Project Manager

Corrosion Service Company Limited (CSCL) was founded in 1950 by Thomas R.B. Watson as the first Canadian firm to specialize in cathodic protection. Our founding philosophy was based on the principles of providing great customer service and developing a deep understanding of customer needs, these same core principles still guide our company today.

We are an employee-owned company - This ownership structure gives us a unique perspective on business and ensures that our stakeholders (customers, employees, and partners), rather than shareholders, always come first. This is vital for a company such as ours, given that we exist primarily to protect the environment and the prosperity of the communities in which we live.

The world's most challenging, and interesting projects nationwide - you can work side-by-side with industry leaders and apply your skills to the most challenging and interesting projects. We value the diversity of our areas of practice and our people. It's what makes Corrosion Service a great place to work and grow.

Job Title: Project Manager
Location: Markham, Ontario
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, On-Site

What’s in it for you:

• Industry-leading wages and comprehensive benefit plan
• Work side-by-side with industry leaders in corrosion engineering and start building your successful career portfolio
• Company sponsored training/education fees (e.g., P.Eng., NACE, etc.)
• Fitness club membership discount program
• Chance to be part of a high-energy and high-performing team
• Collaborative working environment founded on respect

General Function

The Project Manager is responsible for supporting the overall development, execution, and completion of operations projects in Ontario and the Central Region group.

• Define the scope of project(s) in collaboration with team members and management.
• Create a detailed work plan, which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project.
• Collaboratively determine resources (time, money, equipment, etc.) required to complete the project.
• Liaise with clients and team members to schedule day-to-day operation activities.
• Cost tracking / managing subcontractor costs with internal and external platforms.
• Help determine the objectives and measures with management upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion.
• Provide clients with milestone reports and budgetary estimates as required.
• Ensure projects and deliverables are on time, within budget, and maintain or exceed the required level of quality.
• Review completed projects for teaching/learning opportunities.
• Respond promptly to Customer / Project issues in co-operation with project staff and management.
• Create, review, and process invoices and claims as required.
• Follow change management processes internally and externally to capture changes to design, costs, and schedule.
• Completions of RFPs for subcontractors, evaluating bids, negotiating price, and ensuring compliance with CSCL subcontractor qualification procedure.
• Ensure field staff are aware of all internal and external safety requirements, as they pertain to certain worksites / clients.
• Development of proposals and budgetary pricing for projects or materials, according to the Authority to Sign document.
• Structure and schedule the Project Team with the supplied staffing personnel to meet project field requirements, performance levels, and budgets.
• Develop the culture of employee's attitudes towards work and each other.
• Ensure internal processes like QAP110, COD, and the PMO processes are being followed for projects.

Operation

• Set up files to ensure that all project information is appropriately documented and secured.
• Monitor the progress of projects and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project.
• Establish a communication schedule to update stakeholders including appropriate staff in the organization on the progress of the project.
• Review the quality of the work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project standards.
• Review timesheets, expenses, and other project costs to forecast project financial outlook / ensure projects remain on time and on budget.
• Organize: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details / data / information / activities.

Knowledge and Experience

• Post-Secondary Education
• A minimum of 2 years of industry / commercial Project Management experience
• Proficiency in use of project management tools such as Microsoft Teams, Excel, Word, MS Projects, SharePoint, Smartsheet, Open Invoice, etc.
• Project management credentials (CAPM / PMP are assets)
• Proficient knowledge of PMI standards and practices
• Good presentation skills and excellent oral and written skills are also required

Note: All employment is conditional upon completing and obtaining a satisfactory background check, including employment, references, and criminal records (for which a pardon has not been granted) checks. You must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

Thank you for your interest but only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.