Project Manager/contract Administrator - Vaughan, Canada - Forest Contractors Ltd.
Description
Project Manager/Contract Administrator
Awarded one of Canada's Best Managed companies,
The Forest Group is a vertically integrated diversified group of companies offering exterior construction material supply and services within the Greater Toronto Area.
Focused on asphalt paving, concrete, landscape construction and other exterior construction, Forest has provided quality solutions for over 20 years.
We are currently looking for a full timeProject Manager/Contract Administrator to join our growing team
Our ideal hire would have an in-depth understanding of construction management procedures and experience in planning, scheduling, and assessing project specific needs such as materials, licenses, permits, and equipment.
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As an Project Manager/Contract Administrator, you will be responsible for:_
- Plan, schedule, organize, direct, control and evaluate construction projects from start to finish according to schedule, specifications and budget.
- Handle project administration, including cost control, schedule control and change order administration.
- Plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones and monitor progress against established schedules.
- Negotiate and award subcontracts.
- Prepare cost and expenditure statements and forecasts at regular intervals for the duration of the project.
- Contract administer the projects, including preparation of contracts and purchase orders, tracking project costs, attending site meetings, ordering materials, client invoicing, dispute resolution, and other related project management tasks.
- During project construction, liaise, consult, and communicate with Site Supervisors for cost maintenance and future pricing; provide pricing and cost assistance for requested potential changes in scope.
- Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
- Prepare progress reports and issue progress schedules to clients.
- Generating Requests for Information (RFIs) to the Client/Engineer of Record on scope elements related to construction package. Lead the response and closure of associated RFI's.
- 3+ years of relevant experience in project management role in the construction industry preferably in road construction and related infrastructure projects.
- A University Degree or College Diploma in Engineering or Construction Management or a combination of education and industry experience
- Experience with Microsoft Project
- Strong computer skills and an enthusiasm for innovation
- A proven track record of successful project management and team collaboration
- Ability to adapt to changing market conditions
- Effective communication skills
- Excellent analytical and planning skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Effective problemsolving skills
- Strong organisational skills and high attention to detail
- Ability to multitask and prioritise various tasks with conflict deadlines.
Why join The Forest Group?_
- We offer a competitive salary with the potential for a performancebased bonus.
- We provide a competitive benefits package including but not limited to; medical, dental, vision, and additional benefits (i.e massage, physiotherapy, etc.).
- We offer a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) with employer matching.
- Opportunity for significant career development due to continual growth.
- A strong company culture and work life balance.
- An onsite gym.
We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status.
Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.- We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted._
Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
$65,000.00-$100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Onsite gym
- Onsite parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Vaughan, ON L4L 8V1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have a diploma/degree in civil engineering and/or project management?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- Project management: 2 years (required)
Work Location:
One location
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