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Leading environmental contractor seeking Project Manager for environmental/infrastructure projects in Vancouver. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role.

The Project Manager, Environmental Services is responsible for overseeing all aspects of assigned projects, including but not limited to, estimating, proposal submissions, contract negotiation, initiating projects, reporting, health and safety performance, profitability and invoicing. Will have the authority, accountability and responsibility for managing a project to achieve specific objectives. The Project Manager is experienced in managing projects with a bid value between $100,000 to $5,000,000, depending on level of previous experience. This position acts as customer liaison and includes business development and is also responsible for contract administration. Experience in the oil and gas reclamation and remediation sector would be an asset.

• Leading in execution and implementation of all safety policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with the safety department.

Estimating & Bidding

• Leads in the preparation of estimates and participates in bid reviews & process with a large number of project tasks.
• Reviews estimates in a timely manner.
• Lead bid reviews with Senior Management and manage action items within required timelines.
• Review proposal prequalification and final submissions, including completion of data, written bid and preparation of proposal; following up with client after bid is submitted, responding to questions or concerns.
• Prepare reports for cost tracking measures to review historic cost data and ensure accuracy.

Scheduling & Planning & Project Management

• Project Manager leads in planning and project execution activities.
• Works with Project teams to create and update project schedule to show timeline of project.
• Define clear and attainable project objectives.
• Overseeing work with Superintendent and site crews to complete tasks on time.
• Work with Project and Procurement teams to solicit quotations from sub-contractors and suppliers.
• Work with Project and Procurement teams to create purchase requisitions for purchase orders and receive goods and services against the purchase orders.
• Work with Procurement to hire sub-contractors and prepare contracts for them.

Management (PCM)

• Project manager will direct project from start to finish according to schedule, specifications and budget.
• Take part in project kick-off meetings where possible and follow up with regular site visits to respond to questions, concerns and requests from supervisors on site.
• Responsible for contract administration and ensuring project is being managed in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.
• Negotiate change orders and contract increases as required.
• Review and approve invoices and progress payments to send to client.
• Develop monthly accruals to accurately reflect project margin.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through the execution of projects.

Reporting & Cost Tracking

• Project Manager leads the Reviews of project reporting to ensure proper coding and cost allocation on projects.
• Responsible for progress invoicing with Project Cost Analyst and collection of receivables across a number of concurrent projects.
• Leads one or more project teams in the review of the project’s production, cost, and schedule with project staff as the project proceeds on a weekly basis.
• Utilizes production reports, benchmark efficiency and effectiveness of project activities and acts to improve project outcomes.
• Daily reviews and approves all timesheets in Field Data Time Capture

Risk

• Leads one or more project teams in the identification of risk based on contracts as well as site specific conditions.
• Responsible for the communication of project risk and mitigation strategies back to Management and Corporate.
• Implements corporate risk audit strategy on site and supervises the execution of risk audits.

Business Development

• The Project Manager meets with clients and future customers.
• Build and develop relationships with new and existing clients including First Nations clients.
• Stay in tune with what is happening in the local environmental industry.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with Business Development, including attending “Lunch ‘n Learns”, to help nurture and expand client base.

• College diploma or university degree, preferably in Environmental program or Engineering and minimum 5+ years discipline-related experience or equivalent education and experience.
• PMP Certification would be an asset.
• Valid and current Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Ability to consistently act as a leader/mentor/role model with respect to Health & Safety Program, on and off the work site.
• Knowledge and ability to demonstrate project management skills, including but not limited to; providing estimates, proposal submissions, scheduling, planning, organizing, directing and budgeting projects from start to finish.
• Knowledge of and ability to meet necessary specifications and contract requirements involved with a project, from start to finish.
• Knowledge and ability to control costs and meet budget projections.
• Ability to be innovative and recommend cost effective problem-solving strategies related to project issues.
• Strong computer skills with ability to effectively utilize Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook, Windows and other operational software applications, including the use of mobile devices.
• Ability to liaise with customers, suppliers, subcontractors and consultants, along with ability to diplomatically resolve any issues and/or concerns that may occur.
• Good understanding of environmental regulations.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment and environmental remedial strategies.

• Effective communicator able to present, in a persuasive manner, to senior stakeholders both internal and client facing.
• A strong team player who contributes proactively and is starting to show ability to lead where applicable.
• Demonstrates self-confidence and interpersonal flexibility, initiative, perseverance and integrity.
• Ability to develop, nurture and maintain strong relationships with clients and with all levels of the organization.
• Strong time management skills and ability to be work effectively under pressure, meet demanding deadlines and manage changing priorities

Company offers very competitive compensation, benefits and RRSP matching, with benefits starting immediately. This Project Manager position offers the opportunity for career growth in the environmental industry, and room for personal growth and advancement.