Career Connections Canada Inc.
Location
Kingston, ON | Canada
Job description
Project Manager Mechanic/Electric
Project Management Responsibilities Include:
• Prepare proposals for new projects identifying the scope, schedule and budget with the client and negotiating the associated fees to meet the clients’ needs.
• Work with the department managers to assemble a project team to deliver the project to the client on time, within budget and meeting the client’s expectations.
• Monitor the progress of the project through regular communication with the team and review of the hours/dollars spent on the project. Keep the client and Principal-In-Charge updated on the project progress through regular updates.
• Attend client meetings or delegate to appropriate design staff. Document discussions and report back to the team.
• Review drawings issued to the client to ensure the design meets client expectations. Ensure quality control measures are being followed.
• Identify extra scope with the team and the client and negotiate additional fees where applicable.
• Manage sub-consultants as the project may dictate ensuring information is shared across offices, work is completed to company standards, and fees are in alignment with the proposal.
• Coordinate contract administration activities with the design team and/or field technician for field reviews and all contract documentation.
• Work with the accounting team to prepare monthly invoicing and aid in project collections.
• Establish effective relationships with all parties involved in the project with a focus on exceptional customer service and overall team work.
• Ability to win new work through relationship building with your clients.
Design Responsibilities Include:
• Design mechanical or electrical projects of various complexities and sizes.
• Direct junior staff on design strategies/concepts.
• Prepare project documentation including drawings and specifications.
• Conduct field reviews and oversee construction administration (shop drawings, RFIs, CCNs, monthly draws, etc).
Key requirements:
• Solid knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems that will be utilized in the day-to-day management of the project including but not limited to chillers, boilers, air handling units, digital control systems, sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems, power distribution equipment, lighting systems, etc.
• Experience in project management in the design or construction fields.
• Experience with construction contract law and standard contract documents including but not limited to CCDC contracts, change orders, payment certificates, certificate of substantial completion, etc.
• Experience with pricing projects and managing fees for additional services.
• Excellent communication skills and experience working directly with clients.
• Ability to multi-task and be organized, especially under the stress of multiple project deadlines.
• A result orientated problem solver that enjoys the challenge of finding the right solution for each project.
• 8+ years of experience in building design or construction industry.
• University degree or College diploma in a related field such as Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Architectural Technology, or equivalency.
Why should you apply?
• Competitive pay – We offer a competitive salary, RRSP matching as well as performance bonuses for outstanding work.
• Ability to Grow – We invest in training our employees through formal out-of-office training sessions, in-office mentoring, and various online curriculum. We push our staff to always be learning and give assignments that challenge you.
• Great work environment – our people are what make us great and we reward that hard work by being an office that also has fun. And we are serious about having fun! Our social committee organizes summer potlucks, sporting events, parties and celebrations throughout the year. And don’t forget the nerf gun wars.
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