Project Manager - Utilities Construction Job Vancouver area,BC Canada,Management

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Western Utilities team is growing! If you are an independent, enthusiastic, and driven professional searching for an opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. The Project Manager is located in Vancouver and typically reports directly to the Operations Manager or Division Manager.

The successful candidate will plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate assigned project(s) from start to finish and in accordance with the estimate, schedule, specifications and budget. Their primary focus is safety, planning, monitoring progress, scheduling, quality, costs management, estimating, reporting, and managing project change under the direction of senior leadership.

Provide leadership for assigned project in regards to cost, schedule, quality, safety, and contract performance

Prepare and submit project estimates and price/negotiate all changes in scope as required

Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards as per company policy and contract specifications

Establish and maintain excellent relationships with all stakeholders including Black & McDonald team members, clients, consultants, joint venture partners, trades, subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and the community, while keeping them informed of relevant information

Plan, prepare, monitor, and manage construction schedule and milestones

Ensure work is performed in compliance with applicable standards – ie. HSE regulations, company policies and procedures, and contract requirements

Monitor and report on progress, labour productivity, work outcomes, budget, cost, and forecast

Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and consultants

Review work/contracts/WIP for areas of risk and correct deficiencies

Ensure material and equipment are available to tradespersons

Ensure monthly cost forecasting and checklists are completed accurately and on time

Ensure accurate productivity reports are completed weekly.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Communicates Effectively

Customer Focus

Holds Self and Others Accountable

Problem Solving and Innovation

Values and Respects Others

Coaches and Develops

Maximizes Business Performance and Team Effectiveness

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

5+ years as an Project Manager in the construction industry with a contractor

10+ years working in the utilities and/or civil industry

Proven experience in estimation, strategic procurement, and negotiation

Experience commissioning, integration and applying QA/QC to projects

Experience with medium and high voltage utility work, roadway lighting, traffic signals and substations is considered an asset

Experience with P3 and/or design-build projects is considered an asset

Experience in WWTP projects is considered an asset

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Degree or Diploma in one of the following is considered an asset

Red Seal Journeyman or Electrical Technologist Degree Construction Management Electrical Engineering Civil Engineering

The following certifications/designations are considered an asset

P.Eng. Designation

PMP Designation Gold Seal Certification Construction safety certifications

Experience as a tradesperson in the electrical trade may substitute for education requirements.

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Proficient knowledge and understanding of:

Contract management

Construction scheduling, planning, and execution

Blue print reading

Project structural design interpretation

Financial statements – read and comprehend

Established utilities practices, procedures and techniques

Applicable local and provincial labour codes

Managing / leading union and non-union staff

Business operations processes

Organization and time management

Proficient user of:

MS Office (Word, Excel)
Microsoft Project (required) JD Edwards or an Oracle-based ERP systemBid2

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Willing and able to travel in British Columbia

Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License with a clean record required

The expected salary range for this role is between $92,000 and $125,000. The starting salary will be based on several factors such as the successful candidate’s qualifications, including but not limited to education and experience. Salary is one component of Black & McDonald’s total rewards package. Total rewards vary by position and may include additional offerings such as vehicle allowance, group insurance benefits, pension plan, annual performance bonus, career development programs, and other HR programs.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Ongoing investment in training and development

Collaborative and supportive work culture

Team events and outings year-round

Empowered people with ambitious goals

Interesting and challenging work

A family business with family values


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