Project Manager - Structures

Our client is a  is a Canadian heavy civil contractor, specializing in heavy civil structures construction/rehabilitation (such as bridges, dams, etc.). With offices in both Ontario as well as Alberta, we are able to support projects of any size across Canada. Our client expects to be awarded some exciting new projects across canada in the $10M-$100M range and are building site based teams to support these new projects. We are recruiting Project Managers with civil construction experience including new bridge structures, bridge rehabilitation, dam's, HWY and other MTO projects. This is a site based role so must be open to travel within Canada.

• Reviews and analyzes all contract drawings and specifications (IFC).
  


• Reviews and analyzes all shop drawings prior to implementation on site; verify latest version on site.
  


• Defines execution strategy (self-performed and subcontracted works)
  


• Manages project team responsible for construction (Construction Manager, Project Coordinator, Superintendent, Quality, etc.)
  


• Organizes and chairs weekly project team meetings
  


• Prepares Work Plans and chairs Pre-Activity Meetings
  


• Ensures project is delivered as per baseline schedule and Budget 0%
  


• With PC and Super reviews 3 week look ahead schedules, expanding on each construction task. This should include an outline of the required equipment, labor, subcontractors and materials.
  


• Continually follows up with PC and subcontractor regarding 3 week look ahead schedule to ensure the work remains on track.
  


• Monitors and prepares Project Schedule Updates to ensure project remain on track.
  


• Reviews with Senior Management, any ongoing delays or potential future delays as soon as possible and develop potential mitigation measures
  


• Responsible for Health & Safety performance on site.
  


• Ensures that Risk Assessments and Work Plans are carried out prior to undertaking a new activity.
  


• Performs regular audit of work site to ensure that site complies with Health & Safety rules and regulations, bringing all infractions to the attention of the Superintendent (Super) and the Project Coordinator (PC) and ensure action plan is executed.
  


• Consults Safety Department and seeks support whenever necessary.
  


• With assistance from Safety department, Sr. PM will interact with any regulatory body regarding safety infractions and corrective actions.
  


• Ensures identification and reporting of near misses, incidents and accidents to the Safety Department.
  


• Promotes Safety Culture and the goal of 100% Safety to the employees and the public.
  

Requirements

• Civil or Structural Engineering degree or diploma.
  


• 6+ years’ of experience within a similar role/industry.
  


• Bridge experience
  


• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Project.
  


• P.Eng 
  


• Experience working with MTO
  

Benefits

Generous base salary and LOA, truck and gas card, full medical benefits and RRSP matching program