Jim Dent Construction based in Hope, BC is a long-standing leader in Heavy Civil Construction projects throughout BC. With an established history of completing complex projects, Jim Dent Construction has built a reputation of getting the job done. With a diverse team providing technical experience and advanced skills to deliver results the DENT team provides guidance and leadership in all departments of the company. If you are willing to work on shift rotations and throughout the Province of British Columbia supporting the management of complex heavy civil construction projects, we invite you to join our experienced team as a Jr. Project Manager.

Team & Culture

This position is based in Northern British Columbia/ Yukon Territory. This position will oversee the management and coordination of civil construction project(s). As the Junior Project Manager, you will work under the leadership of an experienced Project Manager but are expected to run your project autonomously. This requires managing the full scope of the project for its successful completion based on the expectations of the customer. You will have practical field experience backed by technical knowledge. You are a confident leader with strong communication skills and a natural ability to adapt under pressure. You're driven and committed to completing the job within the budget and timeline required while maintaining an excellent relationship with the client.

Expectations

• Understand budget, current cost, and be able to forecast cost.
• Maintaining the overall project schedule and being fluent in Microsoft Project.
• Understand the structure of contract and unique language of Civil Construction.
• Be able to discuss specifics of contracts such as unit price, lump sum, and force account contracts.
• Read and understand each new contract's terms and conditions, and submittal requirements.
• Identify and negotiate changes to the contract.
• Serve as field-level point of contact for the client. Attend client meetings.
• Have a sound understanding of, and field experience in heavy civil construction activities, particularly around earthworks and concrete.
• Able to present understanding of field work to clients in the form of workplans while also providing input on crew makeup.
• Willing to work throughout BC and Western Canada. Able to accommodate a rotational schedule, camp accommodation, and remote locations.
• Natural ability to adapt quickly to changes in environment and application of work.
• Strong decision maker and able to execute decisions with confidence.
• Be well versed in regulatory & industry standards and be able to adapt to potential new requirements.
• Take initiative, collaborate with others, open to taking direction, and always willing to think outside the box.

Qualifications

• Completed relevant post secondary education such as degree or technical diploma an asset but not required.
• 4 years field experience in a similar role.
• Proven ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and be a team leader.
• Effective communication skills, confident interacting with key contacts in verbal, written and electronic form.
• Strength in change management.
• Adaptable under pressure.
• Class 5 Drivers Licence

*Please note this position is strictly located on remote job sites in Northern B.C.

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