Projects Department Manager

Projects Manager

Full-Time Permanent

Service Plus Aquatics Inc. is a rapidly-expanding, progressive corporation, devoted to providing exceptional service to the commercial recreational aquatic industry. Established in 1989, we are known for our leadership in design/build services, restoration and repair, and facility management, specializing in LEED design. Dedication, on-going training and a truly dynamic TEAM, combine to make this company an industry leader.

We're expanding Join us in our brand-new, state-of-the-art facility designed for innovation and efficiency. Currently located in Mississauga (Dundas & Winston Churchill), we're excited to relocate to our new, spacious building in Burlington by August 2025.

The Position:

We are seeking a dynamic leader to supervise, manage, and develop our Projects Division. This includes overseeing the project leadership team, field and fabrication shop staff, project office support, as well as a network of subcontractors and suppliers to ensure successful project execution. The division is responsible for delivering high-quality mechanical/controls, electrical, construction, fabrication/welding, and distribution services.

The Projects Manager – Projects Division is a senior-level position within our firm, reporting directly to the President & CEO, and responsible for the successful execution of projects as directed. This challenging role involves overseeing the overall management of the division while co-managing multiple projects. In this capacity, you will be expected to support and lead various tasks, including:

• Managing, supervising, and coordinating all activities of the projects department staff, subcontractors, and vendors, in collaboration with Field Supervisors, Site Project Leaders, internal project administrative personnel, and site staff.
• Coordinating site audits, quality control inspections, and preparing associated reports.
• Delegating responsibilities to ensure efficiency and proficiency across department activities.
• Directly supervising project leadership staff, subcontractors, and vendors to verify conformance to project specifications, drawings, procedures, schedules, contracts, and budgets, while ensuring quality control standards are met through regular project calls and planning meetings.
• Serving as the primary point of contact for clients, both internal and external, ensuring clear and effective communication via written reports, meetings, calls, and in-person discussions. This is critical to meeting the expectations and success of the role.
• Managing the quality control program, including coordinating site meetings with the Project Leader (PL) and clients to confirm satisfaction before transitioning to the next site or signing off the site as complete, as managed through the field supervisors.
• Ensuring that projects stay within profit margins outlined in bid estimates, and providing feedback to the estimating team during and after projects to maintain accuracy in estimating systems.
• Reviewing, signing off, and submitting approvals for staff payroll hours, as managed by the Project Scheduler.
• Approving monthly project draws and coordinating the billing process with the projects accounting team.
• Overseeing the bulk buying process, including warehousing, off-site client agreements, and related project draws.
• Submitting weekly, monthly, and quarterly work schedules to support teams, team leaders, field supervisors, and other department heads, ensuring that quarterly schedules are completed to align with procurement timelines.
• Participating as a Senior Manager in weekly company management meetings and periodic leadership retreats.
• Performing administrative tasks as needed, including scheduling, filing, and job performance evaluations.
• Serving as an integral member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee, as designated by the President & CEO.
• Taking on additional responsibilities as assigned by the President & CEO.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and results-driven leader with strong communication skills and a passion for managing complex projects.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• Proven experience in project management, especially with high-rise building projects (PMC experience is a plus).
• Demonstrated ability to manage staff and direct reports effectively.
• Strong experience with high-rise building projects is highly desirable.
• In-depth knowledge of construction documentation, including blueprints, schematics, and contracts.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in MS Office, scheduling, and budgeting software (e.g., Sage 100 CON and ADP knowledge is an asset).
• Valid G driver's license with a clean driver's abstract and willingness to travel across the GTA for site meetings and audits/inspections.
• A reputation for being exceptionally reliable and dependable.
• Must be bondable.

We Offer:

• Competitive salary with job security (no layoffs).
• Potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Management-level company benefits.
• Company-provided phone.
• Coverage under our insurance, WSIB, with direct deposit payments every 2 weeks.
• Non-unionized environment with opportunities for cross-training and career advancement.
• Social events for staff and their families.
• After the 3-month probationary period, paid overtime, Medical/Dental benefits, and referral bonuses.
• Strong potential for growth and career advancement.
• A fantastic team-oriented work environment

Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000 annually, based on experience.