Project Manager - Water / Waste Water

Position Overview

Kiewit is seeking an experienced Project Manager with a water and waste water experience to lead the delivery of a major infrastructure projects in Western Canada. Project Managers at Kiewit are accountable for the safe, high-quality, on-schedule and on-budget delivery of projects, while working closely with the construction teams, project engineering, estimating, design partners, subcontractors and clients from mobilization through commissioning, turnover and closeout.

You will bring a strong understanding of treatment plant, pump station, pipeline and underground utility construction, and the leadership to guide a diverse project team through complex, multi-discipline work. At Kiewit, our commitment to "Nobody Gets Hurt" and "Right the First Time" is at the core of everything we do.

District Overview

Kiewit's Western Canada District is headquartered in Burnaby, British Columbia and leads construction for heavy civil projects specializing in earth moving, transportation, roadways, bridges, water resources, and underground utilities. We are looking for hard working individuals with a passion for construction who aren't afraid to get their hands dirty! Our current opportunities are spread across the entire West Coast of Canada. 

Location

Project Managers at Kiewit are jobsite leaders, and this role will be based at the site office of your assigned project which may be across Western Canada.

One of the many things that makes Kiewit's culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member.    #LI-RP1

Responsibilities

• Lead and own the overall execution of a water or waste water project, including safety, quality, schedule, cost, risk and client satisfaction.
• Champion Kiewit's "Nobody Gets Hurt" culture by providing visible safety leadership in the field and holding the project team accountable to safety expectations.
• Develop and implement the Project Execution Plan, including work plans, staffing plans, procurement strategy, quality plan and environmental compliance.
• Develop, manage and forecast the project budget, cash flow, cost projections and revenue; track performance against estimate and take corrective action as needed.
• Build, maintain and manage the project master schedule, including three-week, look-ahead and recovery schedules, in partnership with operations and project controls.
• Review and interpret contract documents, plans, specifications and general conditions, and ensure the team understands and follows contract requirements.
• Manage the client relationship, including regular communication with owner and engineer representatives, progress meetings, reporting and issue resolution.
• Administer the prime contract and manage change orders, claims, notices, requests for information and contract compliance in coordination with commercial and legal resources.
• Lead procurement, subcontracting and supplier management, including scope development, bid evaluation, award, administration and closeout of subcontracts and purchase orders.
• Coordinate with design engineers and the owner on constructability, design changes, commissioning, start-up, performance testing and turnover requirements typical of water and waste water facilities.
• Oversee the construction of treatment plant structures, mechanical, process, electrical and instrumentation work, pump stations, tunnels, trenchless crossings and large-diameter pipelines, as applicable to the project.
• Identify, assess and manage project risks and opportunities, and lead the team through mitigation plans and recovery efforts.
• Ensure compliance with permits, environmental regulations and regulatory requirements, including dewatering, erosion and sediment control, and bypass pumping.
• Work closely with Superintendents, Project Engineers, Safety, Quality, Environmental, Estimating and District leadership to align project execution with district business goals.
• Lead, mentor and develop the project management team, including Project Engineers, Field Engineers and other staff, supporting their career growth at Kiewit.
• Foster a positive, collaborative project culture and promote Kiewit's core values of People, Integrity, Excellence and Stewardship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Significant progressive experience in heavy civil construction, with direct project management experience on water and waste water projects (for example, water or waste water treatment plants, pump or lift stations, large-diameter pipelines, tunnels or other underground utilities).
• Proven experience managing the cost, schedule, safety, quality and client relationship of complex projects, ideally in the $50M+ range.
• Strong working knowledge of construction means and methods, including concrete structures, mechanical and process installations, electrical and instrumentation work, commissioning and turnover.
• Experience with contract administration, change management, subcontract and supplier management, and project financial controls.
• Experience with alternative delivery models such as design-build, progressive design-build or construction management at-risk is an asset.
• Working knowledge of project management systems, scheduling software and cost reporting tools.
• Proven leadership and people development skills, with the ability to build and motivate high-performing teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and environmental stewardship.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), PMP or equivalent credentials are an asset.
• Ability to relocate and travel as business needs arise, and to access all areas of the construction site.