Project Manager, Utility Construction

BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD

Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi‑trade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company that employs thousands of highly skilled and talented professionals across North America. With 100+ years of diverse market experience, we are a forward‑thinking organization with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence and customer-focused solutions that stand the test of time.

About This Career Opportunity

Black & McDonald’s Ottawa team is growing! If you are a dynamic individual searching for career advancement and are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Project Manager will plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate electrical and utility construction projects from start to finish according to schedule, specifications and budget. Emphasis is placed on, planning, scheduling, reporting, monitoring progress, and dealing with project change under the direction of the Operations Manager.

Duties And Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Plan the execution of construction projects in accordance with Corporate Policy and company mandated health and safety standards.
• Build and maintain customer and supplier/vendor relationships to enhance competitiveness in the industry and promote good customer relations.
• Plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones and monitor progress against established schedules.
• Prepare progress reports and issue progress schedules to clients.
• Hire and supervise the activities of subcontractors and subordinate staff.
• Review work/contracts/WIP for areas of risk and correct deficiencies.
  
  

Competency Requirements

• Change Orientation
• Customer Focus
• Problem Solving and Innovation
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Values and Respects Others
• Coaches and Develops
• Maximizes Business Performance and Team Effectiveness
  
  

Education Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in engineering or business is considered an asset
• Experience in the construction Industry trade may substitute for education requirements
  
  

Work Experience Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in the construction Industry
• Experience managing utility or electrical construction projects is considered an asset
  
  

Skills, Abilities, And Other Requirements

• Effective communicator, written and verbal.
• Ability to effectively lead others and maintain a positive work environment.
• Strong ability to problem solve and work efficiently within a fast paced and dynamic work environment.
• Contract management
• Construction scheduling, planning, and execution
• Managing / leading people
• Organization and time management
  
  

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.