Senior Project Manager

THE COMPANYAWARD Construction Ltd. is a premier North American contractor for commercial builds, renovations, and multi-family housing. With over 100 years of joint construction experience, we provide the highest level of craftsmanship, dedicated personnel, and an exemplary safety record. AWARD is a principal led firm, ensuring the direct engagement of our clients to our principals. In a world of uncertainty and constant change, AWARD is a leader in identifying opportunities and mitigating risk. Sustainability is core to our business and our commitment to green building aligns with our values. What we build matters to us, who we build for matters even more.At AWARD we believe our Culture, Vision and Core Values are imperative to all business interactions. Our people love what they do, and it shows - in our entrepreneurial spirit, desire to strengthen communities, the enduring relationships we build, and the pride we take in our craft. Every successful project and development hinges on an even better team. At AWARD, we stress the team approach right from the start and only build our project team with organizations who share the same vision. AWARD offers the strength and stability of a large construction manager and the flexibility of a start-up. With a robust pipeline of projects on the horizon, we're seeking talented and driven individuals to join our team and be part of our journey towards continued success. Learn more about AWARD Construction Ltd. here. THE POSITIONAWARD Construction Ltd. is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead large-scale commercial and residential construction projects through conceptual planning, design, and construction phases. Responsible for total project delivery, the Senior Project Manager is accountable for the overall execution of multiple projects, safely and profitably, with a critical focus on meeting and exceeding client needs and expectations. The ideal candidate has extensive demonstrated experience in managing large-scale building construction projects. We are looking for someone who has expertise in the principles of project design and administration, in combination with strong leadership skills to motivate project teams to achieve success. AWARD is seeking someone with exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, a keen attention to detail, and an innovative mindset.Responsibilities & DeliverablesProject Planning & Documentation: Developing comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resources, and budget allocations. Preparing project-specific schedules, including defined milestones, and ensuring clarity in scope of work with proper documentation. Obtaining necessary permits/licenses and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements throughout the project lifecycle.Project Coordination: Establishing project contact sheets and facilitating regular meetings with subcontractors, consultants, and clients to monitor progress and address concerns. Financial & Resource Management: Developing project budgets, monitoring expenses, and preparing purchase orders for materials and subcontractor contracts within set limits. Coordinating with vendors to purchase materials with sufficient lead time to prevent disruptions to project continuity.Progress Reporting & Claims: Preparing comprehensive project progress reports, submitting monthly progress claims to consultants, and ensuring timely completion and submission of subcontractor invoices.Safety & Site Management: Monitoring project safety incidents, addressing safety concerns, and liaising with Corporate Health and Safety Manager for resolution. Conducting routine project walkthroughs to ensure project alignment with expectations and addressing any issues.Team Leadership: Managing, coordinating, and developing project teams, including contractors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders. Coaching, mentoring, and managing performance of Project Coordinator.Communication & Relationship Management: Fostering positive relationships with vendors, subcontractors, and employees while resolving issues and ensuring project adherence to schedule. Managing changes to project scope, schedule, and costs through proper verification techniques and communication with stakeholders.Skills, Knowledge, & ExperienceMinimum 5 years' experience in a Project Management or Supervisor role in the construction industry. Experience across a range of projects, including commercial, industrial, and multi-family residential is preferred.A combination of relevant post-secondary education (i.e. Technical Diploma, equivalent, or higher) and demonstrated aptitude with years of equivalent experience will be considered. Project Management Institute (PMI) accreditation or equivalent designation is considered an asset.Comprehensive understanding of construction drawings, documents, costs, processes, materials, regulations, and safety standards.Skilled in project management principles and tools to plan, execute, and oversee projects efficiently.Strong financial acumen with understanding of financial management, budgeting, and cost control in construction projects.Ability to lead diverse teams and manage subcontractors and stakeholders to achieve project outcomes.Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships and effectively manage client expectations.Strong negotiation skills; ability to influence and persuade others to reach a consensus.Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues professionally and efficiently. Proficiency with MS Office Suite.Proficiency in using scheduling and project management software (i.e. Blubeam, Autodesk Docs, Eclipse, Proest, or Buildings Connected) is an asset.Willing to travel to site and work flexible hours, as required.COMPENSATIONAWARD Construction Ltd. provides a highly competitive compensation package, including competitive base salary, employee ownership opportunity, bonus program, medical and dental health benefits, among other benefits. Construction