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Black & McDonald Limited Senior Project Manager - Utilities Construction in Vancouver, British Columbia
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald's Western Utilities team is growing! If you are an independent, enthusiastic, and driven professional searching for an opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. The Senior Project Manager is located in Vancouver and typically reports directly to the Operations Manager or Division Manager.
The successful candidate will plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate assigned project(s) from start to finish and in accordance with the estimate, schedule, specifications and budget. Their primary focus is safety, planning, monitoring progress, scheduling, quality, costs management, estimating, reporting, and managing project change under the direction of senior leadership.
Provide leadership for assigned project in regards to cost, schedule, quality, safety, and contract performance
Prepare and submit project estimates and price/negotiate all changes in scope as required
Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards as per company policy and contract specifications
Establish and maintain excellent relationships with all stakeholders including Black & McDonald team members, clients, consultants, joint venture partners, trades, subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and the community, while keeping them informed of relevant information
Plan, prepare, monitor, and manage construction schedule and milestones
Ensure work is performed in compliance with applicable standards – ie. HSE regulations, company policies and procedures, and contract requirements
Monitor and report on progress, labour productivity, work outcomes, budget, cost, and forecast
Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and consultants
Review work/contracts/WIP for areas of risk and correct deficiencies
Ensure material and equipment are available to tradespersons
Ensure monthly cost forecasting and checklists are completed accurately and on time
Ensure accurate productivity reports are completed weekly.
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
Communicates Effectively
Customer Focus
Holds Self and Others Accountable
Problem Solving and Innovation
Values and Respects Others
Coaches and Develops
Maximizes Business Performance and Team Effectiveness
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
10+ years as an Project Manager in the construction industry with a contractor
10+ years working in the utilities and/or civil industry
Proven experience in estimation, strategic procurement, and negotiation
Experience commissioning, integration and applying QA/QC to projects
Experience with Mentoring Junior and Intermediate Project Managers
Experience with medium and high voltage utility work, roadway lighting, traffic signals and substations is considered an asset
Experience with P3 and/or design-build projects is considered an asset
Experience in WWTP projects is considered an asset
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Degree or Diploma in one of the following is considered an asset
Red Seal Journeyman or Electrical Technologist Degree
Construction Management
Electrical Engineering
Civil Engineering
The following certifications/designations are considered an asset
P.Eng. Designation
PMP Designation
Gold Seal Certification
Construction safety certifications
Experience as a tradesperson in the electrical trade may substitute for education requirements.
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Proficient knowledge and understanding of:
Contract management
Construction scheduling, planning, and execution
Blue print reading
Project structural design interpretation
Financial statements – read and comprehend
Established utilities practices, procedures and techniques
Applicable local and provincial labour codes
Managing / leading union and non-union staff
Business operations processes
Organization and time management
Proficient user of:
MS Office (Word, Excel)
Microsoft Project (required)
JD Edwards or an Oracle-based ERP system
Bid2Win
Willing and able to travel in British Columbia
Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License with a clean record required
The expected salary range for this role is between $110,000 and $150,000. The starting salary will be based on several factors such as the successful candidate's qualifications, including but not limited to education and experience. Salary is one component of Black & McDonald's total rewards package. Total rewards vary by position and may include additional offerings such as vehicle allowance, group insurance benefits, pension plan, annual performance bonus, career development programs, and other HR programs.
Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.
