Project Manager - SPD

Matchbox Consulting Group is partnering with an award winning General Construction firm based in Surrey for a seasoned Project Manager to spearhead their Special Projects Division. This role will grant you access to a wide range of projects with different high level clients.

ROLE SUMMARY

The Project Manager’s role is to lead, organize, and manage a project’s construction team to achieve the balance of Risk & Liability, Client satisfaction, Project financial targets and Project schedule. The Project Manager manages all day to day progress with a focus on Safety, Financial Performance, Team Management/Leadership, Contract Management, Client, Consultant, and Subtrade Relationships.

This role reports directly to the Director of Special Projects and is in frequent communication with key stakeholders such as the subcontractors.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Manage Financial Performance (Cashflow, Profit)

• Monitor and control project costs and budgets throughout the project life
• Oversee the project’s financial results and cash flow
• Manage and negotiate the Change Order process

Project Optimization

• Develop and update Risk Plan Matrix with Director of SP, and manage throughout the project
• Evaluate potential project execution strategies to ensure implementation of the best sequence utilization of materials, equipment, labour and subcontractors for successful outcomes
• Develop a project execution plan in collaboration with the Superintendent, General Superintendent and Director
• Schedule the project (or assume responsibility for the Schedule) using Primavera P6 to manage construction activities
• Anticipate changes (scope, drawings, trades, staff, material, etc.) and manage effectively

Team Management / Leadership

• Initiate, organize, and direct the Project Team to ensure project budget, scope, and schedule are attainable
• Collaborate with Superintendent and Field Staff to ensure clear direction, safety and site management
• Lead the project team on construction methodology, procedures, and practices on an ongoing basis, in coordination with the Superintendent and General Superintendent
• Advise Executive staff monthly on status of project (using Procore)
• Review project progress, cost, and schedule with the project team weekly
• Proactively manage project activities to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Resolve disputes in a timely manner using conflict resolution strategies
• Develop, mentor and coach Project Coordinators
• Ensure the team understands operating policies & practices and is applying them appropriately
• Maintain a superior worksite with an emphasis on safety, ensuring OH&S standards are followed throughout all aspects of the project
• Build successful project team and manage team cohesiveness

Contract Management

• Assist, review and negotiate Prime contracts with the Director of SP
• Execute Prime contract deliverable
• Negotiate subtrade contracts with the Director of Construction as required
• Accountable for building successful project team relationships

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Leadership, Conflict Resolution, and Mediation skills
• Advanced Communication (written and verbal) skills
• Strategic Thinking and Problem-Solving skills
• Planning and Execution Management
• Risk Management
• QA/QC Management
• Contract Law, Lien Regulations, and Insurance and bonding.
• 5 + years acting as PM for a General Contractor

Computer Skills

• Proficient use of Microsoft apps:
  Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
• Proficient use of project management software (i.e., Procore)
• Proficient use of Bluebeam
• Proficient use of scheduling software (i.e., Primavera P6)
• Demonstrated use of health & safety management software

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About Match Box

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