Senior Project Manager

Our client is a well-established and growing infrastructure services organization specializing in delivering complex field operations, maintenance, and project services within highly safety-focused and operationally demanding environments.

They are currently adding a Senior Project Manager to their team to support major transportation projects across Canada.

The Senior Project Manager will lead, direct, and exercise functional authority over all aspects of construction/maintenance projects including planning, organizing, budgeting, cost reporting and mentorship of junior employees. Ensures that the goals and objectives of each project are accomplished on schedule and within budget, and that quality and safety standards are met.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and respected employer undergoing continued expansion and investment across multiple regions.

The role will be based in Abbotsford, BC and will offer a combination of office, home, and field presence.

Responsibilities:

• Reviews project tender proposals and plans to gain an understanding of the project requirements (time frame, budget, safety, quality, staffing, materials and equipment requirements) necessary to complete the project within the required time frame;
• Develops an execution work plan that outlines staffing, materials, equipment, subcontracting, and other services that are necessary to deliver the project on time and within budget;
• Responsible for ensuring start-up and project close-out and process and documentation;
• Acts as a resource in the estimation process to provide input on strategy and production rates;
• Collaborates with the Project Director or Construction Manager to review work plans and staffing for each phase of the project to ensure that all projects are appropriately resourced;
• Organizes and conducts meetings with project staff and management to communicate information related to each function’s needs concerning project requirements;
• Leads all project activities to ensure that the project is executed in accordance with designs, budgets and schedules;
• Identify changes, conflicts and opportunities and implements the plan;
• Company representative for the project and point person for communication with consultant, client, owner or owner’s representative;
• Monitors and oversees the efficient use of materials and equipment and the contractual performance of the project; confers with project staff to ensure that assigned duties and responsibility are performed per agreed upon expectations;
• Monitors and oversees field operations, quality, productivity, progress, and safety of employees and subcontractors. Ensure Superintendent follows the work plan;
• Oversees financial aspects of contracts;
• Provides technical assistance and recommends construction methods and equipment;
• Monitors and enforces safety programs;
• Prepares written reports and/or updates (internal and external) for management, client, and project team, to ensure a clear understanding of project status;
• Trains, and manages performance of staff;
• Prepares and presents formal job update/status of project(s);
• Interface with regulatory authorities.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in a related field of study such as Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or Project Management;
• A minimum of 7 years of recent related project management experience in a utility/heavy civil construction or maintenance environment, including a thorough knowledge of construction industry practices, methods, processes, and standards and their impact on project activities;
• Demonstrated experience applying knowledge of project controls (cost, schedule, change management, etc.), resource management, material management, contract management, subcontract management, safety, and quality;
• Track record of successfully planning and executing projects on schedule and within budget;
• Occasional weekend or night work may be required;
• Occasional exposure to outdoor construction sites in all weather conditions may be required;
• Majority of the field work is on and around live track (trains);
• Work may be in urban, rural or isolated areas. Accommodations and transportation will be provided, if required.

Compensation:

• $140,000-175,000 annual base salary
• Discretionary bonus based on company, office, project, and safety performance
• Company vehicle
• RRSP
• Laptop and cellphone
• Paid time off
• Extended health benefits
• Relocation support (if applicable)