Project Manager - Edmonton, Canada - Stantec

Stantec

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Project Manager - Buildings B )

Description

The buildings that make up the landscape of our daily lives seem like permanent fixtures, fastened to a time and place.

But what if that didn't have to be true? What if our built environment — where we live, learn, play, and conduct business — carried us forward instead?

Your Opportunity

Our Vancouver office is seeking Project Managers with experience managing complex projects (Healthcare, Commercial, Retail, Aviation, Transportation, Education, and Justice) to join our multidisciplinary team.

Your Key Responsibilities

Project/Practice Management
Directly manage large and complex projects to achieve client satisfaction, quality deliverables, schedule, and budgeting objectives
Work with our Project Team and Partners to create and execute project execution plans, including work plans, resource plans, risk management plans, etc.
Manage daytoday operational aspects of projects and scope
Assume responsibilities (in partnership with the assigned principal) for technical and design excellence
Ensure project documents, including contracts and additional service requests are approved, and filed in accordance with Stantec processes and procedures

Project Accounting

Update project financials on a regular basis (weekly, biweekly, monthly) using Stantec's proprietary tools
Manage project budget and schedule including tracking and reporting of team hours and expenses
Determine appropriate revenue/gross margin recognition and analyzes bill rates and utilization targets for project teams
Ensure timely and accurate invoicing and monitor receivables and collection of invoices

Communications

Facilitate and hold regular team and client meetings
Keep project team well informed of changes and updates
Deliver engaging, formative, wellorganized presentations both verbally and in writing
Resolve and/or escalate issues in a timely fashion
Understand how to communicate difficult/sensitive information Leadership:
Mentor and inspire project team members
Manage team development by aligning project tasks with capabilities and career interests
Identify opportunities for improvement and make constructive suggestions for change
Remain engaged and knowledgeable regarding emerging industry practices
Comply with and help to enforce Stantec policies and procedures
Actively support Stantec's Safer Together and Safety programs and complete all Health and Safety documentation

Teamwork

Effectively utilize each team members to his/her fullest potential
Motivate team to work together efficiently
Mitigate team conflict and communication challenges
Consistently acknowledge and appreciate team members and their contributions
Keep track of lessons learned and share those lessons with team members, peers, and clients
Plan and facilitate team activities that promote Stantec's Safer Together Program

Technical Understanding

Possess general understanding of core and shell and interiors design and construction
Possess an understanding of Stantec capabilities
Regularly seek continuing education opportunities to increase knowledge base

Client Management

Manage daytoday client interaction evaluate and manage client expectations
Seek opportunities to increase client satisfaction and develop lasting relationships with clients
Communicate effectively with clients to identify needs, evaluate alternative solutions, and deliver value added services
Build a knowledge base of each client's business, organization, and objectives

Business Development

Identify business development and additional service opportunities for all Stantec disciplines as they relate to a specific project, program, or client.
Engage in proposal efforts, including completing project scoping and pricing

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

Selfmotivated individual with the ability to work in a team environment and independently when required
Understanding and awareness of design standards including City of Calgary, City of Edmonton, TAC, Alberta Transportation, AASHTO, etc.
Strong background in civil engineering design software (Autodesk with Bentley an asset)
Knowledge of modelling software such as Infraworks, OpenRoads and/or Civil3D is considered an asset
Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
Knowledge of traffic modeling software such as Synchro or VISSIM considered an asset
Strong verbal and written communication skills
High emphasis on attention to detail and accuracy
Team player with a positive attitude

Education and Experience

4Year degree in Civil Engineering (or related field) and years of industry experience
Registered as a Professional Engineer in the Province of Alberta or ability to obtain within the next 6 months
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibiliti