Project Manager - Buildings

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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Project Manager to join our team! In this role you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the buildings relating to construction operations. They will have a technical understanding of the scope being managed and the responsibility to ensure all work is completed in budget and on schedule.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Ensure the Construction is in full compliance with the Project Agreement, including safety, environment, quality, performance and life cycle performance, such as Project’s ECO Plan, Health and Safety Plan, and all applicable legislation.
• Ensure that all permits are obtained before work begins.
• Direct the planning and construction of the associated work including the design and procurement interfaces.
• Ensure that construction is in accordance with the design and that design changes are not implemented without the Engineer of Record’s approval and City’s acceptance
• Work with Superintendents, Contraction Field Coordinators and Subcontractors to ensure work scope is completed as per the schedule and budget
• Direct the activities of construction superintendents and coordinators assigned to the work scope.
• Accountable for ensuring the information in the Matrix is regularly updated, particularly related to forecast and actual schedule dates.
• Work with the Procurement Team, responsible for administering the tendering and awards process for subcontracted services and supplies as it relates to construction.
• Prepare monthly Cost Reports and provide updates to the Commercial Team to facilitate timely invoices to the City.
• Interface with Design, Procurement and Construction.
• Prepare documents such as VRFQ packages, financial documentation, propose schedule changes, and ensure documentation is submitted and that ITPs, NCRs and As-builts are closed out in a timely manner.
• Assist with the resolution of project issues as they arise and communicate relevant information in a timely manner to the Segment Manager (IE: work scheduling conflicts, work interferences, errors/ discrepancies / omissions in design drawings, project deficiency, poor workmanship, etc).

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Post secondary education in a construction-related field, or the equivalent work-related experience.
• Existing knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code.
• At least 5 years of progressive experience in large, complex, heavy public infrastructure programs, ideally with an understanding of LRT construction requirements
• Previous experience in contract management is considered an asset
• Valid Class 5 license; clean abstract preferred
• Ability to negotiate the terrain of an in-process construction site, including climbing stairs and ladders, steep/ slippery terrain, walking, and working outdoors in all types of Edmonton weather and conditions
  

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on efficiency, safety, and sustainability
• Excellent leadership and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate in complex and dynamic environments.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey design concepts and mentor staff.
  

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions-and to help them see what's next!

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as health, vision, dental, employer paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts to fit your busy lifestyle!

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for indigenous peoples, women, individuals with disabilities, and visible minorities.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!

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