Senior Project Manager (Canada)

Global Professional Consultants Ireland

Galway

On-site

EUR 111,981 - 128,156

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Salary $180,000 to $206,000 CAD

$15,000 to $25,000 CAD relocation package

Work permit and visa costs covered

Generous annual leave

Comprehensive healthcare & dental

Performance Bonus

Pension Scheme

Job summary

Global Professional Consultants Ireland is seeking a Senior Project Manager to relocate to Toronto, Canada. This role offers the opportunity to join a leading contractor involved in high-profile projects across various sectors including healthcare and infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have over 20 years of project management experience with a focus on buildings construction. Responsibilities include overseeing project execution, managing schedules, and ensuring safety standards. A comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary are offered.

Qualifications

Minimum of 20 years of direct Buildings construction project management experience required.
Experience with healthcare facility or light rail projects is a strong asset.
Ability to train project staff in all aspects of project requirements.

Responsibilities

Ensure preparation, implementation, and administration of Safety and Environmental program.
Prepare and monitor the project master schedule in conjunction with the Project Management team.
Chair project meetings and ensure quality of project meeting minutes.

Skills

Project management

Technical proficiency

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Technical trade certificate

Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Project management software

Job description

Senior Project Manager (Canada)

Exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Manager to relocate to Toronto, Canada and join the Building Division of one of Canada’s Largest Main Contractors (Circa $4 Billion turnover annually) to work across a mixed portfolio of High-Rise, Commercial, Healthcare, Infrastructure, Transportation, Educational projects etc. Reporting to the Operations Director or Project Director, the Senior Project Manager is an experienced construction professional with business unit portfolio and client focus. Fully proficient with the technical, leadership, and communication skills required to fully lead complex projects from estimate to close-out, the incumbent has the ability to manage all aspects or project financials, costing, safety, quality, subcontracting, labour, and equipment.

Duties

Ensure preparation, implementation, and administration of Safety and Environmental program on the project in conjunction with Safety expertise group.
Ensure maintenance and administration of the cost reporting system for all project components.
Prepare and monitor the project master schedule in conjunction with the Project Management team.
Ensure coordination and administration of drawings, drawing records, and revisions.
Ensure coordination and administration of site instructions and change order process.
Ensure written documentation for all verbal clarifications and instructions are obtained and distributed to project stakeholders as applicable.
Chair project meetings and ensure quality of project meeting minutes.
Negotiate and select subcontractors to ensure capability of subcontractor to perform, completeness of scope coverage, and best value.
Prepare project execution plan in conjunction with Superintendent.
Select personnel for the project in conjunction with the Operations / District / General Manager.
Advise Manager on project execution issues, potential claims, and disputes in a timely fashion.
Prepare the Monthly Project Report and review with Manager.
Evaluate potential execution strategies to ensure implementation of the best combined utilization of materials, equipment, labour, and subcontractors for successful project outcomes.
Identify required and optional changes in project scope; negotiate change orders with the owner.
Review the project’s production, cost, and schedule with the project staff as the project proceeds on a weekly basis.
Benchmark efficiency and effectiveness of project activities and act to improve project outcomes.
Assist in developing potential project managers and superintendents.
Ensure updates, preparation, and distribution of bi-weekly schedules are completed, and notify the manager of deviations from schedule in a timely manner.

Requirements

Minimum of 20 years of direct Buildings construction project management experience required.
Experience with healthcare facility projects or light rail projects is a strong asset.
Technical trade certificate is a minimum requirement; Technical Diploma or a Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred.
Proficiency with MS Office Suite and pertinent project management software.
Ability to train project staff in all aspects of project requirements.

Benefits