Job Description

Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Project Management, the Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and successfully delivering projects while meeting client expectations, contractual requirements, budget targets, and schedule commitments. The ideal candidate will have experience managing industrial, manufacturing, construction, or engineering projects and possess strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include project planning, procurement, scheduling, risk management, cost control, client coordination, and project closeout.

Job Scope and Tasks:

Pre-Construction Management

• Collaborate closely with the Director of Projects and other key stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their project requirements and ensuring their satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Determine project viability and identify potential risks or challenges.
• Prepare project plans, including timelines, resource requirements, and budgets, in alignment with client expectations and organizational objectives.
• Coordinate with design and engineering teams to develop detailed project specifications and construction plans.
• Oversee Document submittals.

Construction Management

• Oversee the execution of multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Monitor and manage project budgets, resource allocation, and utilization, ensuring optimal project performance and profitability.
• Collaborate with contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure timely and efficient project execution.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and quality control measures to maintain a safe working environment and ensure project compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular project reviews and status updates, addressing any issues or risks proactively and implementing corrective actions as needed.

Financial Management

• Develop and manage project budgets, including cost estimation, tracking, and control measures.
• Monitor and analyze project financial performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving strategies.
• Review and approve project expenses, invoices, and change orders, ensuring compliance with contractual agreements and financial regulations.
• Collaborate with the finance department to provide accurate and timely financial reports, forecasts, and projections.
• Ensure effective contract management, including negotiation, review, and administration of contracts and subcontracts.
• Post Construction Management
• Conduct project closeout activities, including document control of QA/QC inspections, and client handover.
• Evaluate project performance and lessons learned, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing best practices.
• Provide post-construction support to clients, addressing any warranty claims or issues promptly and effectively.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related field is desired.
• 5+ years of experience in project management or related field, preferably in the industrial manufacturing, or construction industry
• PMP certification preferred but not required.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required to project sites across Canada and the USA as required.
• Capable of preparing cash flow projections
• Capable of preparing weekly or monthly project status report utilizing Earned Value methodologies.
• Ability to prioritize requests and manage projects to meet target delivery dates.
• Able to analyze customer requirements, create specifications, input to proposals.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Basic knowledge of scheduling and the use of Primavera or similar scheduling tools.

Career Growth and Advancement:

ICT is committed to developing project management professionals through a structured career progression framework within the Project Management Office (PMO). Team members can advance through a clearly defined career path, progressing from Project Coordinator to Project Manager I, Project Manager II, Project Manager III, and Senior Project Manager based on demonstrated competencies, leadership capabilities, project complexity, performance, and professional development.

As employees progress through each level, they are entrusted with increasingly complex projects, greater financial accountability, enhanced client relationship responsibilities, and expanded leadership opportunities. This framework is designed to support continuous growth, recognize achievement, and provide a clear roadmap for long-term career advancement within the PMO.