Manager of Project Services

**Company Overview**:
Breck Construction Group of Companies provides a range of construction services in multiple industries including mining, construction, and oil & gas markets. Breck specializes in major projects at heavy industrial plants and is experienced in long-term maintenance, boiler inspections, shutdowns, expansions, and upgrading. Breck’s head office is in Saskatoon and currently provides services across Saskatchewan and Ontario.

**Position Overview**:
The Manager, Project Services position is a permanent full-time, out-of-scope position. The Manager, Project Services plays a pivotal role in overseeing and managing the Project team (Project Managers and Project Coordinators) in execution of industrial construction projects from inception to handover. With expertise in personnel leadership, project management, and industry knowledge, the Manager, Project Services will ensure the successful execution and reporting of projects, meeting client expectations, budgetary constraints, and timeline milestones.

**Team Leadership and Development**:

- Provide leadership, mentorship and guidance to project team members, subcontractors, and vendors.
- Foster a collaborative and positive work environment, promoting teamwork and professional growth.
- Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and support the professional development of team members.
- Collaboration with project teams and other departments to ensure project objectives are met.
- Leading and motivating teams to deliver results.
- Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies.

**Financial Management, Reporting and Communication**:

- Responsible for the management of project budgets, expenses, and financial forecasts to ensure profitability and cost-effectiveness.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and optimization without compromising project quality or safety.
- Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for the executive team.
- Develop and maintain accurate project status reporting system for the executive team and stakeholders.

**Resource Management**:

- Managing staffing and other resources to maximize project success.
- Oversee and manage distribution of project workload within the project team.

**Project Planning and Execution**:

- Responsible for the development of project plans, schedules, and budgets in collaboration with the project team.
- Develop and implement effective project management methodologies, policies, and best practices to ensure efficient execution.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
- Leading / supporting the implementation of new initiatives within the Projects function to enhance project delivery.

**Stakeholder Management**:

- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, subcontractors, vendors, and other project stakeholders.
- Foster strong relationships with clients through regular communication, addressing concerns, managing expectations and ensuring satisfaction with project deliverables.
- Coordinate with internal departments to ensure alignment of project objectives and priorities.
- Managing procurement processes, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services.

**Quality Assurance and Compliance**:

- Uphold the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance throughout all project phases.
- Responsible for implementation of quality control measures and inspections to manage risk and ensure adherence to project specifications and industry standards.
- Proactively address any quality or compliance issues, taking corrective actions, as necessary.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, construction management, or related field. Master's degree is desirable.
- Strong team leadership abilities with excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Minimum of 5 - 8 years of experience in project management within the industrial construction sector.
- Proven history of successfully managing project teams and multi-trade industrial construction projects, preferably with experience in Saskatchewan, Canada.
- Proficiency in project management software tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent.
- Knowledge of relevant construction regulations, codes, and standards.
- PMP certification.

**Organization Structure**:
The Manager, Project Services reports to the Director of Construction.

**Working Conditions**:

- Must work independently and accurately in an environment with regular interruption.
- At times, must manage a heavy workload while meeting multiple deadlines, adjusting priorities as needed.
- Travel to, from, and within various jobsites across Saskatchewan when required.
- Travel across Canada when required.
- May be required to work outside regular work hours.
- Daily exposure to construction environment (heavy equipment, inclement weather, etc.)
- Repetitive work at a c