Job DescriptionAs we continue to grow, we are exploring the establishment of a new presence in Northern Alberta, with potential locations including Edmonton, Fort Saskatchewan, or Bonnyville. We are currently seeking an Area Manager to play a key role in supporting this expansion and helping shape our regional operations.
What's In It For You- Competitive Salary
- Extensive benefit plan
- Inclusive and engaging work environment
- Health and Wellness spending account
- Fun company events and barbeques
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 as necessary to avoid claims and protect the best interest of the company and client
- Ensure contract agreements are expeditiously secured, reviewed, processed and executed
- Review, finalize and distribute project budget. Make all required budget updates and revisions
- Conduct pre-construction turnover meetings for all assigned projects
- Ensure all required permits and licenses are obtained and posted
- Initiate set-up, monitoring and update of project schedule
- Coordinate all required procurement of materials and equipment, with emphasis on buyout plan to meet, or improve on, established schedule dates and budget costs
- Responsible for subcontract agreement negotiation, preparation, processing and execution
- Ensure all required submittal review, processing and approvals and submittal logs are set-up and maintained
- Ensure release and expediting of all materials and equipment
- Develop, submit and obtain approval of billing schedule of values
- Prepare accurately and submit on time. Collect all payments, progress billing and holdback receivables on or before due dates
- Price, negotiate and process all change conditions and change work order. Maintain all required change related and change order logs
- Oversee all tools and equipment rentals, ensuring unused tools are returned immediately
- Responsible for overall financial performance of assigned projects, including continual cost control, management and forecasting
- Manage all subcontractors and suppliers
- Review, approve and process all subcontractor and supplier invoices
- Assist General Manager as necessary to address, resolve and settle project disputes and/or claims
- Inform General Manager of any major developments
- Ensure all projects are closed out in an organized and timely manner
- Conduct post-construction closeout meetings for assigned project
People Management
- Develop and lead a team of Project Coordinators and site staff
- Manage recruitment process in accordance with company procedures
- Ensure all projects are staffed with appropriate field forces and review labour productivity
- Manage employees through performance appraisals and discipline
- Ensure compliance with Company policies and procedures
Other Responsibilities
- Maintain positive and professional relationship with all customers, external and internal. Industry and customer relationships are an
asset - Make constructive suggestions to the Division Manager on improving procedures, productivity and efficiency
- Other duties as required
Required Skills and Abilities - Strong computer skills (MS Office, MS Project, Procore, Accubid, LiveCount)
- Project Scheduling & Planning
- Budget Control & Cost Management
- Contract Administration
- Risk Identification & Mitigation
- Negotiation & Conflict Resolution
- Project Reporting & Documentation
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities
- Effective interpersonal and leadership skills
- Problem-solving aptitude and sound decision-making capabilities
- High degree of professionalism, strong work ethic, and effective time management
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
Required Experience and Education - Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Project Manager capacity within the electrical construction industry.
- Demonstrated experience managing projects with contract values ranging from $1 million to $5 million.
- Proven ability to develop comprehensive project estimates and takeoffs.
- Proficient in preparing and managing detailed project budgets.
- Familiarity with various contract delivery models including Fixed Price, Construction Management, Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), and Fixed Fee arrangements.
- Valid Electrical Journeyperson Certification is required.
- Gold Seal Certification and/or PMP (Project Management Professional) designation would be considered a strong asset.
- Engineering degree or CET is considered an asset
Additional Requirements- Travel may be required
- Position may be on a job site
We firmly believe our employees are our best assets and we are committed to providing ongoing training and support to allow them to reach their full potential. Trotter & Morton Group of Companies is an industry-leader in safety, and we strive for an incident-free workplace in all aspects of our operations. If you have a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence, apply today and build a rewarding career as a member of our high-performing team.
