Director Of Project Development

Director of Project Management

We are seeking a self-motivated, profit driven, and customer service-based leader to join our team as a Director of Project Management. This position is based out of our head office in Hamilton, ON.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create organizational objectives that contribute towards growth & profitability

• Manage the project management team and budget

• Monitor and track employee key performance indicators

• Ensure that all noise wall projects are successfully completed from a cost, quality, and schedule perspective while meeting project specifications

• Negotiate contracts on behalf the company

• Proactively identify project risks and issues and work with the team to develop and execute response and contingency plans

• Proactively identify and secure change orders from customers

• Effectively manage the projects in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contracts

• Actively engage the project team (i.e., drafting, engineering, procurement, plant, transportation, and field), customer and other notable project stakeholders

• Regularly manage, monitor, and control project progress, job costs, financial performance, A/R, invoicing and payments and reports

• Regularly review non-conformance reports generated by the Quality Control Department, and offer support and guidance as needed

• Support the Sales team during the pre-bid stage on opportunities by identifying and evaluating project risks

• Support the Sales team in reviewing contracts, subcontracts, and NDAs

• Travel throughout Canada & the United States to support employees and projects as required

• Implement Project Management team processes and procedures

DESIRED APPROACH TO MANAGING PROJECTS

• Be fiscally responsible for the project budget as such demonstrate a strong command and understanding of the projects financials and investigate and flag issues when they arise

• Take full responsibility for the actions of both the Canadian & US project teams and the project’s performance

• Exercise influence, control, and authority to ensure timely decision making in managing issues, risks, change and project performance

• Pursue best in class quality in our project deliverables, communications, and services to both our external and internal project stakeholders

• Create an environment which is solution oriented, that adapts to the project needs and where communication and transparency is encouraged

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 – 10 years of Construction / Project Management is required

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction Management is required

• PMP certification is required

• Team player with a high level of dedication and proven experience in leading, directing and

coaching a team of Project Managers is required

• Must have a valid driver’s license with a reliable vehicle

• Must have a valid passport as some travel outside of Canada may be required

• Broad technical background and strong technical aptitude (i.e., conversant with construction

drawings, specifications, codes, procedures, and standards)

• Knowledge of contract law

• Construction and Precast experience is an asset.

• Strong Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, and Adobe. (AutoCAD is a plus)

• Proficiency in English

• Strong organizational and planning skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work