Project Manager - Residential Construction

Location

Markham, ON | Canada

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our growing team. The Project Manager is accountable for the completion of the project within budget and schedule while meeting all quality and regulatory/safety standards. The Project Manager is responsible for the overall planning and scheduling, optimizing resource allocation, project accounting and control, while providing technical direction and ensuring compliance with quality standards, throughout the total project from development to completion. The Project Manager’s role spans across a broad spectrum including: preparation of schedule and budget, document management, quality management, contract administration, regulatory and environmental compliance, communications, risk management, procurement, approvals, planning & design, commissioning, documentation and filing, occupancy and health & safety.

Effective communication, reporting, stakeholder coordination and fiscal control are essential for the successful candidate.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Oversee the construction project from start to finish.
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and construction schedules.
• Select, schedule, and coordinate subcontractor activities.
• Plan and coordinate project to maximize beneficial; offer value-added solutions by providing cost beneficial alternatives; coordinate with Property/facility management forces to ensure best solution and optimum turn-over of the project.
• Ensure that construction activities move according to the predetermined schedule.
• Devise the work plans and make revisions as and when need arises.
• Co-ordinate the efforts of all parties involved with the project, including the architects, consultants, contractors, sub-contractors and labourers.
• Monitor the progress of the construction activities on a regular basis and hold regular status update meetings with all the sub-teams.
• Maintain strict adherence to the budgetary guidelines, quality and safety standards.
• Control project budget, including change of scope, control of cost. Track project actual costs against forecast and budget and resolve discrepancies.
• Produce project forecasts and cash flows.
• Produce and distribute monthly/yearly projects/program reports.
• Review progress draws, invoices verifications & approval for payments.
• Ensure project documents are complete, timely, well organized and filed properly.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, documentation and reporting skills, program development and management skills and being self-motivated and pro-active.
• Manage multiple assignments simultaneously and complete deliverables in timely manner.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree or postgraduate diploma in architecture, engineering or construction management.
• A minimum 7-10 years experience in low-rise and high-rise construction projects.
• Problem solving and conflict management skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to plan and organize a team effort.
• Capacity to motivate, lead and coach..
• Effective time management and logical decision-making ability.
• Capacity to remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Knowledge of, and experience with industry regulations and safety standards.
• Software – MS Office, Procore, Outlook; Autocad; etc.

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