Electrical Utility Project Manager

Black & McDonald Limited•Dartmouth, NS

52d

About The Position

Black & McDonald Limited (Atlantic Region) is actively seeking an Electrical Project Manager. The position involves working on a full-range of projects which would include utility, civil, electrical, industrial, government and institutional markets

Requirements

Communicates Effectively
Change Orientation
Hold Self and Others Accountable
Customer Focus
Problem Solving and Innovation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Degree or Diploma in Project Management or Construction Engineering Technology or Journeyperson Electrician or Power line technician, Construction Management or Electrical Engineering
3-5 years of in the Electrical or PLT or Civil Industry would be considered an asset
Construction scheduling, planning, and execution
Adhere to tendering procedures, examine and analyze tenders (commercially and technically)
Maintain tendering process, understand cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures
Business operations processes
Established division practices, procedures and techniques.
Organization and time management
Liaise, consult and communicate with engineers, suppliers, owners, contractors and subcontractors
Motivated and able to work with deadlines – either independently or in a team environment
Willing and able to travel throughout New Brunswick and PEI as needed
Intermediate user of: MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)

Nice To Haves

JD Edwards or an Oracle-based ERP system would be an asset
Accubid estimating software would be an asset
Procore PM software would be an asset

Responsibilities

Provide leadership for assigned projects in regard to cost, schedule, quality, safety, and contract performance
Prepare estimates of materials, labor and equipment based on contract bids, quotations, schematic drawings and specifications
Prepare proposal documents, adhere to tendering procedures, examine and analyze tenders
Maintain tendering process, understand cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures
Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards as per company policy and contract specifications
Establish and maintain excellent relationships with all stakeholders including Black & McDonald team members, clients, consultants, trades, subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and the community, while keeping them informed of relevant information
Plan, prepare, monitor, and manage construction schedule and milestones
Ensure work is performed in compliance with applicable standards – i.e. HSE regulations, company policies and procedures, and contract requirements
Monitor and report on progress, labour productivity, work outcomes, budget, cost, and forecast
Review work/contracts/WIP for areas of risk and correct deficiencies
Ensure material and equipment are available to tradespersons
Ensure monthly cost forecasting and checklists are completed accurately and on time
Ensure accurate productivity reports are completed weekly
Secure utility electrical business in New Brunswick and visits to potential and existing accounts to generate business
Travel to various sites or clients to undertake the above
Update Estimating Computer Program (ACCUBID)
Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and consultants
Other duties as assigned