Project Manager/Estimator – Commercial Construction

Job title: Project Manager/Estimator – Commercial Construction

Company: PatersonHam Recruitment

Job description: Our growing construction client is searching for a Project Manager/Estimator for their Calgary team. The Project Manager will report to the Operations Manager and oversee/direct project construction management by communicating directly with clients/consultants/sub-contractors regarding project cost, staffing, and scheduling. Will prepare project status reports and work to ensure the execution of the project adheres to contract plans and specifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop project requirements, cost estimates, project plan and budget
• Select key personnel and subcontractors for the project
• Monitor, control and report on progress, costs and budget throughout the project
• Maintain good working relationships and communication between owners, contractors, sub-trades and project staff
• Resolve disputes, negotiate change orders, and communicate decisions to owners, sub-contractors and management personnel
• Provide work direction and coaching to assigned field engineering and project staff
• Provide performance feedback to project staff and/or sub-trades
• Work to identify Project Coordinator training needs
• Assist management team to develop project tracking systems and criteria to benchmark and measure project performance (quality, timeliness, client satisfaction)
• Assist management in defining project improvement focus areas
• Communicate and enforce company safety standards and operating practices

REQUIREMENTS:

• 3+ years experience with estimating/project management; institutional projects preferred
• Post Secondary Degree or Diploma in Construction Engineering or related discipline
• LEED certification as required
• Analytical skills in collecting and organizing statistical data
• Experience analyzing, classifying and rating project financial impacts and/or success
• Ability to maintaining accurate records
• Ability to facilitate meetings, liaise with multiple stakeholders and prepare professional presentation documentation
• Effective conflict management and resolution skills

Our client is offering a competitive compensation package with opportunity for growth.

Expected salary:

Location: Calgary, AB

Job date: Fri, 15 Jan 2021 08:14:23 GMT