Preconstruction Methods and Temporary Works manager

Overview

Preconstruction Methods and Temporary Works Manager at Pomerleau. The incumbent plays a role during the tendering phase of projects for the Civil & Infrastructure division, determining the degree and nature of the M&OP team’s participation, planning activities, and ensuring a smooth transition to project teams after award.

What you will do

• For each tender, assess the degree and nature of the M&OP team’s involvement.
• When an opportunity is identified, prepare a work plan for the mandate to be undertaken by the M&OP department and agree on it with the Division.
• If certain M&OP activities are subcontracted, establish the specifications and ensure follow-up of the subcontracted activities, including review of deliverables.
• If required, coordinate with M&OP Team Leads and Managers regarding the involvement of M&OP department resources in the tendered projects.
• Execute, supervise, and guide the preparation of general methods and work sequences, equipment requirements, and preliminary design of temporary works, if needed.
• Coordinate and ensure the production of various preliminary project-specific documents (phasing plans, site installation plans, preliminary temporary works plans, etc.).
• Define the M&OP mandate for the implementation phase and agree on it with the Division before integrating the elements into the tender.
• Ensure a smooth transition with the project team once the project is awarded, including supporting the Civil & Infrastructure project teams depending on pre-construction workload.
• Provide technical support to the pre-construction team.

Qualifications

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction engineering.
• Have at least 10 years of relevant work experience in civil engineering projects, including involvement in the implementation of construction methods and the management of temporary works (e.g., excavation, shoring, deep foundations, temporary bridges, lifting operations, marine works, formwork and concreting, and other civil works).
• Hold a full engineering license from the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ). Holding licenses from other provinces is an asset.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD software.
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, Revit, or finite element analysis software is an asset.

Why join Pomerleau

• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching.
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles.
• Employee stock ownership program.
• Career growth through real development opportunities.
• Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free.
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one.

About the company

Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Construction