Deputy Construction Manager

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Deputy Construction Manager - (CONMG41.10)

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Comtech Group Inc. (Comtech) is a multidisciplinary consulting firm providing integrated consulting solutions on complex capital projects, including Program and Project Management, Project Controls, Engineering, Technical Advisory, Construction Management, and Technology Integration Services. Our team thrives on embracing and navigating technical challenges within the Transportation and Infrastructure, Industrial and Manufacturing, Energy and Utilities, and Buildings and Facilities markets. Our core focus is supporting project owners through collaborative and integrated partnerships to deliver projects that improve the world around us.

Job Title

Deputy Construction Manager

Location

Toronto, ON CA (Primary)

Category

Job Type

Full-time

Job Responsibilities

(Internal Title: Construction Management IV)

• Manage and direct project-specific tasks and duties as planned and identified for the project in the areas, including Elevated Guideway scopes and Tunnel scopes
• Ensure assigned staff and leads, including specialized SMEs, are monitoring all project construction activities and ensuring compliance with the contract requirements, design documents, quality, safety, and environmental standards 
• Ensure field operations are carried in accordance with safety standards. Ensuring a safe work environment is a priority in the delivery of the work. Complete inspections, engage workforce, and deploy safety initiatives to improve the contractor’s means and methods
• Manage daily site inspections and audits ensuring the staff submissions are at the highest quality level with appropriate and comprehensive photo and quantity logs and records of activities
• Review digital infrastructure and documentation (including submittals, RFIs, NCRs, reports, drawings, specifications) that is set for the work of construction administration and field operations staff 
• Develop and deliver a completed analysis of construction progress gathering details through meetings, reports, contractor document submissions, and construction schedules
• Support the resolution of claims, non-conformances, or dispute submissions initiated by the contractor (potential or actual) 
• Analyze weekly and monthly KPI reports to ensure completion and distribution to the appropriate stakeholders
• Facilitate effective communication with project leaders and internal and external stakeholders on project status, concerns, and specific actions to support client and construction activities to ensure the on-time and on-budget completion of the projects
• Lead value engineering, constructability, schedule, and documentation development through the various project phases 
• Supervise team members by orienting, training, and managing their project targets, objectives, responsibilities, and performance per company policies, values, and business practices 
• Direct and share technical expertise with team members to achieve performance goals and project objectives by delivering ongoing feedback, direction, and guidance to ensure a motivated, productive workforce 
• Engage in meetings with clients, third parties and managers to assess progress, resolve critical issues, mitigate risk, and negotiate scope changes 
• Outline the human and material resources required to complete a project successfully
• Define the success criteria and disseminate them to the involved parties
• Complete any tasks assigned by the manager or higher in an efficient and timely manner
• Attend meetings (submittals, safety, quality, risk, schedule, cost, production, field operations), provide direction on behalf of the assigned manager
• Provide recommendations to clients, considering facts and analysis of possible outcomes, maximizing benefits and mitigating negative outcomes
• Assist with contract administration matters regarding activities deviating from the contract requirements, change orders, change directives, claims. Provide documentation and support to the Contract Administration team

Working Conditions

Office-based and on-site 

Qualifications Required

Experience: 

Minimum of 12 years of experience in Engineering or Construction 

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in an Engineering or Construction Management field 

Licenses OR Certifications:

• Holding a recognized certification in area of specialty 

Skills and Competencies: 

• Strong knowledge of prevailing construction means and methods
• Expert understanding of applicable construction-related software
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead multi-resource Construction teams 
• Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment by ensuring effective teamwork, promotion of innovation, and overall excellence
• Demonstrated functional acumen to support how solutions will address client goals while maintaining alignment with industry best practices 
• Proven ability to anticipate, identify, and minimize project risks
• Expert ability to detect and capitalize on others' strengths
• Tact to perceive and ameliorate conflict and tension
• Capability to supervise, delegate, and develop capacity
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office 
• Inclined to maintain professional development to keep abreast of emerging technologies, methods, and best practices 
• Ability to arrange priorities and escalate competing risks to meet deadlines with minimum input from leadership 
• Keen eye for detail and adept problem-solving abilities 
• Must have demonstrated experience relaying and receiving information (written and verbal) 
• Expert ability to work collaboratively and independently in a structured, disciplined, technology-driven environment

Comtech Group Inc. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with local legislative requirements. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify the People and Culture Team by emailing – career@teamcomtech.com

Comtech Group offers our employees a competitive compensation package with comprehensive employee benefits, and an inclusive environment that fosters teamwork & entrepreneurial spirit. Comtech Group is an equal opportunity employer. Why choose a career with Comtech?

From working on challenging, world-class projects to professional development support and high-quality standards, there are many reasons to join Team Comtech.

Notice to Third-Party Recruiters, Recruitment Agencies and Staffing Agencies

Notice to Third-Party Recruiters, Recruitment Agencies and Staffing Agencies

Use of Third Parties
We thank you for your interest in supporting our continued growth. Comtech Group works with third-party recruitment agencies from time to time to supplement our in-house talent acquisition efforts. We recognize that our partnership with third-party recruitment agencies is instrumental to our continued success in attracting top-tiered applicants. Due to this, we work with a select list of third-party recruiters who are considered our strategic partners and understand our company culture, core values, and industry.

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Unsolicited Resumes
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