Boutique real estate development and construction firm located in west Toronto requires a full time Construction Project Manager to oversee construction activities on several residential and commercial projects located throughout the GTA.
Duties and responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- Develop and prepare construction schedules in conjunction with the Employer.
- Work with the Employer to tender and secure required trade contractors and suppliers.
- Maintain the overall project budget and cost-to-date reports
- Schedule primary trades and liaise with site supervisors to ensure all required labour is provided to the job-site to ensure compliance with the construction schedule.
- Work cohesively with all staff to ensure project is completed on time and within budget.
- Ensure execution of projects in construction phase, according to the approved business plan and construction schedule.
- Process contract drawings and specifications to ensure that construction scope is consistent with the latest set of documents.
- Continuously pursues cost effective alternatives to improve financial performance in all areas.
- Prepare and manage project budget while tracking costs throughout the project life cycle.
- Prepare and distribute all tender packages; review and short list all submitted bids for Employer’s review.
- Review drawings and specifications and provide feedback concerning costs and practicality.
- Identify scope changes, if any, between “issued for construction” drawings and “tender” package drawings.
- Process contemplated changes received from the Architect/Employer by soliciting subcontractor pricing and ensure that scope is complete and pricing reasonable prior to submission to Architect/Employer for approval.
- Communicate effectively with Employer, Architects, Consultants, and City Staff in a professional manner.
- Ensure all Logs (RFI, Change Orders etc.) are kept up to date.
- Distribute documents/communication to trade partners (contracts, purchase orders/change orders, scope of work, drawings etc.).
- Prepare and submit accurate progress billings/invoices on a timely basis and ensure same reflect all work completed on the site to date.
- Monitor, in conjunction with the Project Superintendent, labour and material costs to ensure the budget is not compromised and escalate any discrepancies to the Employer.
- Read, interpret, analyze and forecast project costs to ensure adequate resources are available.
- Conduct project meetings as required and prepare Meeting Minutes for distribution to all attendees.
- Coordinate, manage and communicate with all subcontractors to effectively deal with problems such as delivery, labour shortage, schedule and payment disputes.
- Complete substantial completion walk-throughs with the Employer and sub-trades.
- Maintain a good working knowledge of trade contracts and associated stipulations.
- Prepare Project Management Reports as required.
- Ensure construction project files and documents are prepared, shared, and logged with a high level of accuracy and within required timelines.
- Identify long lead material orders to ensure orders are placed in a timely manner.
- Assemble document turnover at completion of project - project close-out documentation, including as-built drawings, manuals, warranties, building permits etc.
- Coordinate all warranty related service work including scheduling and follow up.
- Complete Pre-Delivery Inspections with homeowners.
- Review and manage the Year 1 and Year 2 Performance Audits, including scheduling repairs, issuing updates to all relevant parties, etc.
- Other duties as may arise from time to time and as may be assigned by the Employer.
Required Skills
- University Degree or College Diploma in a relevant field with 10 + years in Project Management and experience on large multi-disciplinary construction projects.
- Knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in contract management, cost management, dispute resolution, and risk management.
- Solid understanding of project management fundamentals – project planning, execution, monitoring and control, and close-out.
- Solid understanding of all construction trades and construction techniques.
- Extensive knowledge of the Ontario Building Code, Tarion Home Warranty Program (including BB 19R Reporting requirements), Health and Safety and WSIB regulations, Construction Lien Act, and best construction practices.
- Ability to understand and interpret drawings and specifications.
- Superior oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Advanced computer skills including all Microsoft Office-Suite programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, etc.) and strong working knowledge of Sage 300 CRE Construction and Real Estate (formerly known as Timberline).
- Ability to coordinate several simultaneous tasks while maintaining a positive attitude and flexible work style.
- Experience with stacked, low-rise, and mid-rise residential construction.
- Self-motivated with ability to work well independently.
- Highly organized, detail oriented, punctual, reliable, and excellent work ethic.
- A valid driver’s license with excellent driving record.
Please include salary expectation in application. Only those applicants being considered for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $95,000.00-$125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
