Location: Atlantic Canada
Position: Project Manager
Term: Full Time, Permanent
Compensation: Salary, Education and Industry Experienced based
Reporting To: Vice President, Operations
About ECP:
As a family-owned corporation, we take great pride in being a premier specialized
contractor in the powerline industry, passionately providing unparalleled expertise,
cutting-edge innovative solutions, and unwavering dedication to our clients. Our
dedication to advancement and forward momentum fuels our business activities,
guaranteeing consistent satisfaction for our esteemed customers, with safety being a
paramount priority in all that we do.
Work Hours:
On-site / Head Office, as necessary to fulfill operational needs to ensure success of the
project/s.
Description:
We are in search of an adept Project Manager to oversee Powerline Transmission and
Distribution project lifecycles from initiation to closure. This role encompasses resource
management, following and enforcing safety rules closely and making sure the work
meets quality standards as laid out in the contract/s, budget and timeline adherence,
and the cultivation of strong relationships both inside and outside the organization. If
you’re a committed professional with a passion for engineering excellence, a proactive
mindset and a track record of delivering results, we invite you to join our team and
contribute to the success of our projects.
Responsibilities:
• Work directly with the General Foreman / Construction Manager to plan and
schedule all aspects of the Project/s.
• Manage Administrative Assistant staff working on related Projects.
• Prepare Weekly and Monthly Construction Progress Reports including
information such as but not limited to Financial Reporting and Forecasting,
Progress, Schedule Updates, Quality, Safety, Environment and identifying
Project Risks:
• Manage project scheduling, logistics, quality control, subcontractors and
project staffing levels.
• Resolve operational issues and implement interventions to minimize delays
and escalate to management as needed.
• Control project costs, assist in maintaining and tracking payables and
receivables for projects.
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• Manage invoice preparation and review ensuring timely cadence of
submissions.
• Recommend cost saving strategies when appropriate.
• Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project
control systems and implement project execution plans.
• Assist in Resource Planning for all Projects across the Business.
• Cultivate and promote positive working relationships with internal
management team, site supervisors, subcontractors and other contractors on
site.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, general contractors, vendors
and suppliers.
• Coordinate and Manage subcontractor and supplier contracts including initial
development and required change order developments.
• Serve as primary point of contact with client regarding coordination, strategic
planning, scope management, design issues, budget finances,
subcontracting, etc..
• Work with the project team to confirm deliverables and services are being
provided to client’s satisfaction.
• Contribute a positive safety leadership attitude to corporate culture.
• Train and develop new employees and project team members.
• Coordinate the inventory of tools, safety supplies and general consumables
inventory levels and coordinate the reordering as required.
• Coordinate and manage the on-site construction offices.
• Remain current with Industry Best Management Practices and put forward
ideas to Management on how to improve Business Operations.
• Ensure good housekeeping across the project site including yards, offices tool
trailers and vehicles.
• Other duties may be assigned consistent with job description.
Education & Experience:
• Degree or Diploma in Engineering, business Administration or Construction
Management (Consideration would be given to a technical trade certification with
a combination of further technical training and/or related experience)
• Skillsets in utilizing Microsoft Suite (MS Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and
Teams)
• Demonstrates self-motivation, exceptional organizational skills, and rapid
adaptability, able to adhere to instructions while excelling under pressure within
an agile and fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of estimating, project forecasting and change management
principals and processes.
• Proven communication and negotiation skills with ability to resolve project
disputes with minimal assistance.
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• Demonstrates leadership abilities that embrace the principles of continuous
learning and contributes to self-growth and the growth of colleagues.
How to Apply:
If you’re interested in a career within a rapidly expanding and forward-thinking
organization, kindly send your resume to admin@eastcoastpowerline.com. Please
include the job title in the email subject line.
We appreciate the interest shown by all applicants for this position. Only individuals who
are North American residents/citizens and are selected for an interview will be
contacted.