Project Manager

We are currently seeking a Project Manager for a growing heavy civil contractor in the Northern VA area.


This role requires extensive experience in concrete, site development (earthworks and utilities), and stormwater management.


Responsibilities
Management 50%

• Ensure project(s) meet anticipated schedules, stay within budget, meets client expectations and are executed at highest level of quality
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements
• Prepare and manage project budget/itemized costs, construction schedules and milestones, and monitor project's progress
• Tender, review, approve and award all sub-trades in conjunction with Estimator. Coordinate sub-trades work activities. Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate daily operations with Site Superintendents, ensuring quality control
• Develop quantity and material take offs for estimation and budget preparations
• Direct the purchase of building materials and equipment
• Monitor site safety compliance in accordance with OSHA standard
• Review and approve all supplier and subcontractor invoices and weekly time sheets for field workers
• Manage and execute the Contemplated Change Order (CCO), Change Order (CO) and Change Directive (CD) are processed in a timely manner, responding to the timeframes requested by the Client and contract specifications. In all cases, follow-up until an approved CO is received within the timelines of contract specifications.

Technical 25%

• Provide direction for construction methodologies and direct designers in the completion of detailed designs and construction drawing preparation
• Prepare technical specifications for construction services, utilities and works
• Analyze and provides feedback on reports, design and analysis completed by third parties including engineering firms, architects and technical consultants
• Prepare and lead execution of project environmental management plan including all waste management, contaminant management, water and soil protection, and mitigation for impacts to wildlife and species at risk
• Oversee all civil quality control and quality assurance programs including materials testing programs (aggregate and concrete), and quality assurance programs (site survey benchmarks, reinforcing steel inspections, installation tolerances, etc.)

Communication 25%

• Represent the company in direct communication with clients, project stakeholders, regulatory bodies, partners and the general public
• Maintain effective communication with senior management and the project team, ensuring relevant project updates are communicated effectively
• Prepare various documents such as technical documents, meeting minutes, project progress status and change order summaries
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with Client, Consultants, Architects, Designers, Provincial/Municipal Inspectors, Site Superintendents and Sub-Trades
• Ensure Site Superintendents are up to date in regards to on site project documentation including but not limited to legislative requirements

Qualifications required
Education

• BSc/BA in engineering, or civil construction or equivalent relevant project experience

Certifications / licenses

• PMP certification with PMI
• PE designation is an asset
• Current Driver's Licence

Experience and Knowledge

• 10+ year experience as construction project manager with specific experience in managing large civil construction projects in excess of $25 million
• Mandatory experience in site development earthworks, utility, stormwater management.
• Excellent knowledge of concrete, experience in large concrete pours and formwork
• In-depth understanding of construction procedures and material and project management
• principles
• Knowledge and understanding of federal and provincial Health and Safety Regulations
• Ability to read blueprints, structural drawings, and plan sets
• Advanced understanding of risk management and mitigation
• Extensive experience in managing budget for large construction projects

Health and Safety Required Training

• OSHA 10 and OSHA 30

Core Competencies

• An out-going team player
• Advanced communication skills both oral and written
• Accountability

Job Specific Competencies

• Superior analytical and problem solving skills
• Advanced persuasive communication
• Strategic thinking and decision making
• Advanced leadership and coaching skills
• Stress management
• Managing performance
• Personal credibility
• Workplace health and safety awareness

Computer Skills

• Excellent knowledge of MS Office including MS Project
• Primavera P6
• Familiarity with construction/ project management software including AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Bluebeam and HECRAS

Assets

• Experience in data center projects
• Knowledge of French

Work Conditions

• Up to 50 hours a week based on project requirements
• Clear driving record / own vehicle
• Frequent travel to various construction sites across the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia

Travel

• Willingness and ability to travel to the site location(s)

If you are interested in immediate consideration please send resume to Brian Quigg at bq@csrecruiting.com