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Project Manager, Sheet Metal

Based out of: Calgary, AB Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent Industry: Mechanical / Commercial Construction

About the Opportunity

Our client is a well-established, multi-service mechanical contractor serving commercial, civil and industrial building projects across Western Canada. With a long history in the industry and a skilled, experienced workforce, they are known for quality workmanship and a strong project pipeline. They are currently seeking a full-time Sheet Metal Project Manager to join their Calgary team.

Please Note:

• • Travel may be required
• • Position may be based on a job site

  What's In It For You

• • Competitive salary
• • Minimum 3 weeks' paid vacation
• • Extensive benefits plan
• • Professional development and training resources
• • Health and wellness program
• • Inclusive and engaging work environment with regular company events

  Roles and Responsibilities

  Project Management

• • Manage and supervise day-to-day operations of superintendents and foremen on all assigned projects
• • Initiate, review and oversee all required project administration and documentation to avoid claims and protect the interests of the company and client
• • Ensure contract agreements are promptly secured, reviewed, processed and executed
• • Review, finalize and distribute project budgets; make all required updates and revisions, and review budgets in monthly work-in-progress meetings
• • Conduct pre-construction turnover meetings and post-construction closeout meetings for all assigned projects
• • Ensure all required permits and licenses are obtained and posted
• • Set up, monitor and update project schedules
• • Coordinate procurement of materials and equipment, with emphasis on a buyout plan that meets or improves on established schedule dates and budget costs; ensure release and expediting of all materials and equipment
• • Negotiate, prepare, process and execute subcontract agreements; manage all subcontractors and suppliers
• • Prepare submittals and ensure submittal review, processing, approvals and logs are set up and maintained
• • Develop, submit and obtain approval of billing schedules of values; prepare and submit progress billings accurately and on time, and collect all payments and holdback receivables by their due dates
• • Price, negotiate and process all change conditions and change work orders; maintain all change-related logs
• • Take responsibility for overall financial performance of assigned projects, including continual cost control, management and forecasting
• • Review, approve and process all subcontractor and supplier invoices
• • Oversee tool and equipment rentals, ensuring unused tools are returned promptly
• • Set up budgets, purchase orders and subcontracts for awarded work in construction management software (Procore/ERP)
• • Prepare drawings and related documentation to enable superintendents and foremen to execute their work successfully
• • Attend site M&E meetings as required
• • Ensure all field staff have proper safety training and required tickets; conduct site safety inspections
• • Follow up on all tenders and maintain the tender log; coordinate tender submissions with the Estimator and determine mark-up values in conjunction with the General Manager
• • Assist the General Manager in addressing, resolving and settling project disputes or claims, and keep them informed of major developments
• • Ensure all projects are closed out in an organized and timely manner

  People Management

• • Develop and lead a team of Project Coordinators and site staff
• • Manage the recruitment process in accordance with company procedures; hire and terminate field staff as required, and process related documentation
• • Ensure all projects are staffed with appropriate field forces and review labour productivity
• • Manage employees through performance appraisals and discipline, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
• • Communicate regularly with field superintendents and foremen to ensure jobs are properly executed and staying within budget

  Other Responsibilities

• • Maintain positive, professional relationships with all internal and external customers
• • Make constructive suggestions on improving procedures, productivity and efficiency
• • Attend site walkthroughs for open tenders; review and approve tender documents, take-offs and estimates with the Estimator prior to submitting quotes, and follow up on closed tenders
• • Provide budget numbers for potential work and prepare quotes upon request
• • Develop new business and clientele, including client entertainment to build rapport
• • Review and update estimating numbers against historical data as needed
• • Attend internal office meetings and training; other duties as required

  Required Skills

• • Professional, approachable and customer-service oriented
• • Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
• • Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
• • Good mathematical and analytical skills
• • Ability to prioritize workloads and apply planning and time-management skills to meet strict deadlines
• • Strong oral and written communication skills
• • Ability to lead and foster a positive work environment
• • Ability to accurately estimate work and to understand and communicate advanced construction concepts
• • Advanced computer skills (MS Office, MS Project and Procore)

  Required Experience and Education

• • Journeyperson ticket
• • Minimum of 4 years of construction experience
• • Completion of an Engineering degree or CET designation is an asset

Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring talented, qualified professionals without regard to race, age, gender, or any other protected ground. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.