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Senior Project Manager - Infrastructure Toronto, ON Canada Our client is an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water and project finance sectors. They deliver lasting value for clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, their passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, they have the resources, capacity and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale and complexity. Join their team to deliver a better tomorrow. We are seeking top-tier talent to join their Infrastructure division and build innovative projects in the transit and transportation sectors, such as roads, highways/freeways, bridges, interchanges, LRTs, BRTs, and airports. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse and inclusive environment, and on-going learning and career development opportunities. About the Role Reporting to the Project Director and Division Manager, the Senior Project Manager is an experienced construction professional that has completed successful Infrastructure construction projects and has a strong client focus. Driven by commitment to both team and project, the Senior Project Manager is a good team-builder who cultivates strong relationships with key professionals across both internal and external stakeholders; they are fully proficient with the technical knowledge, leadership, and communication skills required for complex projects assignments in the areas of heavy rail, light rail, bridges and heavy civil. As a Project Manager you will: Ensure preparation, implementation, and administration of Safety and Environmental program on the project in conjunction with Safety expertise group Ensure maintenance and administration of the cost reporting system for all project components in the project management software suite (InEight) Prepare and monitor the project master schedule in conjunction with the Project Management team Ensure coordination and administration of drawings, drawing records, and revisions Ensure coordination and administration of site instructions and change order process Chair project meetings and ensure quality of project meeting minutes Negotiate and select subcontractors to ensure capability of subcontractor to perform, completeness of scope coverage, and best value Prepare the project execution plan in conjunction with the Construction Manager and Project Director Select personnel for the project in conjunction with the Project Director Advise Senior Management on project execution issues, potential claims, and disputes in a timely fashion Prepare the Monthly Project Report and review with the Project Director potential execution strategies to ensure implementation of the best combined utilization of materials, equipment, labour, and subcontractors for successful project outcomes Identify required and optional changes in project scope; negotiate change orders with the owner Review the project's production, cost, and schedule with the project staff as the project proceeds on a weekly basis Benchmark efficiency and effectiveness of project activities and act to improve project outcomes Assist in developing potential project managers and superintendents Ensure the execution of the quality control program on the project, and that all aspects of the work conform to applicable specifications, codes, and standards Review all project reporting to ensure proper coding and cost allocation Monitor and track equipment and resources inventory Ensure that daily, weekly, and monthly labour, equipment, material, and subtrade costs are administered and reviewed on a regular basis Contribute to estimating of projects, including determining project scope, subcontractor selection, pre-award planning, and costing Complete margin forecast in Projects program and review with Management on each month end Ensure the issuance of documentation for pricing and change administration Review and approve change order pricing when prepared by subordinates Act to resolve disputes between the company and owner, or company and subcontractors, when possible, prior to Project Director s involvement Build and maintain effective and efficient working relationships with internal and external clients Ensure that project staff understand the company's operating policies and practices and apply these appropriately Provide direction, coach / mentor / develop, review performance, and recommend advancement and dismissal of personnel Lead, promote, and maintain a positive safety culture within the team, without compromise Qualifications / Experience: A minimum of 15+ years of direct construction project management experience required, primarily in the transit/rail sector Technical trade certificate is a minimum requirement; Technical Diploma or a Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field is preferred Extensive knowledge in construction methods and project management processes Demonstrated ability to lead and manage complex or multiple construction projects Ability to train project staff in all aspects of project requirements Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.

This challenging and exciting opportunity, requires an individual with a proven and demonstrable track record of achievement at a senior or managing level of quantity surveying from within any area of the construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, structural or specialist sub-contracting sectors. Our client is one of the leading independent geotechnical and ground engineering specialists in the UK that enables them to deliver projects nationwide and deliver high quality geotechnical, geo-environmental and ground engineering investigations and services. They operate within a variety of sectors that include high-rise buildings, brownfield and waterside developments, bridges, railways, highways, pipelines, offshore energy and multi-utilities. Projects vary in size and complexity, from small ground investigations to multi-million pound developments for clients including developers, house builders, architects, consultant engineers, central government, local authorities, main contractors and utilities operators. Overview The business has a strategy to grow significantly over the next three to five years, coupled with the recent award of several long term major HS2 contracts, resulting in a number of exciting opportunities for a number of Senior Quantity Surveyors Engineers to play a key role in realising this strategy. The successful candidates will assist and lead all commercial and contractual matters, and effectively support the Commercial Director and Management team to ensure successful and profitable delivery of a wide range of technically complex and challenging projects. The Role * Overseeing commercial activities and financial governance, working closely with the operations and pre-contract teams * Risk assessment, identification and management * Cash flow management, and cost and budget compliance * Continual review and challenge of existing processes to identify and implement best practice * Negotiate and approve contracts and sub-contracts, ensuring contracts have been compiled and implemented prior to commencement of works, and review third party contracts * To assist in the commercial elements of oversee tendering activities including enquiries, bid evaluations, proposals of bidder selection and risk avoidance * Negotiation and settlement of claims and disputes * Identifying and managing risk and opportunities associated with contracts * Provide commercial and contractual advice to both the operations and pre-contract teams * Notification, preparation and agreement of insurance claims * Attend project review, progress and close out meetings * Oversee WIP levels and cashflow to ensure efficient process of cash collection * Oversee the timely submission of final accounts to clients * Maintain a register of contractual claims and disputes for and against the company * Undertake annual audits for each main contract to ensure good practice and compliance with procedures * Prepare monthly financial reports identifying any trends or areas for improvement * Managing the entire lifecycle of contracts, including final accounts measurement and agreement of interim assessments, EWN’s, CE’s and EoT’s etc * Financial reconciliation and contractual administration and reporting * Attending and contributing to risk management, value engineering, cost and value, and progress and design meetings * Preparation of CVR’s, including KPI information, estimates of defined costs to complete and pain / gain position * Preparing and agreeing final accounts and sub-contracts * Acting as a senior member of the commercial team, thus leading from the front with a positive, enthusiastic and motivated work ethic The Person * A Quantity Surveying Degree is desirable, however and HNC or HND combined with commensurate experience will be considered * A sound working knowledge of construction and contract law, and various forms and conditions of contract * A detailed knowledge and understanding of tendering and procurement processes * A thorough knowledge of a wide range of civil engineering or specialist construction techniques * The ability to apply the knowledge and principles of commercial management to a variety of turnkey construction projects * Working knowledge of basic plant, equipment and materials An attractive basic salary plus extensive benefits package is on offer to the successful candidate, along with longevity in security of work and forward career progression. We are committed to equal opportunities. We wish to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and appointed solely on their suitability for the post irrespective of race, gender, age, disability, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, religion and belief or nationality