Construction Resource Manager

The Construction Resource Manager is responsible for managing, monitoring, and coordinating staff and equipment for Fowler Construction. In this role you will be responsible for balancing the needs of the business units and projects while providing support to the managers, supervisors, and forepersons.

Why work for us?

• 100% Employer paid medical and comprehensive dental benefits.
• Company vehicle.
• Company paid cell phone and laptop.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
• Company perks.
• Annual Bonus, RRSP match.

Key Duties:

• Allocate and dispatch employees and equipment to projects as required, considering skillset, suitability, and requirements from the field.
• Organize and conduct weekly meetings with managers, key team members, and supervisors to plan and anticipate project needs, determine new project resources while optimizing master project schedule.
• Work with Fleet Manager regarding equipment repair schedule, equipment availability, and securing large equipment rentals, with a priority on maximizing owned equipment utilization.
• Responsible for the overall management of the hourly workforce. Support the Recruitment and Development processes.
• Initiate and carry out communication and negotiations with supervisors and project managers to form priorities considering cost effectiveness, efficiency, and project deadlines.
• Track and document the location of employees and equipment maintaining a record of each job site.
• Manage positive working relationships with Fowler employees.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Postsecondary education is preferred (Business, Engineering).
• Previous management experience in a civil construction environment
• Exceptional organization skills: the ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet competing deadlines.
• Exceptional communication skills –negotiating, relationship building, conflict resolution, leadership.
• Strong computer skills (Word, Excel).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Work Conditions:

• Position is based out of the Bracebridge office location.
• Travel to various sites may be required.
• Weekend and evening work may be required to meet the demands of the position.

Wage is commensurate with experience.

Fowler Construction values the diversity of the people it hires and serves. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our employees.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bracebridge, ON P1L 0H7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Construction Management: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• driver's license (required)

Work Location: In person