Junior Construction Project Manager

4 weeks ago

Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada Terra Contracting Full time

The Organization:

RTR Terra Contracting Ltd , "Terra Contracting" is a full-service excavation contractor that provides a multitude of services of various sizes in and around Vancouver and the Lower Mainland. Terra

was formed over 10 years ago by a group of exceptional and knowledgeable construction and operation managers that have over 25 years of experience.

We are currently looking to build upon our experienced, growth-orientated, and dedicated list of employees through our Junior Project Manager - Civil, Pipe & Offsite opportunity.

Terra lives by our purpose of providing peace of mind to our employees and our customers through safe, professional, and exceptional services. Being COR certified, we pride ourselves in having a culture dedicated to the safety and well-being of all our employees. We believe that our success can be attributed to having experienced, dedicated, professional, and growth-driven employees. We are excited to build on our current base of employees with this opportunity.

The Opportunity:

Terra's Junior Project Manager (Jr. PM) in our Civil Department is responsible for projects of multiple sizes and scales and drives them from inception through to completion. Terra's ideal future PM at Civil has previous project management experience regarding private pipe & offsite work, coupled with estimating experience. Terra's Project Manager is in charge of overseeing Civil Construction Projects and uses his/her wide-array of skills to effectively manage and run said projects. Our Project Manager - Civil, Pipe & Offsite reports to Terra's Senior Project Manager.

A day in the life of the Junior Project Manager - Civil, Pipe & Offsite - roles and responsibilities:

  • Oversee projects from inception through to completion
  • Prepare, schedule, estimate, and submit bid estimates and proposals for civil projects
  • Prepare, execute, and negotiate contracts with different stakeholders
  • Ideally coordinates, manages, plans and executes projects on time and within budget and scope
  • Prepare, plan, and execute project schedules, productivity, and timelines by collaborating and directing field superintendents, foremen, and staff.
  • Develops, monitors, updates, and manages changes to project schedule, project budget and scope using appropriate tactics, techniques, and strategies
  • Perform ongoing risk management to minimize potential risks with project, client and stakeholders
  • Manage and maintain relationships with various stakeholders including but not limited to: clients, owners, subcontractors, consultants, architects, engineers, safety officers, laborer's, foremen, superintendents, executives, accountants, and administrators
  • Creates, manages and maintains comprehensive filing for projects
  • Create, compile, negotiate, resolve, and submit change orders tactfully and smoothly
  • Negotiate, resolve and close out any outstanding change orders, quality issues or disputes
  • Process, track, and review incoming invoices from suppliers, subcontractors, and other vendors
  • Process and track outgoing invoices, payments, holdback payments, etc. along with preparing and submitting project accounting reports and budget
  • Track, record, and ensure project documentation and compliance on Terra's construction software (HCSS)
  • Arrange, attend, and conduct meetings with various stakeholders to effectively carry out the project scope and schedule
  • Manage and coordinate all aspects of the project, including the budget, schedule, operational needs, procedures, client standards, QA/QC program requirements, as well as individual roles and responsibilities on the field
  • Establish and oversee project close out documentation and processes
  • Other tasks and duties as and when required

Qualifications- what you bring to the organization:

  • 1-3 years of Project Management and Estimating experience in Civil and Offsite work
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • Solid organizational and time-management skills
  • A team player with leadership abilities
  • Above-average computer skills with good knowledge of MS Office, including excel
  • BSc/BA in engineering, building science or relevant field
  • PMP or equivalent certification will be considered an asset
  • Knowledge of Heavy Job Construction Software (HCSS) considered an asset
  • Knowledge of Estimating Software B2W considered an asset

Our "must haves" that make you great

  • You have proven work experience in estimating and management of projects from $300,000 to $2.5Million CAD
  • You use and continually develop management and leadership skills
  • You are an outstanding communicator and team player
  • You are adaptable and thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • You are organized, attentive to details and are able to multitask
  • You have above-average computer skills
  • You are comfortable travelling to different sites and meeting locations within the Lower Mainland
  • You live locally in Vancouver, the Lower Mainland or Coquitlam area

We offer:

  • A competitive salary
  • Company cell phone or reimbursement
  • Mileage reimbursement on your vehicle for travel to sites
  • Paid time off / Vacation
  • RRSP matching
  • Benefits package including medical, dental and disability
  • Company events

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