Project Manager

• Read the technical and administrative specifications of the project to be executed;
  


• Acquire the necessary technical and administrative information from the persons involved during the submission;
  


• Obtain blueprints and specifications for construction and compare them to bid plans;
  


• Report changes to professionals and claim costs;
  


• Mentor and develop junior staff members, providing guidance on project management best practices and career growth;
  


• Lead projects in uncharted territory, developing innovative solutions when traditional approaches may not be sufficient;
  


• Obtain licenses and permits as needed for the execution of the work;
  


• Draft contracts and agreements, negotiate terms and award them to subcontractors;
  


• Develop the prevention program requested for CNESST and monitor it on site;
  


• Establish the schedule (dates, main stages of construction, constraints, methodology) and / or the critical path of the project and monitor it weekly;
  


• Inform the superintendent of the project and discuss with him and the director of the proposed methods;
  


• Place orders for critical materials, negotiate prices and prepare contract documents, in collaboration with the construction manager, for subcontractors;
  


• Coordinate and participate in various meetings;
  


• Establish and maintain a professional and continuous positive rapport with the client, etc.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field like construction management or engineering,
  


• Relevant 5 to7 years’ experience in construction project management;
  


• Strong leadership and communication skills;
  


• Master of MS Office and MS Project software;
  


• Shows initiative and leadership;
  


• Strong management, negotiation, communication and problem-solving skills;
  


• Must be eligible and able to obtain a Federal Security Clearance. 
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary;
  


• 4 weeks of annual vacation;
  


• Complete group insurance program upon entry (health and dental components paid by the employer);
  


• Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP);
  


• 24-hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine);
  


• Training and development programs;
  


• Employee assistance program;
  


• Active social club and health and wellness committee;
  


• Diverse, innovative, and stimulating environment;
  


• A company built on values of respect; integrity, and a job well done;
  


• Firm recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies.