Steel Project Manager

OSCO Construction Group; Saint John; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Manager to oversee various construction projects, ensuring they are completed safely and within budget. This role requires strong communication and leadership skills to effectively manage teams and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and possess a solid understanding of project management principles. Join a forward-thinking company that values safety, quality, and teamwork, offering a comprehensive compensation package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health and Dental Coverage

Life Insurance

RRSP

Tax-free Savings Account Options

Educational Scholarships for Dependents

Health & Wellness Programming

Team Celebratory Events

Qualifications

• Strong project management skills with a focus on safety and quality.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, especially Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage full cycle projects, including planning and scheduling.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Change Management

Education

Post-secondary education in engineering or technical field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Us

Incorporated in 1955, Ocean Steel has grown to become one of the largest steel fabricators in Eastern Canada and one of the most respected steel suppliers on the Eastern Seaboard. It services several markets, including all of Canada, the Eastern United States, Bermuda and the Caribbean. Ocean designs, fabricates and erects structural steel for buildings and bridges. It also manufactures and installs platework, such as breechings, stacks, ducts, penstocks, process & storage tanks and custom process-equipment. Ocean Steel has two, modern New Brunswick-based plants in Saint John and in Fredericton. We currently have sales offices in Saint John, New Brunswick, Brampton, Ontario, and Burlington, Massachusetts.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for working directly with both external and internal stakeholders to ensure that all projects are completed safely within budget and defined scope. The Project Manager must be an effective communicator with the leadership skills necessary to motivate professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results on every project. The ideal candidate must be highly organized, with the ability to proactively plan and multitask. This is a position that requires a solid understanding of operations combined with the desire to develop and maintain relationships both internally and externally.

Responsibilities

1. Full cycle project management including planning, scheduling and material requisition
2. Coordination of clients and sub-contractors, detailing, fabrication, shipping, erection and closeout procedures
3. Budget analysis, issuing subcontracts, scope reviews and requisitions
4. Effective change management within each assigned project and within the department
5. Ongoing communication to both internal and external clients to complete projects on time and on budget
6. Additional duties as required

Technical Requirements

1. Post-secondary education with an engineering or technical background would be considered an asset
2. Must be proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel
3. Experience reading drawings would be considered a strong asset

Business Requirements

1. Driven to achieve results that meet and maintain safety, quality, and accuracy
2. Exceptional time management and organizational skills are required
3. Desire to work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, and customer-focused environment

Cultural Requirements

1. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with individuals of various disciplines
2. A team player with the desire to work collaboratively with others to improve existing processes

As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, Ocean Steel offers a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, RRSP, and tax-free savings account options. Additionally, we offer educational scholarships to dependents of employees, health & wellness programming, and team celebratory events.