Project Manager, North of 60

Description: 

ATCO Frontec is seeking a Project Manager to join our Northern Operations team in Yellowknife, NT. The Project Manager is responsible for completing repairs/renovations and construction projects. This includes meeting with the client to understand the scope of work/scope of requirement, preparing quotes/estimates or RFP/RFQ packages for tendering, scheduling work, holding pre-job kick-off meetings and safety briefings, monitoring work to ensure it's completed on schedule and in accordance with all requirements. 

The Project Manager will be efficient in the administration and coordination of various projects simultaneously. The Project Manager must maintain effective and efficient communications with the client representative and subcontractors and ensure that delays are avoided, and potential problems are dealt with quickly.

Regular travel across the territories is required for this role. 

Responsibilities:

• Manage and administer repairs/renovations and construction project contracts and ensure compliance with subcontract documents.
• Resolve contractual statement of work issues and respond to contract amendments and new customer requirements. Ensure change orders are completed for every change including "zero dollar" changes.
• Respond in a timely, flexible manner to client non-forecast requirements and changes in scope.
• Ensure all project operations meet and comply with local laws and regulations, federal health and safety legislation, regulations, corporate policies.
• Provide routine input and feedback to the Site/Contract Manager on the performance, professionalism and attitude of the project subcontractors.
• Provide input and feedback on the subcontract documents to the Site/Contract Project Manager.  Identifying any improvements in wording, scope, clarity etc.
• Prepare, issue, RFP/RFQs, analyze submissions and award contracts to complete project work in accordance with the Subcontracts Manual.
• Maintain a current database of competent, professional subcontractors covering all project requirements, i.e. electrical, carpentry, masonry etc.
• Submit shop drawings for review and approval.
• Maintain accurate, neat and well organized and documented Project Files and ensure they are passed through the Work Control Clerk, so they can be tracked and their status updated in the Work Status Spreadsheet.
• Meet with clients to discuss project scopes, trouble shoot equipment/service problems, review engineering design, plan and schedule work, inspect work in progress and final inspection.
• Review the Work Status Report on a weekly basis and ensure that quotes/estimates are being provided within client service level standards and work is progressing.
• Conduct effective subcontractor personnel orientation and chair effective pre-job kick-off meetings. 
• Review subcontractor invoices for standing offer and construction projects and sign-off indicating the work is competed as required and the amounts are correct.
• Ensure subcontractors have their own HS&E policy/program or are aware and comply with the ATCO requirements 
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years of Project Management experience; preferably managing projects in a commercial/industrial environment in Northern Canada/Territories.
• Bachelor's degree in Project Management is required as a minimum level of education.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles of building design and construction including plumbing, heating, mechanical, electrical, and structural.
• Thorough knowledge of building maintenance and repair practices.
• Knowledge of building codes and construction practices is necessary.
• Knowledge of effective safety practices, standards, and techniques pertaining to buildings maintenance operations.
• Experience in formulating and managing project budgets.
• Experience managing a broad range of projects both in terms of disciplines as well as geographically, including projects in the Arctic.
• Experience using project scheduling tools.
• A track record of delivering projects on time & on budget despite challenges including remote locations, harsh weather and labour constraints.
• Experience responding to both Federal and Territorial tenders
• Experience in Property Management / Facility Management for both government and commercial clients.
• Excellent customer relations.
• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, prioritize, and evaluate the work of contractors.
• Ability to concurrently handle a wide variety of projects and coordinate outside contractual agreements.
• Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings, blueprints and specifications.
• Knowledge of laws governing construction contracts and contracting.
• Computer literacy (MS Office)

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

Who We Are:

• ATCO Frontec is a market leader providing facilities management, camp services, workforce lodging solutions, operational support services and disaster and emergency management for a diverse range of clients. We are a service-based organization made up of great people who work hard to get the job done and deliver excellence in the communities where we work and live.

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