Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is beneficial.
15+ years of experience in heavy civil construction or related infrastructure sectors.
10+ years delivering major transit infrastructure projects worth over $250 million.
Experience managing large multidisciplinary teams throughout all project phases.
Strong knowledge of project delivery methodologies and risk management.
Familiarity with local construction practices and regional market conditions.
Responsibilities
Establish project strategies and critical path schedules.
Manage and maintain project budgets and financial performance.
Lead planning activities including scope and resource management.
Oversee project delivery teams to align with objectives and requirements.
Enforce project controls and change management procedures.
Execute contracts and commercial agreements effectively.
Chair project management meetings to drive decision-making.
Direct quality assurance and safety activities during the project lifecycle.
Manage project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
Ensure efficient project close-out activities.
Benefits
Comprehensive leadership development and mentorship opportunities.
Involvement in business development and strategic growth initiatives.
Flexible work environment with a focus on project outcomes and team collaboration.
Full Job Description
The Senior Project Manager's key responsibilities are:
Establishes project execution strategies, construction methodologies, infrastructure requirements, and critical path schedules.
Develops, manages, and maintains project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance targets.
Leads all project planning activities, including scope management, resource planning, procurement strategies, and staffing plans.
Oversees project delivery teams and ensures alignment with corporate objectives, client requirements, and contractual obligations.
Enforces project controls, governance processes, and change management procedures.
Executes contracts, subcontracts, and commercial agreements in a timely and cost-effective manner.
Chairs project management meetings and drives decision-making focused on achieving the best outcomes for the project.
Ensures project reporting is accurate, timely, and aligned with internal and client requirements.
Directs testing, quality assurance, quality control, commissioning, and safety activities throughout the project lifecycle.
Leads client, consultant, contractor, regulatory agency, utility, and stakeholder relationships.
Identifies, monitors, and manages project risks, opportunities, issues, and mitigation strategies.
Ensures all project close-out activities are completed efficiently and in accordance with contractual requirements.
Demonstrates strong commercial acumen to protect profitability, improve project margins, and minimize commercial risks.
Supports business development initiatives, pursuit strategies, estimating activities, bid reviews, and risk assessments.
Contributes to revenue forecasting, financial planning, and long-term strategic growth objectives.
Provides leadership, mentorship, performance development, and succession planning for project management and construction personnel.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.
Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation is considered an asset.
Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction, transit infrastructure, tunneling, utilities, transportation, or related infrastructure sectors.
Minimum 10 years of demonstrated experience delivering major transit infrastructure projects with individual project values exceeding $250 million.
Proven experience managing large multidisciplinary teams throughout all phases of project delivery.
Demonstrated experience in the planning, design, construction, and delivery of complex transit projects within a multi-stakeholder environment.
Strong knowledge of project delivery methodologies, construction management practices, project controls, scheduling, and risk management.
Extensive understanding of contract administration, commercial management, procurement strategies, and claims avoidance practices.
Strong knowledge of local construction practices and proven experience working with local trades, contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies.
Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, regulations, standards, and industry best practices.
Experience implementing and overseeing health and safety programs on large-scale transit or infrastructure projects is considered a strong asset.
Familiarity with regional procurement, labor, and construction market conditions is highly desirable.
