Senior Project Manager

Colony Construction is a dynamic and fast-paced construction company built on collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. Our team is made up of passionate, intelligent individuals working together in a progressive environment. Currently, we operate with a combination of remote home office work and in-person collaboration at our office in South Surrey, BC.

We specialize in the design and construction of both heavy and light industrial buildings across Western Canada. Our projects range from concrete tilt-up business parks and simple steel warehouse buildings to complex manufacturing process hubs.

At Colony, our vision is "Building Happiness," and we strive to reflect this in every interaction with our teammates, customers, suppliers, and community. We believe in working hard, but also maintaining a healthy work-life balance for our team and their families.

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OUR CORE VALUES:

• Do what you say you’re going to do
• Success is in the details
• Learn today, succeed tomorrow
• Happy to help
• Do the right thing
• Go home healthy

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

Projects will be executed on or under budget and schedule with profitable change orders and zero recordable safety incidents. Colony’s clients will be completely satisfied and will desire to do repeat business with Colony.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Take full responsibility for all key project results: budget, schedule, safety and client satisfaction.
• Lead and manage a project team for large projects: project coordinator(s), site superintendent(s), QA/QC, CSOs and site admin.
• Lead structured weekly client meetings providing project status updates, addressing critical issues, analyzing and mitigating project risks, providing creative solutions and instilling confidence in the client that their project is proceeding according to plan.
• Report to Colony management biweekly on project Budget, Schedule, Client Communications, Change Orders, Cash Flow and Project Risk.
• Develop and maintain execution plans, QC plans, safety plans, and schedules (using MS Project or P6 Primavera).
• Manage structural steel design: ensure design engineers are on task, budget and schedule and are communicating effectively to meet the needs of the project.
• Prepare detailed project status reports as required by Colony/client, present reports electronically or in person, speak to project status and provide reasoning where necessary.
• Value engineer the project design where possible and propose creative solutions.
• Negotiate best pricing with vendors whenever possible.
• Plan, execute and properly contract all scopes and subcontracts according to Colony’s established procedures with help from Colony’s Contract Manager.
• Estimate new project scopes where necessary.
• Plan, quote and track change orders for any work outside of the contracted scope.
• Maintain an ongoing Vendor Matrix & Lessons Learned log for each active project.
• Develop and maintain project schedules when necessary.
• Organize and maintain all project documents according to established company process.
• Maintain active site presence when necessary.
• Mentor upcoming Colony employees: Project Coordinators, etc.
• Protect Colony’s interests both legally and financially with suppliers, subcontractors, and clients. Ensure that projects are completed and Colony is paid without the need for the involvement of legal counsel.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in managing structural steel building projects from design to turnover for projects in $5MM - $40MM range.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. Stays calm and rational under pressure.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of various types of construction contracts (eg: lump sum, time & materials, cost plus). Ability to read and understand contract language and apply/enforce the terms of the contract as they relate to clients, suppliers, and/or subcontractors.
• Understanding of project QC requirements including the development and implementation of ITP’s, inspections, etc.
• Strong knowledge of current construction types and costs (what is considered a good price for specified building components and scopes of work) and different construction contracts.
• Strong understanding of project safety requirements and most current construction safety legislation.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Technically savvy and up to date with most current software, industry practices, etc. Ability to learn how to use new software quickly and efficiently.
• Likes to problem solve and sees challenges as exciting.
• Willingness to learn new things. Values ongoing personal and professional development.
• Ability to maintain highest levels of honesty, integrity, and ethics in difficult situations.
• Experience with the following software: Outlook, Word, Excel, Project Online, Planner, and Teams.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively by phone, in writing, or in person.
• Organized, efficient, and detail oriented.
• Ability to problem solve independently, can stay calm and rational under pressure and values constructive feedback.
• Team player who is up for a challenge, curious to learn, and will have fun while doing it.
• Demonstrated employment stability.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 15 years experience in Project Management on large structural steel building projects (both convention and pre-engineered) in heavy and light industrial settings.
• Degree or Diploma in Business, Construction, Engineering or a related technical field from an accredited institution.
• PMP designation or other project management related course completed.

COLONY PROVIDES:

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Health and wellness benefits plan
• Ability to work from home several days per week
• A positive and fun corporate culture that also maintains accountability
• Ongoing training and support

Interested? Apply immediately, as we will be interviewing soon.