Project Manager – Powerline Construction

Responsibilities

• Help estimate new and upcoming projects
• Develop execution strategies for large and complex powerline construction projects by coordinating resources to meet operational objectives
• Implement project plans and schedules
• Ensure safety and quality control
• Delegate work to the project team, subcontractors, and others
• Demonstrate leadership in health, safety and environmental protection and apply the Project Specific Safety Program and Ledcor HS&E standards
• Lead subcontractor and supplier selection, procurement, and negotiations for complex and design-build projects
• Own pursuit estimates, review and verify direct and indirect costs, and manage bid package responsibilities
• Perform quantity takeoffs for large, complex bids and oversee the quantity takeoff process
• Develop and maintain construction schedules to meet milestones and completion dates
• Facilitate project meetings with internal and external stakeholders
• Track and report project financials, forecasts, and billings
• Facilitate the Project Quality Program

• 10-15 years of related work experience managing powerline construction or similar utility / industrial construction projects
• 3+ years cumulative experience estimating powerline construction projects
• Previous experience as a Project Manager or in a similar direct managerial / supervisory role
• Completed post-secondary education in Construction, Engineering or related discipline an asset
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction documents, drawings, specifications, current construction practices and methodology
• Strong negotiation/management skills
• Strong understanding of construction costs and budgets, with ability to plan/manage to a project schedule
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with multiple stakeholders, anticipate stakeholder needs, and proactively identify solutions
• Track record of building successful teams and promoting teamwork through motivating, coaching, and consensus-building
• Willingness/ability to work at remote sites throughout Western Canada on a typical 14 days on and 7 days off shift
• Office-based when not on projects

Demonstrates extensive experience in managing powerline construction projects, with a strong focus on estimating, scheduling, and financial tracking. Proven leadership in safety, quality control, and team building within the construction industry.

• Powerline Construction Management
• Project Estimation
• Construction Scheduling
• Negotiation Skills
• Stakeholder Communication

• Project Management
• Quantity Takeoffs
• Cost Management
• Construction Methodology
• Safety Program Implementation
• Bid Package Management
• Resource Coordination
• Quality Control
• Financial Reporting
• Construction Document Review

• Leadership
• Team Building
• Collaboration
• Coaching
• Consensus Building

• Utility Construction
• Industrial Construction
• Health, Safety and Environmental Standards
• Construction Specifications
• Remote Site Work