Project Manager - Buildings

PROJECT MANAGER

INTRODUCTION:

EnergyLink International is a leading supplier of specialized and balanced solutions for air emissions and noise management, acoustic consulting, gas turbine auxiliary systems and turnkey buildings. Backed by more than 25 years of ingenuity and a strong commitment to customer excellence we have an unwavering focus on developing leading-edge technologies, environmental advancements, superior construction and quality manufacturing through our team of dedicated professionals who ensure our customers are well positioned for both today and the future.

BE A PART OF OUR ENERGY

As a customer-centric organization, we are always searching for top talent who can assist us in delivering above and beyond for our valued clients. If you are looking to make a difference, have the drive to go further and achieve even more, we would like to meet you and invite you and join our growing team.

PROJECT MANAGER

Position Overview:

The Project Manager oversees all aspects of the design, procurement and manufacturing of construction projects including turnkey and noise management systems. This position also maintains strong relationships with our clients. The Project Manager is responsible for co-ordination and completion of the project and will perform a variety of tasks such as defining work, setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, monitoring the work, and reporting on progress.

Completion of contracts “on-time” and “on-budget” is an essential responsibility of this role. The Project Manager will take preemptive and corrective actions to ensure cost, time and quality objectives are met, and will be responsible for more than one project at a time.

This position will report to the Director, Projects

Specific Accountability:

Planning / execution / leadership

• Prepare the Project Plan
• Identify, define and sequence tasks on the Work Breakdown Structure.
• Identify and secure resource requirements, promote team building.
• Inspire team members to attain goals and pursue excellence.
• Consistently acknowledge / appreciate team members’ contributions and look for opportunities for team building outside the office.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and make constructive suggestions for change. Employ “Lessons Learned” records.
• Resolve or elevates issues in a timely fashion.
• Look for opportunities to strengthen and extend the client relationship.
• Perform project closeouts including a closure review meeting, and capturing and using relevant lessons learned, preparation of a final project report, ensuring completion and proper storage of the project files.
• Manage project through the company’s ProCore system software

Scope

• Thoroughly review the purchase order and/or contract, including and ensure applicable information is understood by the team members.
• Ensure all necessary legal documents are signed and stored in paper and electronic forms.
• Manage and communicate changes in a timely and effective manner.
• Prepare quotes, obtain commercial approval and ensure correct invoicing for contract extras.

Cost control

• Prepare Work-in-Progress (WIP) workbook within first month of kick-off and maintain weekly. Update account forecasts monthly.
• Lead value analysis efforts with the goal of increasing contribution margins.
• Anticipate cost problems and take preemptive measures.
• Ensure timely and accurate invoicing, monitor receivables to ensure prompt payment.
• Follow up with clients, when necessary, regarding unpaid invoices.

Quality

• Understand contract requirements and define acceptance criteria for project deliverables, or work with specialists to define such criteria, to ensure timely acceptance of deliverables by the client.
• Be thoroughly familiar with the ISO system.
• Ensure quality documents are received from fabricators on a timely basis and quality releases are issued on schedule.

Schedule

• Utilize Microsoft Projects for scheduling and to plan and monitor work progress.
• Ensure schedule baselines and updates are received from major vendors.
• Anticipate schedule problems and take preemptive measures.
• Forecast and monitor earned value / revenue recognition

Procurement

• Generate purchase requisitions and supporting documents.
• Assist Procurement, Estimating and Quality with the identification, evaluation and monitoring of suppliers.

Risk

• Identify and assess risks for impact on scope, schedule, quality and cost on a regular basis.
• Mitigate risks and elevate serious risks to the attention of senior management.

Communications

• Utilize ProCore and One Drive for all project documents.
• Ensure a thorough and timely understanding, by project team members and stakeholders, of project and client-specific requirements.
• Provide an accessible means of communication between the client, or their assigned agent(s), and EnergyLink on all matters in a timely manner.
• Generate schedules, status reports, communication (email) records, meeting agendas and minutes.
• Delivers difficult information tactfully.

Other

• Develop basic understanding of the product design and technology in order to understand and question requests coming from specialists and technical staff and to evaluate what is reasonable or possible.
• Remain at the forefront of Project Management practices.
• Be professional and honest, treat others with respect and fairness, promote EnergyLink’s interests in a non-confrontational manner.
• Ensure work does not damage the company’s reputation.
• Travel, as approved by management, for proposal support, customer reviews, vendor or jobsite meetings, etc.
• Other functions as directed – these functions are on an as needed basis and could expand to other departments including sales, procurement, estimating and health and safety.

Education

• Post-secondary technical diploma / degree.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in heavy equipment fabrication and/ or industrial construction.
• Working knowledge of key MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) software.
• Working knowledge of ProCore and other project management software an asset
• Experience in the power sector a definite asset
• Engineering degree an asset
• Project Management training and PMP certification

AND FINALLY …

At the core of EnergyLink is a team of highly respected professionals in a variety of different disciplines backed by significant experience. Like-minded people who are committed to making EnergyLink a success and building a different company.

Although the skills are different, there are five important characteristics (the five I’s) that each team member represents and is what continues to differentiate us as a company.

Inclusive

First and foremost is inclusivity, a real team player. There is no room for egos or silos at EnergyLink. We are all one team working together, listening to each other, leveraging expertise, helping in other areas when required and proudly celebrating everyone’s achievements.

Insightful

Every team member is exceptionally experienced within their own discipline. They bring tremendous value to the team by continuously demonstrating their unique skill sets, insights, and expertise. It is a common belief that whether it is internal with team members or an external customer – everyone is a client, and we are committed to providing superior service in everything we do.

Integrity

Every team member has a common understanding that their reputation is the foundation behind EnergyLink’s reputation. It’s about honesty, going above and beyond, being respectful and taking ownership when things go wrong. Not trying to cover up a mistake or placing blame elsewhere but owning it and taking action to ensure the job is always done right.

Impassioned

Passion is what drives EnergyLink team members. Not only a passion for chosen disciplines, but a desire to be the best. A drive to always be at the forefront, embracing change, always growing, and advancing, challenging the norm, and making the most of your experience so you can deliver the best solution possible.

Influencers

Everyone at EnergyLink is an influencer, leading by example and continuously demonstrating your strengths and expertise with every interaction and project. It’s about having confidence (not ego) and providing sound knowledge so you can effectively influence those around you to achieve something better.