail and our latest jobs, visit https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.