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 Senior 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 performancePrepare and submit project estimates and price/negotiate all changes in scope as requiredEstablish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards as per company policy and contract specificationsEstablish 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 informationPlan, prepare, monitor, and manage construction schedule and milestonesEnsure work is performed in compliance with applicable standards – ie. HSE regulations, company policies and procedures, and contract requirementsMonitor and report on progress, labour productivity, work outcomes, budget, cost, and forecastPrepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and consultantsReview work/contracts/WIP for areas of risk and correct deficienciesEnsure material and equipment are available to tradespersonsEnsure monthly cost forecasting and checklists are completed accurately and on timeEnsure accurate productivity reports are completed weekly.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Communicates EffectivelyCustomer FocusHolds Self and Others AccountableProblem Solving and InnovationValues and Respects OthersCoaches and DevelopsMaximizes Business Performance and Team Effectiveness

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

10+ years as an Project Manager in the construction industry with a contractor10+ years working in the utilities and/or civil industryProven experience in estimation, strategic procurement, and negotiationExperience commissioning, integration and applying QA/QC to projectsExperience with Mentoring Junior and Intermediate Project ManagersExperience with medium and high voltage utility work, roadway lighting, traffic signals and substations is considered an assetExperience with P3 and/or design-build projects is considered an assetExperience in WWTP projects is considered an asset

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Degree or Diploma in one of the following is considered an assetRed Seal Journeyman or Electrical Technologist DegreeConstruction ManagementElectrical EngineeringCivil EngineeringThe following certifications/designations are considered an assetP.Eng. DesignationPMP DesignationGold Seal CertificationConstruction safety certificationsExperience as a tradesperson in the electrical trade may substitute for education requirements.

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Proficient knowledge and understanding of:Contract managementConstruction scheduling, planning, and executionBlue print readingProject structural design interpretationFinancial statements – read and comprehendEstablished utilities practices, procedures and techniquesApplicable local and provincial labour codesManaging / leading union and non-union staffBusiness operations processesOrganization and time managementProficient user of:MS Office (Word, Excel)Microsoft Project (required)JD Edwards or an Oracle-based ERP systemBid2WinWilling and able to travel in British ColumbiaValid Class 5 BC Driver’s License with a clean record required

The expected salary range for this role is between $110,000 and $150,000. 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.