AtkinsRéalis

Completions Manager

AtkinsRéalis$140K — $170K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of experience in construction, particularly as a completions manager on major infrastructure projects like rail or transit.
  • Demonstrated success in obtaining building occupancy and substantial project completion with a focus on system turnover and commissioning.
  • Familiarity with completions management systems and documentation control, skilled in interpreting contracts and technical specifications.
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate effectively across various stakeholders while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills to manage client relationships and set expectations.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and driven for results.

Responsibilities

  • Promote a strong health and safety culture during all testing and commissioning activities.
  • Develop and implement the project completions plan aligned with overall project schedules.
  • Oversee use and documentation accuracy of completions management systems, ensuring timely submission.
  • Collaborate with construction, engineering, and commissioning teams for system testing and validation.
  • Manage progressive turnover of project systems and subsystems, meeting quality and performance standards.
  • Lead the tracking and resolution of deficiencies prior to final acceptance of the project.
  • Coordinate closely with clients, engineers, and contractors to facilitate seamless handovers.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package and employee recognition programs.
  • Flexible benefits tailored to personal health, wellbeing, and lifestyle.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training to enhance skills.
  • Hybrid working culture offering work-life balance.
  • Generous time-off policies encouraging personal fulfillment.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Overview

The Completions Manager will support a transformative transit infrastructure project in the east end of downtown Toronto and will be part of a high-performing project team. As Completions Manager, you will be responsible for planning, managing, and executing all project completion and handover activities to ensure a smooth transition from construction to operations. You will lead the completions process across all disciplines, ensuring systems are tested, documented, and ready for final acceptance.

Your role

  • Promote a strong health and safety culture during testing, commissioning, and closeout activities. Ensure all completions work is carried out in line with company policies, client requirements, and applicable legislation.
  • Develop and implement the project completions plan, including systems breakdown, turnover strategy, and handover milestones aligned with the overall project schedule.
  • Oversee the setup and use of completions management systems (e.g., tracking tools, turnover packages, deficiency lists). Ensure all required documentation is complete, accurate, and submitted on time.
  • Work with construction, engineering, and commissioning teams to ensure all systems are tested and validated in line with project requirements.
  • Manage the progressive turnover of systems and subsystems to the client, ensuring all quality, documentation, and performance requirements are met.
  • Lead the identification, tracking, and resolution of deficiencies. Ensure all outstanding items are addressed prior to final acceptance.
  • Coordinate with the Owner, Engineering, Operations, and subcontractors to align expectations and ensure smooth handover.
  • Track completions progress and provide regular reporting on system readiness, turnover status, and key risks.
  • Identify risks related to testing, commissioning, and handover, and implement mitigation strategies to protect schedule and quality.
  • Coordinate station occupancy by tracking and driving commissioning and completion activities in line with the project schedule, while actively engaging key stakeholders.
  • Supports the closure of Requirements Verification and Validation Matrices (RVVMs) in alignment with SESA requirements, ensuring full compliance with the Owner's Project Requirements (OPR) and contractual obligations.
  • Leads coordination and technical discussions with building code officials, fire authorities, and the Owner, ensuring all regulatory and operational requirements are clearly understood, properly prioritized, and effectively communicated to the construction teams.
  • Manages the interface between Quality and Construction teams by establishing and aligning expectations for documentation, certifications, and records required to achieve key project milestones and facilitate system handovers.
  • Facilitates and leads multi-disciplinary site inspections and walkdowns with internal and external stakeholders to proactively identify concerns, verify system readiness, and address potential deficiencies prior to turnover.
  • Monitors and tracks construction progress against established project milestones, with a specific focus on documentation completeness and turnover readiness, and develops structured timelines to close gaps in required deliverables.


About you

  • 15+ years of experience in construction as a completions manager on major infrastructure projects (rail, transit, or similar).
  • Proven experience obtaining building occupancy & project substantial completion with a strong understanding of system turnover, testing, and commissioning processes.
  • Experience with completions management systems and documentation control including the ability to read and interpret contracts, specifications, and technical requirements.
  • Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate across multiple stakeholders while working in schedule-driven environment with tight deadlines
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to manage client relationships and expectations.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and results-driven.


Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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Additional information

Expected compensation for this role is between $140,000 - [redacted],000 CAD annually. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.

Worker Type
Employee

Job Type
Regular

About AtkinsRéalis

Founded in 1911, SNC-Lavalin is one of the leading engineering and construction groups in the world and a major player in the ownership of infrastructure. From offices in over 50 countries, SNC-Lavalin's approximately 40,000 employees provide EPC and EPCM services to clients in a variety of industry sectors, including oil and gas, mining and metallurgy, environment and water, infrastructure and power. SNC-Lavalin can also combine these services with its financing and operations and maintenance capabilities to provide complete end-to-end project solutions. SNC-Lavalin maintains exceptionally high standards for health and safety, ethics and compliance and environmental protection, and is committed to delivering quality projects on budget and on schedule to the complete satisfaction of its clients.

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Joining AtkinsRéalis presents an unparalleled opportunity to advance one's career with a leader in innovation and professional growth. AtkinsRéalis, a company renowned for its commitment to excellence and leadership in the industry, offers a plethora of job opportunities that pave the way for personal and professional development.

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Choosing to work at AtkinsRéalis means more than just employment; it's choosing to be part of a culture that values each individual's contribution. The company offers competitive benefits to support the health, well-being, and financial security of its team members and their families. AtkinsRéalis is committed to creating a workplace where diversity is celebrated and everyone can thrive.

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AtkinsRéalis is dedicated to the continuous career development of its employees. The company offers various training and development programs, including leadership training and skills enhancement sessions, to ensure that everyone has the tools they need to succeed. Employees at AtkinsRéalis enjoy a clear path to career advancement, supported by resources that help them meet their professional goals.

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