Highways Construction Project Manager

About McElhanney
Based in Western Canada for over 110 years, McElhanney offers innovative and practical engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services. As a 100% employee-owned and operated firm, with over 1,400 staff members in 33 locations, we are proud to offer qualified staff with shareholding options in our company. At McElhanney, we work in teams to build strong connections with our staff, clients, and local communities. Our employees enjoy working here because of our varied projects, high levels of autonomy, opportunities for career development, excellent total compensation and benefits package, and collaborating with a team of great professionals.
The Opportunity:
McElhanney has an exciting opportunity for a Highways Construction Project Manager to join our team based in Edmonton, AB. In this role, you will be integral to expansion of our field construction services across a range of projects ranging from highways, urban streetscapes to remote resource roads. Working closely with our Construction and/or Project Managers, you will be the field lead on the projects to offer professional services and insight. You are a true team player who is keen on receiving professional mentorship and on-the-job training to grow your career.
Key Characteristics for Best Fit:

• Desire to work on Construction Projects in various locations throughout Alberta and Western Canada
• Enjoy working outdoors with willingness to work in adverse weather conditions and at night
• Ability to work well with contractors and thrive in team environments
• A curious individual who is eager to learn new skills, including the progression construction from drawings and specifications to a completed product.
• A self-aware individual who knows the limitations of his/her skillset and knowledge with ability to recognize when he/she should defer to the senior supervisor
• Have a safety and quality conscious mindset.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Responsible for contract administration and provide on-site construction supervision /inspections
• Monitoring the quality, quantity and progress of construction activities
• Author daily inspection reports, prepare monthly progress payments and other associated Contract Administration tasks
• Very familiar with construction specifications, requirements and progress reporting
• Review materials testing results as required and communicate to Project Managers, Contractors and Agencies related to the project.
• Review contractor’s submissions and provide recommendations
• Prepare and chair on site progress meetings with clients, contractors and their sub-contractors
• Responsible for identifying the required resources and assigning individual responsibilities on site
• Understand the hazards and safe work procedures for each task and inspection location
• Report inspection issues to senior supervisor
• Prepare final details package
• Understand, commit to, and fulfill responsibilities under the McElhanney Quality Management System, ISO 9001 and all client quality, safety, and environmental management systems
• Provide mentorship and leadership to junior or support staff.

Salary Range: $76,000 to $114,000 per annum. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary range is representative of the required level of qualifications and experience for the position as noted in the job posting. The salary offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.
Why Work with Us? Your CAREER and WELL-BEING are our PRIORITY.

• Achieve Work Life Balance: Flexible work hours to accommodate your busy lifestyle.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Maternity leave top-up and parental leave, extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account, RRSP matching, and Employee & Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support online or over the phone
• Safe & Healthy Working Environment: A workplace culture that is characterized by safety, respect and inclusion for all
• Compensation: Competitive salary, participation in our generous performance bonus plan, and opportunity to join an employee-owned firm with potential share ownership
• Professional Development: Reimbursement of professional dues, Educational Assistance, Mentorship programs, Internal Promotions, and in-house learning and training workshops, opportunities to participate in various internal committees.

What You’ll Bring:

• Minimum of 7 years of field /construction related experience with preference given to Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors experience along with other Provincial project experience.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma, or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in a relevant field along with specific road construction experience will be considered.
• Ability to work remotely with long hours: 12 hours a day, 7 days a week, with fatigue relief as required by relevant Regulations.
• Willingness to commit to Construction Projects for the duration of the project
• Must have experience with municipal, highways, Construction Projects; materials testing and/or survey experience is an asset
• Ability to foresee potential issues and problems so these items can be addressed and resolved
• Exceptional organization and follow-up skills; ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment, meticulous note keeping
• Clean driving record and the ability to comply with client-driven D&A testing requirements

This role is designated as a safety sensitive position.
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Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
At McElhanney, our unwavering commitment lies in cultivating a culture that aligns with our core values and fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate the collective achievements of a team rich in expertise, experiences, and perspectives, and welcome applications from individuals of diverse ethnicities, religions, backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, aboriginal statuses, various age groups, and those with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be made at any stage of the selection process. If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements outlined. We’re interested in getting to know you and explore the unique contributions you can bring to McElhanney!
If this is the opportunity for you, apply now or visit www.mcelhanney.com/careers to learn more. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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