General Manager

Under the general supervision of the President, the General Manager is to be ultimately responsible for all aspects of DiCocco General Contractors 2015 Inc. activities including but not limited to invoicing and collection as it relates to the above. The purpose of the job is to direct and manage our organization’s business activities and to develop and implement effective strategies and programs. Duties of the General Manger will include allocating budget resources, formulating policies, coordinating business operations, monitoring and motivating staff, managing operational costs, ensuring excellent customer service, improving administration processes, engaging with vendors, hiring and training employees, identifying business opportunities, and monitoring financial activities. The General Manager should account for all business activities, support staff development, enhance efficiency, drive sales and improve revenue, maintain and build relationships with clients, enhance the organization’s image, and meet overall growth objectives.

Responsibilities:

Financial Responsibilities

• Review weekly job costing and provide feedback to improve performance
• Review department financial data and use it to improve profitability
• Prepare project budgets and forecast operational budgets
• Ensure all operations are carried out in an appropriate, cost-effective way
• Monitor project costs and take corrective action to address budget overruns
• Review financial reports and ensure compliance with budgetary constraints
• Review final quantities and billing process for invoicing purposes, oversee and ensure completion of the above
• Review and award competitive prices for all purchase orders and subcontractor agreements for the project
• Oversee all extra work including damage repairs, and T&M
• Final approval for all invoices for materials and services ensure that they are accurate and consistent with the purchase orders and/or the subcontract documents

Employee Management

• To evaluate, recruit, and train younger work force; to research and develop new and diverse revenue stream
• Provide guidance and mentoring to staff and identify potential for increased responsibilities
• Training lower-level managers and staff
• Implement strategic plans for markets and customer accounts, fostering business development activities
• Recommend potential acquisitions, capital expenditures, and long-term business direction
• Oversee the allocation of human resources, including hiring, training, and performance management
• To recruit, mentor and identify upcoming stars in the construction sector.

Safety Advocacy

• Oversee all safety documentation are being completed talks and job hazards analysis are done and filed accordingly
• Ensure effective training, development, and management of human resources to drive business advancement
• Champion safety initiatives to ensure a secure environment for employees, customers, and the public
• Enforce construction related activities are performed in accordance with company safety policy including OHSA, local legislation and union agreements

Operations Management

• Oversee Project Manager performance through mentoring, guiding, coaching
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement
• Ensure staff implementing company policies and procedures
• Ensure sufficient resources and staff going into new and existing markets and projects
• Oversee and coordinate logistics of supplies and inventory
• Oversee relationships with suppliers and negotiate favorable contracts.
• Oversee all contracts are in place, signed and accepted prior to mobilization.
• Oversee projects ensuring all required documentation including mix design, shop drawings, and other have been submitted, reviewed and approved prior to mobilization
• Understand thoroughly the plans, specifications, work schedules, cost estimate and scope of activities contracted to perform
• Thorough understanding of design standards, Ontario Provincial Standard Specifications/Standard Drawings (OPSS/OPSD’s), and methods and materials
• Look two weeks ahead into scheduling to ensure awareness and preparation of upcoming work
• Review and or attend if required documentations from all construction meetings onsite (progress meeting, commissioning meeting, etc.)
• Have knowledge of contract documents, contract drawings, specifications, addendum, geotechnical information and specifications to maintain familiarity with assigned projects
• Understand scope of work and convey related to superintendents and/or crews and any other special contractual requirements.
• Instruct superintendent/foremen so that someone has checked ahead of crews to ensure projects are ready to start

Organizational Effectiveness:

• Design and implement a business organization structure aligned with strategy
• Foster a culture of high performance and continuous improvement
• Facilitate transparent communication of business strategies, objectives, and tactics at all organizational levels
• Manage legal cases involving client, project owners or vendors with legal support
• Formulate strategic and operational objective
• Implement and improve operational process
• Implement best practices to enhance productivity and efficiency

· Any and all other responsibilities that may be deemed necessary from time to time

Qualifications & Requirements:

• 10+ years of related experience in an operational management role
• 5+ years of related experience in the construction industry
• Degree and/or Diploma in Business Management, Project Management and or Civil Engineering is considered an asset
• Knowledge of Ontario Health and Safety (OH&S) legislation, policies and procedures
• Knowledge of building products, trades, construction details and relevant regulations and quality standards
• Ability to successfully build and lead a high-performing team
• Knowledge of organizational effectiveness and operations management.
• Experience budgeting and forecasting.
• Familiarity with business and financial principles.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of construction planning including critical path method, work breakdown structure, resource management bids, and pre-construction planning
• Other valid certifications are considered an asset (i.e. Standard First Aid/CPR Training, licences, working at heights)
• Must have exceptional leadership, communication and time management skills.
• Competent in conflict and crisis management
• Flexible schedule

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sarnia, ON N7T 7H5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• What is your highest level of education

Experience:

• Construction: 5 years (required)
• Operations management: 10 years (preferred)
• OPSS / OPSD: 5 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-31
Expected start date: 2024-03-31