Construction Manager

our client is seeking a Construction Manager who possesses a proven track record of being a hands-on and lead by example construction professional.

Job Description:

•    Plan, organize, direct and control daily construction operations
•    Plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones to monitor progress against established schedules
•    Select trade subcontractors and coordinate and oversee sub-trade activities
•    Participate in pre-construction of projects by coordinating quantity take-offs, subcontractor pricing, preparation of tenders and bid reviews
•    Assist in preparation of construction project budget estimates
•    As necessary negotiate contracts and revisions and participate in reviews with architects, engineers and suppliers
•    Oversee and direct quality control programs
•    Champion Health and Safety and Occupational practices and regulations striving for “Zero Injury” mandate on all projects and construction sites
•    Consistently provide experience and cost-effective based solutions to construction issues

Qualifications:

•    8-10+ years of practical work experience as a Construction Manager, residential and hi-rise construction preferred
•    Experience with estimating, purchasing, tenders, vendor and contract negotiations (consultants, trades), invoicing
•    Experience supervising all disciplines and sub-trades (including both employees and external contractors and trades people)
•    Excellent communication, negotiation and people skills
•    Must have current and excellent understanding of construction industry practices, OBC, OHSA and WSIB regulations and safety standards, OHS Certificate is Required
•    Must have certification of First Aid/CPR (certificate), WHMIS and possess valid Driver’s License