We are seeking a skilled and proactive Construction Project Manager to oversee and manage construction projects from initiation to completion.
This is a contract role for 12 months.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate to plan, organize, direct, and evaluate construction projects in line with schedules, budgets, and specifications.
- Supervise construction sites and contractors to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
- Review and approve Safe Work Permits and conduct daily safety briefings.
- Coordinate site activities with the Prime Contractor's Site Superintendent and other stakeholders.
- Ensure construction projects meet contract requirements, technical specifications, and engineering best practices.
- Conduct and document quality assurance and safety inspections, maintaining records of test and inspection reports.
- Identify, mitigate, and monitor construction-related issues, ensuring efficient problem resolution.
- Enforce adherence to legal regulations, building codes, and safety standards.
- Maintain and update Statements of Work (SOW) and construction documentation, ensuring contract obligations are met.
- Develop relationships with reliable contractors, vendors, and suppliers to ensure timely procurement of materials and equipment.
- Plan and schedule construction operations, ensuring milestones and deadlines are achieved.
- Respond promptly to project delays, emergencies, or disruptions, implementing effective solutions.
- Obtain necessary permits and licenses from relevant authorities.
- Conduct pre-startup inspections and maintain Pre-Startup Checklists to ensure operational readiness.
- Provide regular updates and reports on project progress to management.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
- In-depth knowledge of civil, mechanical, and electrical construction methods, including utilities (pipeline experience required).
- Familiarity with technical drawings, construction contracts, and building codes.
- Strong understanding of construction scheduling methods and quality control processes.
- 5+ years of industrial construction experience, with a focus on oil and gas projects.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Working knowledge of construction safety practices, OSHA regulations, and hazard mitigation.
- Ability to resolve project challenges efficiently and maintain collaborative relationships with contractors and stakeholders.
Education and Certifications:
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Completion of OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety Training or equivalent.