Marine Construction Manager

PCL Construction•Richmond, CA

1d•CA$155,000 - CA$185,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Marine Construction Manager for PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc. in Richmond, British Columbia, you'll have the opportunity to contribute by leading the successful delivery of complex marine and waterfront infrastructure projects. In this role, you'll provide overall leadership for project planning, procurement, execution, commissioning, and closeout activities involving berths, jetties, wharves, docks, ferry terminals, marine foundations, pile-supported structures, shoreline infrastructure, and port facilities. You'll be accountable for achieving project objectives related to safety, quality, schedule, cost, environmental compliance, and client satisfaction.

Requirements

Postsecondary education in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
15+ years of progressive construction experience with demonstrated leadership and mentoring responsibilities.
Proven experience successfully leading large, complex infrastructure projects and multidisciplinary teams.
Expert knowledge of construction methods, project delivery models, construction contracts, contract administration, risk management, and applicable codes and regulations.
Strong knowledge of project planning, estimating, scheduling, procurement, change management, cost control, and project controls.
Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with clients, consultants, regulators, Indigenous groups, and other project stakeholders.
Strong leadership, communication, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Experience implementing and promoting a strong safety culture on complex construction projects.
Extensive experience delivering marine, waterfront, port, terminal, bridge, dredging, coastal, or heavy civil infrastructure projects.
Demonstrated experience managing marine construction projects involving wharves, docks, berths, jetties, terminals, marine foundations, pile-supported structures, or similar waterfront assets.
Strong understanding of marine construction methods, including pile driving, drilled piles, marine foundations, marine concrete works, temporary works, shoreline protection, dredging, and over-water construction techniques.
Knowledge of marine logistics, vessel coordination, tug and barge operations, marine cranes, heavy lifting activities, and specialty marine equipment.
Working knowledge of marine environmental regulations, permitting processes, in-water work requirements, fisheries protection measures, and environmental monitoring programs.

Nice To Haves

Experience working within British Columbia's marine construction market is preferred, including experience with clients such as BC Ferries, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, Prince Rupert Port Authority, Canadian Coast Guard, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, Seaspan, DP World, GCT Canada, Neptune Terminals, Westshore Terminals, and Pacific Coast Terminals.

Responsibilities

Leads and promotes a strong safety culture while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Oversees project execution to ensure work is delivered in accordance with design requirements, budget, schedule, quality standards, and client expectations.
Develops and implements project execution plans, quality management plans, and risk mitigation strategies.
Monitors project performance, including cost forecasts, schedules, productivity, workforce, equipment utilization, and material management.
Leads change management, contract administration, claims resolution, procurement activities, and project controls processes.
Develops and maintains relationships with clients, consultants, trade contractors, regulatory agencies, Indigenous groups, and other key stakeholders.
Mentors, coaches, and develops project personnel while supporting recruitment, onboarding, succession planning, and leadership development.
Supports project pursuits, estimates, proposals, and business development initiatives within the marine and infrastructure sectors.
Leads construction activities for marine, waterfront, port, terminal, bridge, dredging, shoreline protection, and coastal infrastructure projects.
Plans and executes marine construction work involving wharves, piers, docks, berths, jetties, ferry terminals, marine foundations, pile-supported structures, and related waterfront infrastructure.
Oversees marine construction methodologies and operations, including pile driving, drilled piles, rock sockets, marine concrete works, temporary works, heavy lifts, and over-water construction activities.
Oversees marine logistics and resource planning, including barges, tugboats, work boats, marine cranes, specialty equipment, offshore material handling, and marine transportation requirements.
Ensures compliance with environmental permits, Fisheries Act requirements, navigation regulations, spill response requirements, and project-specific stakeholder commitments.
Leads construction activities adjacent to active terminals, ferry facilities, shipping channels, ports, and industrial waterfront operations while minimizing impacts to ongoing operations.

Benefits

Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
Annual discretionary performance bonuses
RRSP, TFSA, Pension Contribution Options
Flexible medical, dental and vision benefits
Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
Life, AD&D and disability insurance
Paid parental leave and family care support
Health and lifestyle spending account options
Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
Access to world-class training through PCL's College of Construction and professional development courses
Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions