General Contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee multi-trade, commercial, renovation or interior fit-out projects ranging up to $10m. Salary range $130-150k.
Their goal is to make building and renovating enjoyable as well as successful and need team members who want to assist in our long-term goal of being our client’s construction brand for life.
Project Manager (PM) Responsibilities:
- The management of the project including site management, site safety and project implementation – this can include skilled labor to quality control and trade management.
- This employee must be able to work from blueprints, specifications, drawings and instructions to design, build, remodel, retrofit, maintain and repair various types of facilities and structures.
Responsibilities & Duties of Project Manager
- Blueprint reading, layout and planning of the day-to-day work
- Maintain project safety standards in accordance to WorkSafe standards
- Meet the standards of workmanship that meet the project requirements and that are consistent with industry best-practice
- Manage the crew to accomplish the task, including teaching and mentoring individuals in the crew that are less experienced
- Maintain tools, cords and equipment so that they are kept in good working order and are safe for use
- Maintain the work area(s) in a clean and orderly manner on a continuous basis
- Coordinate work with the Advisor and others that are involved in the process
- Create a list of materials, supplies, specialty tools and equipment (proactively) that are needed to perform the work
- Consistently reporting for work on time and in appropriate attire
- Participate in training and other forms of development to strengthen technical, safety and supervisory skills
- Provide comprehensive daily updates to the Advisor
- Be responsible for ensuring project budgets are adhered too
- Organize workflow to meet customer deadlines
Management Requirements of Project Manager
- Direct and supervise workers, sub-trades and other relevant building professionals
- Supervise all workers and sub-trades to ensure schedules and standards are met
- Be responsible for ensuring project budgets are adhered too
- Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods
- Oversee workers who complete specific pieces of the project, such as painting or plumbing
- Request supplies and materials to complete construction projects
- Take actions to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies on site
- Confer with Supervisory Personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems
- Plan, organize, and direct activities to do with the construction of structures, facilities, and systems
- Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction sites, to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out
- Keep the client’s project safe, clean and ensure all trades do the same
- Follow specific corporate policies, procedures, rules and regulations without question
- Educate on and enforce brand expectations daily
- Find a positive, swift and cost-effective solution to all problematic situations and daily hurdles
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years direct experience and a solid working knowledge of the specific work that is being constructed
- The ability to read blueprints and specifications; to create material lists and to fill out timecards and other minor record keeping tasks
- Interpersonal competencies that include a drive for results, the need for closure, effective oral communication skills, organization, planning, trust, respect, and being dependable and cooperation
- Excellent command of the English language in both written and oral forms
- Must be computer literate and current on new technology
- Must be hardworking and a problem solver
- Positive and upbeat attitude
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Education and/or Experience:
- A post-secondary diploma is an asset, as is experience in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing deadlines and quick decision-making
Requirements:
- Only candidates with authorisation to work in Canada will be considered.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
- The ability to efficiently handle and administer multiple tasks on concurrently running projects.
- Skilled, loyal and entrepreneurial.
- Post-secondary Degree in engineering or Construction Engineering Technology from a post-secondary college.
Compensation dependent on experience and education. The client is a progressive company offering employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Ideal Candidate
Only candidates with authorisation to work in Canada will be considered. Please clearly highlight relevant work experience, project overviews and project scale ($) in your resume.