Job summary

My client is looking for a Project Manager within underground transission for a one year contract in Toronto.

Key skills required for this role

transmission, underground, project manager

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https://www.matchtech.com/

Job description

Overview:

My client is looking for an experienced Project Manager to join their growing transmission team in Toronto. Ideally the individual will have underground transmission experience. This is a contract opportunity initially for one year however has the option of being extended based on performance.

Responsibilities for the Project Manager will include:

• Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations;
• Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion including siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, bid phase services, procurement, constructability reviews, material management, construction management, and closeout.
• Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.
• Assist with internal project financials, staffing, legal coordination, risk management, change management, and human resource issues.
• Serve as primary point of contact with client regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, master scope management, budget finances, subcontracting, project staffing, environmental compliance, facility support and schedule attainment.
• Manage all aspects of project communication
• Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems and implement the project execution plan.
• Work closely with the Project Team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client's satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.
• Review, approve, and communicate internal and external reports including project budgeting, project cash flow forecast, and project status reports. Present reports to Project Manager, Program Manager as well as internal and external executive management as required.
• Responsible for facilitating project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structure establishment, project set-up and closeout, and field progress tracking specific to construction and construction related activities or program level activities as required.
• Develop and oversee materials receiving and management process, including inventory control, receipt of goods, storage, and transportation as required.
• Review contract documents with field staff to verify compliance of subcontractors and client contractors, safety and health requirements, quality, and schedule.
• Adhere to company's safety programs, trainings, and policies, as well as promote and manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members and subcontractors
• Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring office support.

Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction, construction management or related field from an accredited curriculum. Applicable experience may be substituted for degree requirement.
• Prior experience with construction of large scale underground utility projects (transmission & distribution, oil & gas, water) in highly populated urban areas such as the GTA is strongly desired.
• Prior experience with High Voltage XLPE cables, Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD), Tunnelling and permitting for underground utilities is considered an asset
• Minimum of eight (8) years of project management experience.
• Professional Engineering (PENG) registration preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.
• Must have ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of industry, government and public contracts on project-related matters.
• Position requires the ability to thoughtfully and positively influence, lead, and manage change. Must possess strong project and contractor management skills along with a strategic perspective.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills. Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access).
• Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software is preferred.
• Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• A basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles is required.