Water Utilities Project Manager

Are you ready to take the lead on technically complex projects that build stronger, more resilient communities? As a Project Manager, you will be at the forefront of driving success, managing a single project contract to ensure seamless execution from start to finish. With your expertise, you will oversee the budget, coordinate project personnel, and maintain a production schedule that guarantees timely delivery and exceptional quality. Collaborate with industry experts and committed teams to align project goals with owner expectations, adhering to contract specifications and upholding the highest standards.

Apply now and transform your career with us.

Manages all aspects of the project, including construction, budget, and cash management for a single assigned project to ensure compliance with the project contract and owner needs.

• Develops and manages the project schedule, pay estimates, project procedures, staffing requirements, and equipment resources needed to complete accurate and timely project production.

• Assesses initial project contract and supporting documents for completeness. Works with the owner to resolve specification, contract conflict, and scheduling issues.

• Oversees engineering and scheduling teams to identify and negotiate any proposed change orders, engaging the Area Manager for support as needed.

• Creates and presents monthly cost and revenue forecasts and reports to Flatiron leadership.

• Maintains working relationships with Flatiron supporting departments and the project owner to support the project work plan and payment schedule.

• Operates as the main point of contact for all third-party stakeholders, including landowners, local business owners, and government agencies that need to be engaged during the project.

• Reviews and approves all internal and external media news releases regarding the project.

• Ensures project safety reviews and procedures are followed by conducting weekly safety checks and engaging in safety meetings and monthly review meetings. Supports the safety programs of the project and owner safety programs.

• Reviews and approves staffing and equipment needs for efficient and effective project production.

• Participates in the dispute resolution process with support from internal legal counsel.

• Provides input on equipment procurement methods and contracts to ensure efficient and effective project production.

• Leads project closeout procedures, finalizing contract paperwork, obtaining retainages, and working with management to resolve any project claims. Leads the project debrief cycle to review all aspects of project work and completion.

• 15+ years' experience in construction project management and 5+ years' experience in managing personnel required.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field highly regarded.

• Must hold a valid Driver's License

• Strong interpersonal skills developed to engage and retain positive working relationships while effectively delegate task driven responsibilities to project personnel.

• Strong developed skill to identify, track and manage project risk.

• Developing ability to efficiently and effectively manage multiple departments and direct reports to retain focus on one project completion goal and timeline.

• Identifies growth opportunities for project personnel and developed to coach and mentor project personnel.

• Advanced knowledge of MS Office, including advanced skill working in Excel.

• Knowledge of Primavera P6 or other scheduling software.

• Expertise to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Respond to common inquiries or request for changes/claims from subcontractors, management, co-workers, regulatory agencies, or owners. Writes speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Proven ability to effectively present information to executive management and/or public groups.

• Comfortable working with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistics, and fundamentals geometry and trigonometry. Applies concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

• Identifies problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions while interpreting an extensive variety of technical instructions furnished in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

• Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
• Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
• Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vison and/or Provincial Medical
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer.