Senior Project Manager

BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH TURNER CONSTRUCTION 

Turner Construction, founded in 1902, is North America's largest general builder, shaping skylines globally with over 11,500 professionals and $17 billion in annual volume. We handle 1,500 projects annually across sectors like healthcare, education, and commercial spaces, combining local agility with global strength. 

Since 1951, Turner has been a key player in Canada's construction industry, with nearly $1 billion in annual revenue and over 930 professionals. Our Vancouver team, established in 2011, leads with $300 million in annual revenue and expertise in complex projects. Named one of BC's Top 100 Employers in 2023 and recognized with multiple industry awards, Turner is committed to quality, safety, and fostering an inclusive work environment.  

Turner Construction isn't just about buildings – we're about building futures, empowering employees, and leaving a lasting legacy for the communities we serve. 

THE SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER OPPOURTUNITY 

Canadian Turner Construction Company's Vancouver office is seeking a full-time Senior Project Manager for our Healthcare projects. The role requires availability to work on-site or in the head office full-time from Monday to Friday, and reports to the Project Executive. In this role, you will oversee multiple and large scope construction projects and teams; manage technical, administrative and training support for project development, with emphasis on project engineering in collaboration with the Operations team. 

As a Senior Project Manager, you will:  

• Manage multiple projects or one large project and serve as resource to Operations teams, offer engineering and other project engineering related insight, knowledge, direction, and support.  
• Perform constructability reviews during Preconstruction and work with Preconstruction team to prepare estimates for multiple assigned projects.  
• Participate in project tenders, bid levelling, and scope reviews, and award meetings.  
• Oversee execution of multiple client contracts.  
• Attend Operational Review Meetings (ORM) and Owner Architect Contractor (OAC) meetings for assigned projects.  
• Engage and communicate with Architects and Engineers on topics important to construction industry and impacts to projects.  
• Review assigned projects' Project Execution Plan and Quality Control (QC) Plans.  
• Active participation in each project's start-up and maintain general overview of project procedures throughout project.  
• Attend and actively participate in project staff resourcing meetings.  
• Ensure projects maintain strict adherence to safety, ethics, and compliance requirements at all times.  
• Conduct weekly reviews and adherence of Project Schedule for assigned projects.  
• Review project forecasting and attend Turner Forecasting System (TFS) meetings with project teams across each assign project.  
• Conduct regular jobsite visits to assigned projects and attend jobsite meetings to assist with risk management.  
• Manage QC inspections to ensure installations are per contract documents and in accordance with approved shop drawings.  
• Monitor and assist in development, training, and evaluation of project staff across projects.  
• Remain current on Turner's value-add services and manage jobsite rollout of new technologies throughout assigned projects.  
• Collect great practices or good examples and formats for various procedures or methods, including scheduling, budgeting and QC Plans from jobsite visits and share across projects. 
• Foster open exchange of information and regularly lead meetings to discuss operational excellence (e.g., budgeting, QC, etc.), current challenges, relevant issues, lessons learned, and lean initiatives.  
• Focus on continuous improvement efforts for content within procedures manuals; expand new content and procedures for areas in need of attention.  
• Ensure each project maintains up-to-date Launch and Closeout Boards; review closeout procedures with each project, and present and report on project status during Launch and Closeout meetings. 
• Lead creation of and make available various detailed project checklists with emphasis on risk management.  
• Take lead of off-site document storage and retrieval for each assigned project.  
• Attend conferences and industry seminars to gather information on new technologies or new systems to review impacts to projects.  
• Conduct timely performance and development discussions with direct reports and complete related documentation.  
• Ensure supervisors across assigned projects engage in regular performance and development discussions with their direct reports.  
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned. 

Is this the right role for you: 

• Bachelor's Degree from accredited degree program in Engineering or Architecture, minimum 8 years of building construction experience required or equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience  
• Excellent knowledge of construction cost, scheduling, estimating, purchasing, and engineering principles and techniques, and basic understanding of Turner accounting procedures  
• Advanced knowledge of various construction methods and materials, their characteristics, installation procedures and tolerances  
• Management and leadership experience  
• Excellent presentation delivery, verbal, and written communication skills  
• Understand continuous improvement methods and tools  
• Possess solid problem solving and analytical capabilities, familiar with basic lean culture and concepts  
• Advanced project management skills, able to manage concurrent project and prioritize responsibilities for self and team  
• Approachable and effectively interact with all employee levels and management  
• Proficient computer skills and Microsoft suite of applications 

At Turner, we appreciate the strength that every member brings. As you offer your unique knowledge and help carry our company forward, we guarantee to support you in your individual growth journey. The annual base salary range for this position may be CA$135,000 to CA$165,000, depending on experience and fit. Besides a competitive base compensation, we offer a thorough benefits program including End of Year Premium Pay, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, Summer Fridays, gym access, referral bonus program, regular social events, soft and hard skill training opportunities, and much more 

HOW TO START YOUR JOURNEY WITH TURNER CONSTRUCTION 

We're always looking for talented individuals who align with our positive culture and are passionate about their work. If you believe Turner Construction is the right fit for you, click "APPLY" on this posting and be sure to include your resume and cover letter.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

More Opportunities: 

• Community & Citizenship Committee: Come join our C&C Committee to get involved in facilitating and coordinating various community-oriented initiatives and projects that align with the company's values and objectives. This committee brings Turner and the community together by fostering positive relationships and creating a sense of social responsibility among employees. 
• Social Committee: Opportunity to get involved with social committee that focuses on organizing and managing social and recreational activities for employees. This committee plays a significant role in enhancing the workplace environment and improves overall employee morale. It creates a positive and engaging workplace atmosphere. 
• Growth and Development: Turner provides constant support to their employees by using tools to review employees'capabilities, accomplishments, and progress. These are in place to ensure all team members have constant check-ins, feedback sessions and goals settings to ensure they are performing at their best and get the support needed to grow professionally. 

Physical Demands & Work Environment:  

The job requires climbing stairs, using hoists and ladders, and navigating construction areas. Employees will frequently sit, climb, stoop, kneel, use tools, and work with computers. Vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The role involves mobility, occasional travel, and work at various sites. Employees must lift up to 10 pounds regularly and 25 pounds occasionally. Work environments include construction sites with exposure to hazards like mechanical parts, heights, fumes, and noise. Employees must follow safety policies, with accommodations available for disabilities.