Senior Project Manager

Harbour Construction Company Limited•Dartmouth, NS

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Harbour Construction is hiring a Senior Project Manager to lead a large heavy civil construction project in Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia. The project involves mass excavation, earthworks, grading, flatwork and site development. This is a senior, hands-on leadership position for someone who can operate independently, spearhead a complex project and take full ownership of its successful execution and delivery. You will work in close partnership with the on-site Superintendent to align project planning, schedule, budget, procurement and contractual requirements with day-to-day field execution. You will also provide clear direction to Project Coordinators, Engineers, Surveyors, Foremen, subcontractors and suppliers while serving as a primary point of contact for the client, consultants and other project stakeholders. We are looking for a leader who anticipates challenges, establishes priorities, makes sound decisions and keeps the entire team moving toward a successful outcome.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years of progressive construction experience, with substantial experience in heavy civil construction.
At least five years of experience with full project-management responsibility.
Proven experience leading large or technically complex construction projects.
Strong experience with mass excavation, earthworks, grading, foundations, flatwork or large-scale site development.
Demonstrated responsibility for project scope, budget, schedule, quality, risk and delivery.
Experience working closely with on-site Superintendents and field teams to plan and execute construction activities.
Strong knowledge of project-management principles, theory, processes and execution practices.
Experience managing projects from pre-construction and mobilization through execution and closeout.
Experience with cost control, forecasting, progress measurement and financial reporting.
Experience developing and maintaining project schedules and critical-path activities.
Strong knowledge of contract administration, procurement, subcontract management and change management.
Experience managing RFIs, submittals, technical documentation and design coordination.
Experience working directly with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
Demonstrated ability to identify risk, develop mitigation plans and resolve complex project issues.
Strong leadership, negotiation, communication and decision-making skills.
The ability to understand how commercial decisions affect field execution—and how field decisions affect project cost and contractual position.
A degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management or a closely related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution.
A valid driver’s licence, reliable transportation and strong English communication skills are required.
Candidates must currently live within commuting distance of Port Hawkesbury or be willing to relocate.

Nice To Haves

An equivalent combination of extensive heavy civil construction experience and formal technical training may be considered.
Project Management Professional designation.
Professional Engineer, Engineer-in-Training, Certified Engineering Technologist or related professional designation.
Experience with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project or other scheduling platforms.
Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Civil 3D or other construction-management software.
Experience with earned-value management, formal risk-management processes or advanced cost-control systems.
Experience negotiating complex changes, resolving claims or supporting dispute resolution.
Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

Take overall responsibility for the planning, execution, control and delivery of the project.
Establish the project-management plan, execution strategy, milestones and reporting structure.
Lead the project from mobilization and early planning through construction and closeout.
Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, risk and contractual requirements.
Translate contract documents and project objectives into clear, practical execution plans.
Establish project priorities and provide direction to the project-management and field teams.
Build a strong working partnership with the on-site Superintendent and maintain clear, consistent communication.
Work with the Superintendent to establish construction sequencing, short-term priorities and resource requirements.
Ensure project-management commitments, schedules and budgets reflect actual field conditions.
Provide the Superintendent with the drawings, approvals, materials, subcontractors and information required to keep work moving.
Address field concerns quickly and remove barriers that could affect safety, quality, productivity or schedule.
Respect the Superintendent’s responsibility for daily field operations while maintaining overall accountability for project delivery.
Lead project meetings, planning sessions, progress reviews and stakeholder discussions.
Develop, maintain and monitor the project schedule, critical path, milestones and short-term priorities.
Track project performance against the approved budget and schedule.
Prepare accurate cost forecasts, cash-flow projections, progress reports and management updates.
Monitor labour, equipment, material, subcontractor and supplier costs.
Identify cost pressures, schedule risks and performance concerns before they affect project delivery.
Lead procurement planning, subcontractor selection, scope development and supplier coordination.
Oversee subcontractor performance, commitments, progress and compliance with project requirements.
Manage RFIs, submittmits, shop drawings, technical documentation and design coordination.
Lead project change management, including scope review, pricing, documentation, negotiation and recovery.
Review and approve purchase orders, subcontract commitments, invoices and progress billings.
Ensure quantities, production information and completed work are accurately tracked and reported.
Coordinate with Surveyors and project teams regarding layout, quantities, as-builts and field information.
Maintain clear communication with the client, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and internal leadership.
Identify project risks, establish mitigation plans and follow corrective actions through to completion.
Resolve technical, contractual, commercial and operational issues using sound judgment.
Ensure project documentation is complete, accurate and current.
Lead quality planning, inspection, deficiency management and project closeout.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure project activities align with company, client and regulatory requirements.
Build accountability across the project team while supporting people in doing their best work.
Mentor Project Coordinators, Engineers and developing project-management professionals.
Protect the company’s contractual, financial and professional interests throughout the project.