Senior Project Manager (Relocate to Canada)

Global Professional Consultants Ireland; Cork; On-site; EUR 112,177 - 128,381; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Comprehensive healthcare and dental scheme

Performance Bonus

Pension Scheme

Job summary

Global Professional Consultants Ireland is seeking a Senior Project Manager to relocate to Toronto, Canada, and work within a leading construction firm. This pivotal role involves managing high-profile projects across diverse sectors such as healthcare, infrastructure, and commercial domains.

The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 20 years of construction project management experience, a technical trade certificate at a minimum, and proficiency in relevant software. The position offers a substantial relocation package along with a competitive salary of CAD 180,000 to CAD 206,000.

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 and administration of Safety and Environmental program.
• Prepare and monitor the project master schedule.
• Negotiate and select subcontractors for project execution.

Skills

Construction project management

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Financial management

Education

Technical trade certificate

Technical Diploma or Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business

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 of 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

• Salary $180,000 to $206,000 CAD (Circa €120k to €140k)
• $15,000 to $25,000 CAD relocation package
• Work permit and visa costs paid for by the company
• Generous annual leave entitlement + public holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare & dental scheme
• Performance Bonus
• Pension Scheme

For further information about this opportunity and details about relocation to Canada please reach out to Alannah Mongey on 086 191 5924 or send your CV to [e-mail].