Senior Project Manager
Abstract Developments, Canada

Abstract Construction is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our award-winning team!

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES:

As a leading member of the project construction team, the Sr. Project Manager’s primary responsibilities include driving the success of Abstract’s construction projects by ensuring they are delivered on budget and on schedule. Working closely with the Site Superintendent, and other members of the construction, development, and sales teams, the Sr. Project Manager will oversee sub-contract management, schedule development and adherence, budget reporting and compliance. Integral to the role, the Sr. Project Manager will also be responsible for coaching and mentoring of other Project Managers and direct leadership of Project Coordinators for their assigned projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES amp; RESPONSIBILITIES:

Construction Management

• Together with the Site Superintendent, review preliminary drawings for feedback with regards to cost amp; design, job scope, schedule, and budget.
• Assist Estimator in development of accurate budgets prior to construction.
• Prepare detailed divisional scope of works
• Provide and manage CCD contracts, CCA1 contracts, RFIs, SIs, CCNs, CDs, and COs as required
• Initiate and manage shop drawing tracking process from start to end of project via Procore.
• Facilitate product selection along with development team, keeping with design and budgetary constraints
• Mobilize site set up with Site Superintendent to ensure proper planning/organization, ensuring all applicable permits, insurances, site office, storage, temporary fencing, and temporary power are in place
• Organize and conduct pre-construction meetings, provide pre-construction checklists, specifications, and IFC drawings (if available).
• Execute assigned construction project(s) as per plan with ability to make decisions on behalf of Abstract and/or client with best interest in mind with respect to value and design
• Complete purchasing to ensure timely, cost-effective, and accurate delivery of construction materials
• Implement and manage Jonas purchasing system including writing, approving, and cost coding invoices. Verify invoices are in accordance with quotes and budgets
• Coordinate with Sales and Development teams to ensure proper documentation and updated drawings, contracts and scopes are produced in a timely manner to avoid site construction delays and accuracy of any client requested modifications.
• Ensure the final Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) is created and rectified prior to Turnover/Closing Date
• Ensure Final Occupancy Certificate is obtained and provided to all stakeholders
• Participate in Post Mortem construction analysis of each project after all costs are recorded. Evaluate how Abstract can improve upon the total process.

Documentation

• In partnership with the Site Superintendent, develop and maintain a detailed project schedule, formulating critical path and providing updates to sub-trades and/or project team as required.
• Generate, update, and review monthly cost reports and budget forecast with the Site Superintendent; providing detailed explanation for variances when applicable.
• Review four (4) week look ahead Schedules, Extra Work Orders, Packing Slips, Invoices, Insurance Documents amp; Safety Forms.
• Request, receive and circulate shop drawings and submittals between Site superintendent, sub trades and consultant design team. Track all submittals from inception to approved for construction.
• Lead trades and consultant meetings, ensuring minutes are captured and circulated to relevant parties within 48 hours.
• Prepare monthly executive summaries amp; cost reports for Director, Executive Vice-President, and CEO.

Compliance

• Maintain current knowledge of applicable building codes, zoning, and safety regulations
• Personally comply with all company safety standards. Drive safety program implementation to ensure the safety of general public, visitors, and employee, and sub-contractors.
• Construct projects in compliance with all applicable company, national, provincial, and local regulations.
• Uphold values of Passion, Quality, and Integrity in all aspects of daily work

Leadership

• Provide coaching, mentoring, and guidance to other Project Managers and Project Coordinators, conveying your knowledge and experience one-on-one or in group settings
• Recommend training and/or development opportunities for the construction management team (PMs, PCs, Site Superintendents, and/or foremen).
• Identify and recommend solutions for process enhancements, keeping in mind continuous improvement for efficiency, cost, and sustainability
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