Communications Construction Manager - LRT

MYR Group • Edmonton, AB

30d • Onsite

About The Position

The IMIT Construction Manager coordinates and ensures full-circle project deliverables. The Construction Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations from pre-construction through project completion of commercial and transit projects involving the installation of IMIT infrastructure, ICT and ESS systems. Since 1973, Western Pacific Enterprises, Ltd. (WPE) – a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. – has provided complex, large-scale electrical construction services for clients throughout western Canada. As a full-service electrical provider, WPE offers industry-leading electrical commercial and industrial, substation, transmission and distribution, and renewable energy services. Innovation and an enthusiasm for challenging projects have made WPE one of British Columbia’s largest electrical contractors. WPE has built prominent fixtures of Vancouver and western Canada, including projects such as BC Place Arena, the Convention Centre, and the entire Skytrain System. The company is proud of its sustainability focus, reducing its carbon footprint by operating as a completely paper-free environment and allowing employees the opportunity to be part of building something recognizable to everyone in the community.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Fiber Optics Terminations
• High school diploma or GED is required
• Knowledgeable with ICT and IMIT Systems installation, integration, and Commissioning in the transportation sector
• Knowledgeable with specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time/cost/labor estimates for projects and services
• Knowledgeable of the CEC and all relevant local codes
• Able to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications to include blueprints, proposals and other documents as they relate to electrical work
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications
• Self-starter who is comfortable in an autonomous environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously
• Excellent interpersonal skills with strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Responsible for project execution
• Monitor project progress in accordance with safety, budget, and quality standards
• Manage public and client relations
• Provide management with regular updates on scheduling and overall project status
• Help facilitate the development of opportunities and secure new contracts
• Work with estimating department to establish work methods and review all estimates with management
• Coordinate with the fleet department to maximize fleet resources and minimize lost time
• Manage union labor relations
• Follow and enforce all safety protocols
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned
• Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location
• Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards

Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience, paid weekly.
• Medical, Basic Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-term Disability, Dependent Coverage
• Extended Health, Prescription Drugs, and Paramedical Services
• Dental Health, Basic/Preventative and Major Coverage
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
• Annual Vacation starting at 10 days plus 5 paid Sick Days
• Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees