Project Manager

As the Project Manager, you will collaborate closely with the Project Architects and Project Designers to oversee the financial performance and communication of an iconic project coming to Ontario. You will be responsible for coordinating all the pre- construction work required for a world class facility in Toronto. This position will start in the pre- construction phase but will eventually lead to a site-based construction role on the project. This involves bringing together designers, consultants and construction partners to deliver on the preconstruction strategy and help deliver the project onsite.Responsibilities:Responsible for the success, profitability, safety, quality, delivery, and progamme compliance of the allocated area of responsibility, whilst maintaining relationships with consultants, stakeholders, and trade contractors in order to secure and maintain ongoing future relationshipsSupport the pre-construction activities to develop robust procurement proposals, schedules, sequencing, and methodology strategies. Work closely with the commercial functions to produce staffing/ recruitment requirements and comprehensive preliminary plans. Develop all proposals embedding the highest standards of health, safety, environmental and quality management systems.Support pre-construction and construction activities through developing a PLAA strategy with consultants, designers, and construction partnersAct as the main liaison between construction partners and internal teamEnsure robust risk management is adopted, identification of potential risks and issues, implementing mitigation strategies to ensure quality ,timely and cost-effective delivery, and maintenance of positive relationships at all levelsAttend/Chair design and tender team meetings as necessary during contractMonitor and report on project progress, including schedule position, risks, commercial performance against budget, stakeholder issues, key risks, and opportunities.Support capital cost planning and work with design teams to provide Value Engineering opportunitiesEssential Skills and QualificationsConstruction related degree with 5+ years of relevant experienceIn-depth understanding of pre-construction and construction management activitiesStrong understanding of PLAA managementUnderstanding of the full project cycle and how design and procurement impact the scheduleProject and Construction management experience in a range of business sectorsWorking knowledge of health, safety, CDM and environmental legislationWillingness to travel across Canada and globallyConstruction Management Model experienced desirable