Construction Manager

BUILD YOUR CAREER AT FCC CANADA

FCC Group is an international leader in engineering and infrastructure, headquartered in Spain. With over a century of history, FCC’s core businesses include construction, environmental services, end-to-end water management, and the development of concessions for large infrastructure. In Canada, FCC is proud to be involved in multiple projects in Ontario and British Columbia to improve public transportation infrastructure.

FCC Canada, part of the Construction Division of FCC Group, has been present in Canada since 1997. We have been involved in innovative subway infrastructure work, such as the Highway 407 stations and Northern Tunnels for the Toronto York Spadina Subway Line Expansion, as well as the construction, operation, and maintenance of the Fredericton Moncton Highway. FCC Canada excels in civil works such as roads, railways, maritime construction, tunnels, bridges, and subway projects.

About the Project

Cross Fraser Partnership (CFP) is a Bouygues Construction Canada Inc., Fomento de Construcciones y Contratas (FCC) Canada Ltd., Pomerleau BC Inc. and Arcadis Canada Inc. general partnership that has been selected to collaboratively deliver a new, eight-lane immersed tube tunnel that will replace the existing George Massey Tunnel on Highway 99. The new tunnel will have three vehicle lanes and a dedicated transit lane in each direction, with a separated active transportation corridor for cyclists and pedestrians.

Position Overview

The Construction Manager will be responsible for managing all construction activities related to the development and implementation of the North or South section of this project. This role requires expertise in managing complex construction projects, including earthworks, bridge construction, soil improvement and highways in general, while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

• The Construction Manager shall be responsible for all construction activities related to section and for ensuring compliance applicable under the agreement, inclusive of any Early Works Infrastructure.
• Project Planning: Contribute to develop comprehensive construction plans and schedules for all works in his section, considering factors such as site conditions, resource allocation, and regulatory requirements.
• Construction Execution: Direct and coordinate construction activities, including, excavation, foundation construction, bridge erection, piling, to ensure timely completion and compliance with project specifications.
• Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates.
• Lead and manage pre-construction phase using design-build, construction management, or stipulated price methodologies.
• Ensure accurate and timely response of project team for value engineering, schedule development, risk management analysis, constructability reviews and other deliverables.
• Oversee pre-construction deliverables from project introduction through the construction document completion.
• Participate in design meetings with owners, development team, architects, consultants, and engineers during the design stage to provide real-time recommendations.
• Review documentation including specifications and drawings for quality, content, and constructability.
• Provide recommendations to the owner and consultant team on clarity, consistency, constructability, and coordination of the documentation.
• Actively support and participate in cost estimating activities, assist with construction budgets for projects and provide input on Value Engineering
• Coordinate resolution of constructability issues during design and lead design and construction document reviews
• Manage, evaluate and review potential risk factors with management and the client.
• Oversee development of cost information through benchmarking, and utilization of various estimating platforms
• Plan and lead pre-construction strategy meetings and make recommendations to the owner and the consultant about procurement options.
• Prepare site logistics plans, construction management plans, trade package strategies, early works plans, and sequencing options..
• Quality Assurance: Implement quality control measures and inspection protocols to monitor the quality of workmanship and materials used in both structural and maritime works, conducting regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with project standards.
• Safety Management: Enforce safety protocols and procedures for both land-based and marine construction activities, promoting a culture of safety awareness and adherence to regulatory requirements to minimize accidents and incidents.
• Environmental Compliance: Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and permit conditions for marine works, including erosion and sediment control measures, marine habitat protection, and pollution prevention measures.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and challenges associated with both structural and maritime works, developing risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans to minimize disruptions and delays.
• Team Leadership: Lead and motivate multidisciplinary project teams, including engineers, supervisors, and support staff, fostering a collaborative and results-driven work environment to achieve project objectives.
• Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the construction interface from start to finish according to schedule, specifications and budget.
• Visit site to review options for renovation projects and assist with preparation of feasibility studies.

Education and Qualifications

• Degree in civil engineering, architecture, engineering, planning, construction, law, or a related field
• PMP and P.Eng. qualifications will be given preference.
• 15 years’ experience with at least 5 years of construction management experience on highways roads and or bridges.

Job Requirements

• Demonstrated familiarity with your local Building Code, Health & Safety regulations, and regulatory permit requirements for the construction industry.
• 15+ years professional experience working as an Construction Manager on large, multi-million-dollar infrastructure projects.
• Valuable experience in projects with: Structures, Seismic conditions, works bellow the water table.
• Knowledge of government regulations regarding the construction industry
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, Outlook; in addition to Google communication tools like Gmail and Google Docs
• Knowledge of project management tools like Microsoft Project /Gantt chart planning tools
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.

Work Environment

FCC Canada is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive culture which promotes gender equity and the recruitment of all under-represented groups in all levels of its workforce. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that all aspects of our recruitment and selection processes are accessible to individuals with disabilities. We offer reasonable accommodation upon request to support applicants throughout their journey with us. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please send us an email at “[email protected]". Feedback about the accommodation process is welcome at “[email protected]". This commitment is in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario’s Human Rights Code, affirming our ongoing efforts to provide a supportive and equitable environment for all.