Project Manager

Graham is an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, Graham has the resources, capacity and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale and complexity. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.

We are seeking top-tier talent to join our Buildings division and deliver innovative projects in the healthcare, education, hospitality, recreational, entertainment, retail, commercial office, mixed-use, multi-family residential and light industrial sectors. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse and inclusive environment, and on-going learning and career development opportunities.

**About the Role**:
Reporting to the Operations Director, the Project Manager, Commercial is responsible for maintaining all contract documents, tracking all contractual related issues, and developing clear and concise contract project claim record. The incumbent will also maintain, track, and develop project specific documents to defend or assert contractual claims. Overall, the Project Manager, Commercial will oversee management and coordination of the contractual obligations of a major and complex project that has a life span of several years.

**As a Project Manager at Graham, you will**:

- Monitor/control construction through administrative direction of on-site project personnel to ensure the project is built on schedule and within budget.
- Investigate potentially serious situations and implementing corrective measures.
- Manage financial aspects of contracts to protect the company’s interests and maintain good relationships with client.
- Ensuer that the project is constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule.
- Contribute, as appropriate, to the pre-award process of determining project scope, planning and estimating.
- Review and negotiate contracts; liaising with legal counsel, as appropriate, in conjunction with Department Manager.
- Monitor and control progress, costs and budgets throughout the project.
- Advise the Department Manager on project status and results in a timely fashion.
- Reviewing each project’s progress with the project staff as the project proceeds.
- Act to resolve disputes between the Company and owner, or Company and subcontractors.
- Identify required and optional changes in project scope; negotiating change orders with the owner.

**Qualifications & Experience**:

- Four-year engineering or business degree (or Quantity Surveyor Degree)
- Demonstrable experience in relevant construction disciplines along with contract management experience
- Strong knowledge of both contract administration (accounting) and the principles of purchasing, finance, estimating, engineering and project controls
- Strong negotiation skills
- Some understanding of Contract Law, CCDC or FIDIC
- Advanced understanding of Excel spreadsheets
- Basic understanding of Primavera
- Working knowledge of Word, Outlook, PowerPoint

Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Graham does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.

No unsolicited resumes or phone inquiries from agencies, thank you.