Project Manager - Ottawa, Canada - Louis W. Bray Construction

Louis W. Bray Construction

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Ottawa, Canada

2 days ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Louis W.

Bray Construction Limited is a well-established Heavy Civil Construction Contractor, continually building on its solid reputation throughout Ontario since 1972.

We are seeking a Project Manager to support our continued growth and success.

This role is a critical position within the Bray team and will provide management oversight for all phases of the construction projects and ensure that project quality, schedule, cost control, safety and customer satisfaction objections are met.

Position Overview

Oversee and mentor the project delivery team to ensure the successful delivery of each project. This team includes Superintendents and Project Coordinators.
Effectively communicate and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers and employees to ensure needs are met and problems/conflicts are resolved in a timely fashion.
Develop, review and approve project schedules, estimates and all updates.
Track and control construction schedules and associated costs to achieve completion of projects within time and budget.
Oversee the performance of all subcontractors. Ensure compliance with the scope and timely submission of all contract documentation.
Assume responsibility for the proper administration of construction contracts and for obtaining all necessary permits and licenses.
Complete biweekly status reports, keeping management informed on construction progress, direct and indirect construction costs and forecasts and other activities that are a part of the work.
Ensures job status reports are properly reviewed with the project team prior to issuance.
Report to owners and engineers about progress and any necessary modifications of plans that seem indicated.
Advises management of developments that may affect profit, cost, schedules and client relations.
Maintain effective contingency plans for potential problems concerning labour, weather, etc.
Implement and maintain an effective construction safety program.
Follow up with the client at the end of the project to ensure satisfaction
Participate in business development activities and promote productive client relationships.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or a college diploma and 710 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (i.e., technology, equipment, methods); negotiations, engineering, cost control schedules and safety equipment.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret business documents, technical procedures and/or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and business correspondences. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.
Ability to work in a fastpaced, demanding, customerdriven environment.
Must possess superior organizational skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Project, Primavera and Auto Cad. Experience with Vista an Asset.
Ability to work and achieve results on time with mínimal guidance or direction and be accountable/conscious of costing.
Flexible in approach and problemsolving ability; able to embrace challenges and resolve.
Experience in Heavy Civil Construction is required in one or more of the following areas: Structures, Earthworks and Underground, Wastewater Treatment, Pumping stations