Construction Project Manager Job at Randstad (Toronto)

Job Description

The Construction Project Manager supports the Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) Project Manager or Program Manager to oversee day-to-day operations from pre-construction through project completion and warranty periods.

Job Responsibility

Oversee day-to-day operations from pre-construction through project completion and warranty periods
Manage construction project safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, proposals, estimates, documentation turnover, client relations/management, field staff and other duties required to execute EPC, Construction Management, Construction, and Program Management projects
Adhere to company's safety programs, trainings, and policies, as well as promote and manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members and subcontractors
Responsible for the oversight of day-to-day construction activities and the successful execution of a single or multiple projects simultaneously
Provide direction and participate in project planning, scheduling, estimating, cost development, and establishing critical project objectives
Develop new and manage existing client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and project related items
Participate in internal and external project risk reviews and consult with Legal Department as required
Negotiate prime contracts, CM contracts, subcontracts, and change orders
Participate in risk review process
Implement assigned sections of the Project Execution Plan, including construction execution, construction quality assurance plan, safety & health plan, subcontracting plan, project staffing plan, organization chart, and procurement plan
Develop construction staffing plans and train project teams, coordinate activities of multiple global practices/disciplines, and facilitate the efficient cost-effective utilization of staff while adhering to contractual and performance requirements
Oversee the development of the project plan for site layout, mobilization and demobilization and support implementation
Verify all applicable project permits are secured in accordance with the project requirements
Direct and oversee the downstream request for proposal (RFP) and bid process and prepare detailed scope of work documents for subcontractor and client contractor contracts, including bidder development, prequalification, evaluation, award recommendation, and selection
Review, approve, and communicate internal and external reports including project budgeting, project cash flow forecast, and project status reports
Collaborate with engineering team to establish the development and distribution of engineering deliverables per project schedule and requirements
Develop processes and manage downstream contract administration including request for information (RFI’s), submittals, change management, contract closeout, documentation, and claims mitigation
Oversee Prime Contract, subcontractor, and client contractor invoicing process
Coordinate and facilitate client, supplier and company commissioning and startup teams as needed
Implement, audit, and oversee project documentation
Implement process for confirming project and subcontractor insurance, taxes/duties, licensures, and bonding requirements
Perform project safety, quality, progress and financial audits and assessments as required
Oversee and participate in the project-specific non-conformance reporting process
Responsible for facilitating project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structure establishment, project set-up and closeout, and field progress tracking specific to construction and construction related activities or program level activities as required
Develop and oversee materials receiving and management process, including inventory control, receipt of goods, storage, and transportation as required
Review contract documents with field staff to verify compliance of subcontractors and client contractors, safety and health requirements, quality, and schedule
Direct the project turnover documentation, warranty administration, project closeout, and recordkeeping/retention processes and procedures
Support communication with governmental, industry, and public entities on project-related matters
Review construction field reports
Provide mentorship and training to interns, construction coordinators, craft supervision, and assistant construction project managers
Provide performance feedback for each project team member as requested
Manage community and building trades relationships
Develop and implement project labor agreements with building trades as required
Onboard craft/field supervision as required
Manage composite crew rates to determine labor and equipment costs
Manage staffing on projects
Manage labor burdens including craft classifications, benefits and labor laws
Maintain accurate craft classifications and craft progression records
Uphold craft competency and training standards
Estimate, forecast and manage craft install unit rates
Manage earned value, schedule, change management and cost metrics
Mentor and foster craft training and identify advancement opportunities
Manage construction equipment to ensure adequate inventory to complete projects

Requirements

Bachelor Degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field and 7 years relevant project management experience in the construction industry
Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
A basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles is required
Must be able to meet the company's driving requirements

Nice to have

Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is preferred
Multiple years of experience on construction project sites or executing program management in the industries of aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transportation, transmission & distribution, or water is preferred

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