Assistant Project Manager

RailWorks•Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

10d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Project Manager oversees the management and execution of various contracts related to Track, Signals and Communications, Infrastructure, and Right-of-Way activities within the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area. This role involves working closely with technical experts and qualified on-site personnel to manage all aspects of contract administration, including fulfilling project requirements, promoting a safety culture, conducting quality control and assurance, providing internal reports to the management team, and performing other tasks as assigned by the Project Manager or a designate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in a related field of study such as Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Contract Management or Project Management
Minimum of Two (2) years of related project or contract management experience in heavy construction or railroad environment
Proficiency with common business and construction software such as Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Hard Dollar, or JD Edwards
Demonstrated project management experience in project accounting, project controls (cost, schedule, change management, etc.), procurement, contract administration, safety, and quality control.

Nice To Haves

Previous supervisory or management position is a strong asset
P.Eng designation or equivalent is an asset
PMP designation or equivalent is an asset

Responsibilities

Assesses and/or prepares scope of work required to successfully fulfill contract requirements
Prepares and verifies budget and revenue estimates based on the scope of work and specifications
Develops and monitors project schedules, including but not limited to critical path calculation, resource allocation and delay analysis
Prepares and verifies work plans and methodologies, including but not limited to obtaining necessary permits, organizing resources, developing logistics and coordinating tasks between different stakeholders
Manages project activities based on the budgetary and contract requirements
Assists in procuring material, equipment and services, and organizing required training for the reporting personnel
Prepares and submits supporting reports and documents as per the project requirements responsibilities
Attends internal meetings, meetings with the clients and other stakeholders
Monitors and evaluates performance of on-site employees and subcontractors
Develops all required documentation for the submission of project related invoices
Investigates and reports all issues arising during all stages of project
Prepares and submits RFIs, change order requests and other respective documentation related to the contract change management
Prepares and analyses cost, budget, production and other reports as requested by the management team
Monitors and provides guidance to project coordinators and other staff
Actively engages and promotes safety culture
Other duties as assigned.