Construction Project Manager

AutoCanada Inc.•Toronto, ON

13d•CA$0 - CA$100,000•Remote

About The Position

AutoCanada has an exciting opportunity available within the Real Estate and Facilities Team as a Project Manager. As the Project Manager for Dealership Construction, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the planning, development, and execution of dealership, collision centre and other construction projects. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage resources, and ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in construction project management, with a focus on dealership facilities.

Requirements

Minimum 4 years in the construction industry, specializing in Project Management
Construction experience, particularly in a dealership environment strongly preferred
Detailed understanding of construction drawings required
Post-Secondary education in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or related field preferred
Knowledge of procurement regulations, policies, and practices
Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication skills and ability to excel within a team environment
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Strong computer skills (MS Suite office programs including Word, Excel, and Project)
Ability to use Computer Aided Drafting (CADD) programs (AutoCad, Revit) an asset
Work within head office, dealerships and remotely, travel required

Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, organize, direct, control, evaluate and manage construction projects from start to finish in a high-quality manner according to schedule, specifications and budget
Meet with AutoCanada and OEM stakeholders to review and capture design and build requirements
Collaborate with internal teams, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to define project scope and objectives
Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates and budget tracking to ensure project costs are within budget
Assist with preparation of RFP packages for both contractors and consultants, and establish the Project Team
Direct Project Team and review in detail, all progress and construction consultant drawings, project related materials, shop drawings, and project contracts to ensure OEM and AutoCanada compliance
Plan and prepare comprehensive project plans and construction schedules, milestones, and monitor progress against established schedules with Project Team
Scheduling, attending, documenting, and leading project meetings and attend site meetings as required
Coordinate all construction activities, ensuring compliance with design specifications and regulatory requirements
Conduct and document regular site visits to monitor progress, address issues, and ensure quality standards are met
Collaborate with contractors and subcontractors to resolve construction-related challenges
Coordination and maintenance of company facility standards
Prepare and maintain project status reports and monthly reporting on any budget to actual cost variances and other financial indicators.
Track, maintain, and manage any changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification and recording techniques, and provide regular updates
Minimize exposures and risk by implementing and auditing quality assurance controls
Administer business provisions of assigned contracts
Assist / manage procurement and project integration of owner-supplied items (furniture, signage, equipment, security, IT)
Coordinate with various AutoCanada departments on project execution
Assist with the administration of contract documents including contract changes
Enhance department and organization reputation by good governance, accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to your role and accomplishments
Ensure compliance and quality standards are being met