Project Manager - Buildings

Position Overview

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for job site management and will oversee the administrative and technical aspects of the design and construction of  one or multiple building constructions.  

Kiewit’s mission is to make a difference and we offer opportunities for you to make one too through our construction operations. Whether we are building hospitals to support the community, boring tunnels through mountains, turning rivers into energy or building bridges that connect communities, we depend on our passionate, skilled and safety-obsessed construction professionals to get it done right. You bring your big ideas, commitment to top quality, and an unwavering work ethic. In return, we offer huge career and travel opportunities and the satisfaction of building the next big thing from the ground up. There’s a reason Kiewit attracts the best: we offer fast-paced excitement and fulfillment you won’t find anywhere else.  

District Overview

Eastern Canada District's projects include highways, bridges, mass transit, mine site development & open pit operations, hydroelectric powerhouses, wind-power plants, dams, commercial & industrial buildings.  

Location

This role will begin in either Toronto OR Oakville 

One of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

•   Manage and Supervise general contractors and/or subcontractors  providing construction services  for one or multiple buildings.
•   Administer and Ensure subcontractor compliance of safety, quality control, environmental programs and execution of temporary constructions and installations.
•   Administer quality assurance and commissioning processes.
•   Interact and meet with Project Client, Engineering Firms and Architectural firms to manage project issues while maintaining positive working relationships.

•   Ensure constructability, operability, maintainability and safety during design process in cooperation with design team.
•   Monitor and manage the project budget, minimizing costs while upholding the highest quality.

•   Participate in the monthly job cost updates and projections.
•   Assist with schedule development and maintenance. Closely monitor schedule and address variations with subcontractors.
•   Coordinate Engineering services & support during construction.
•    Review, approve and negotiate Subcontractor change orders.
•   Coordinate and interact with other sectors and disciplines of the Project.
•   Coordinate the execution and implementation of the project completion and turnover plan.
•   Ensure contract compliance and  monitor contract performance.
•   Track project deliverables and information using Integrated project administration systems. 
•   Manage a team of field staff personnel such as field engineers and site coordinators.
•   Manage temporary control measures, relocation and coordinate with third party utilities and traffic entities.
•   Review subcontractor progress documentation and reports.
•   Approve and monitor subcontractor execution procedures and processes.
•   Initiate and attend supplementary and regular meetings with the client for problem resolution and planning.
•   Manage subcontractor back charges and change order  approval.
•   Assist in planning, review and coordination of subcontractor site setup and logistics.

Qualifications

•   10+ years' experience in all aspects of managing  large lump-sum, construction management, or  design-build construction projects with a proven track record of successful outcomes. 
•   Preferable Experience working on the construction of buildings as part of large scale design-build projects
•   Preferable Experience working on the construction of design-build mega projects
•   Undergraduate degree in construction engineering, construction management or a related degree or comparable work experience.
•   Strong knowledge of safety legislation and regulations and ability to enforce safety on site.
•   Ability to understand project scheduling and cost control, and to read and understand project owner specifications and engineering drawings.
•   Subcontractor Management and Negotiation experience.
•   Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
•   Ability to Work independently as well as part of a team.
•   Strong work ethic - willing to do what it takes to get the job done.
•   Good attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
•  Proficiency in English oral and written communication (, French proficiency is a plus)
•   Strong knowledge of work processes and procedures and ability to enforce quality work on site.
•   Strong organizational/time management skills.