CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Arbutus Properties is a leading land developer, home builder, and commercial constructor, offering a dynamic work environment, attractive compensation and benefits package, and vast opportunity for advancement. We are currently seeking an experienced Construction Manager with a strong work ethic, the desire to be part of a team, and the skills to advance some of the most exciting Residential and Commercial projects in across western Canada. As a member of our team, you will provide insight and innovative construction solutions to ensure the successful execution of our commercial and multi-family projects.

Summary

The Construction Manager is responsible for planning, organizing and directing all department activities related to construction operations. Ultimately, the Construction Manager is accountable for the management and profitability of the construction department. The Construction Manager also provides the overall leadership of the construction operations.

The Construction Manager is a collaborative team player, focused on the strategic objectives of the company through delivering projects safely, on schedule, within budget and providing top quality workmanship.

Location and Travel

Projects across western Canada - this position will require frequent travel to active job sites and offices.

Responsibilities

As the Construction Manager responsibilities of this position include:

• Plan, organize and direct all department activities for the construction department;
• Oversee the successful execution of multiple sites or across multiple workfaces;
• Provide technical and administrative expertise for all reporting employees;
• Develop and recommend annual operating and capital budgets for the construction group;
• Develop plans for risk mitigation based on project scope;
• Review safety, production, quality and job costing reports on actual results against estimate/plan; implement and execute corrective action or contingency plans when deviations occur and developing plans and implements action to improve project outcomes;
• Liaise between clients, field personnel and office staff to ensure clear communication and accurate/timely action;
• Supervisory personnel management;
• Develop project budgets;
• Develop project schedules and forecasts;
• Accountable for achievement of overall corporate objectives at the department level;
• Provide technical and administrative expertise for all reporting employees;
• Develop and recommend annual operating and capital budgets for their respective division;
• Develop plans for risk mitigation based on project scope;
• Monthly review of project KPIs (including project cost analysis and forecasted costs, production and schedule, documentation, safety and quality audits and stats, etc.)
• Mentoring, training and support for reporting construction employees;
• Performance management and personnel development of the department as a whole;
• Oversee and where necessary, lead the preparation of tenders and proposals on new work;
• Review all construction related tender submissions for their respective division;
• Ensure quality in all work for clients, including company personnel and subcontractors through the implementation of the Quality Program;
• Complete review of all incident investigations that occur on construction related projects for their respective division;
• Review all construction labour cost reports and forecasts and ensure that nuances are captured and documented;
• Oversight of claims and dispute resolution with clients;
• Ensure all documentation (plans, Hazard Assessments, recruitment needs, etc.) from the project checklist is complete prior to kick-off;
• Select appropriate staff to lead construction projects based on skillset and project scope;
• Provide third tier support for employee discipline issues as required;
• Communicate with project management personnel (internal and external) on matters related to the project;
• Lead business development for their respective division;
• Oversight of Lessons Learned processes;
• Strong commitment to the strategic objectives of the company;
• Perform other duties as required.

Capabilities

The capabilities required for the Construction Manager position include:

• Very strong technical expertise (engineering or construction management degree, technical diploma or equivalent combination of experience and education);
• Prior experience (8+ years) in self-performing civil construction projects to provide solid leadership for the construction department;
• Experience with all business and financial aspects of managing a construction department;
• Comprehensive understanding of HSE and Quality principles specific to the Construction Industry;
• High level of organization;
• Strong problem solving skills and knowledge for mitigating potential issues and problems as they arise;
• Ability to provide innovative and unorthodox solutions to meet client needs;
• Strong understanding of corporate policies and procedures;
• Highly capable communicator; written, verbal and visual (body language);
• Ability to cooperate and work closely internally and externally with various corporate departments to develop initiatives to achieve the strategic interests of the company;
• Intermediate to Advanced User Level for MS Office Suite;
• Ability to understand and manage contractual obligations;
• Familiarity with claims management and the arbitration process;
• Able to effectively motivate people and maintain positive relationships with employees, subcontractors, vendors and stakeholders;
• Focuses on developing long-term partnerships with clients to maximize long term gains;
• Ability to work as a team player within the construction department to meet regular and overarching department goals and objectives;
• Ability to maintain consistency and uphold the company's strategic objectives, vision and core values.