Companion Construction is a growing commercial construction management, general contracting, and project management firm. We specialize in commercial new construction, mass timber buildings, and tenant improvements.

Companion Construction Ltd. is seeking the services of a Project Manager. This is a permanent full-time position for work on construction projects in the areas of health care, commercial office alterations, industrial, retail and food service. This mature and self-motivated individual will be responsible for projects from planning/design phase through construction and final hand-off to clients. Successful candidates will be able to self start and work independently. Taking ownership of your work and projects is important. Relevant experience in commercial construction and tenant improvements an asset.

Duties to include:

Liaising with owners and design representatives to establish accurate scope of work
Producing scope documents for subcontractors
Create an estimate checklist to determine required trades for the project.
Site evaluation and planning with subcontractors and suppliers
Review and qualify trade / vendor quotes against project scope and update project estimate
Distribution of tender documentation and receipt/review of bids
Determining and implementing material procurement from suppliers
Producing a project schedule for review by the owner and subcontractors
Procuring any necessary permits and approvals for the project
Implementing planning for occupied space work including access requirements, dust/infection control measures & security of owner premises
Supervision of work to ensure compliance with design intent and quality control
Management of changes as per owner requests & necessary design alterations. Work to include securing pricing for changes, providing contemplated change requests to the owner & preparation/distribution of change orders to subcontractors & suppliers
Establishing and implementing project close-out procedures including inspections, deficiency make-good coordination and final owner approval

Prerequisites for this position:

A minimum of 5 years related experience in the construction industry – mandatory
Ability to read and understand construction design and specification documentation - mandatory
Ability to adequately communicate both verbally and electronically – mandatory
Computer skills proficiency – mandatory
Class 5 Driver’s License with a good driving record with your own vehicle– mandatory
Trade Qualification or Equivalency – preferred

Key Responsibilities:

Shadowing project managers daily activities
Assist with any small tasks that the project managers may have
Assist in preparation of project schedules
Assist in preparation of project plans
Review project plans, specifications and comment on possible schedule issues and constructability problems
Establish plan for interfacing of trade sections
Review budget for general conditions
Assist with contacting, scheduling and coordinate sub-contractors, suppliers, and utilities, at request for project managers
Assist with monitoring and maintaining the project schedule on a weekly basis
Inform the project manager of any errors, discrepancies or omissions contained within consultant design drawings and specifications
Review site safety plan and liaise with the Construction Safety Officer to ensure a safe site
Assist with coordinating and monitoring all independent testing and inspections as required
Assist with coordinating all required land survey operations and maintain a proper record of survey information
Maintain and enforce good construction standards and quality control
Assist with maintaining control of security operations on site
Assist with monitoring labor, material, and equipment expenses
Assist in the preparation of monthly cost report projections
Assist with coordinating any required municipal inspections
Review and distribute, as required, all inspection reports from AHJ and consultants
Assist with maintaining and coordinating all project deficiency lists
Liaise with owner representatives during any site visits or direct site communication with the project manager
Attend and maintain weekly trade coordination meetings
Attend weekly managers meetings at the office

Assets

Experience with Procore
Microsoft Outlook

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Project Manager