K’awat’si Construction Company(KCC) requires a well-tuned talent of a skilled professional. With some of our largest and most intricate projects in the queue, we’re seeking an experienced Project Manager to bring their industry and trade expertise to the KCC team. Working directly with the General Manager and leadership team, this highly specialized Superintendent will ensure they create the highest quality experience of all internal and external project partners and collaborators, resulting in exceptional output, timely completion of all projects and leadership in proactive and solutions-focused communication every step of the way.

• Programs and opportunities to continuously develop personally and professionally; dedicated training and development budgets to help evolve your skills.
• A culture where every individual’s voice is respected, requested, encouraged and heard.
• Recognition programs to celebrate and congratulate excellence in the workplace.
• Mentorship in all directions; team members are encouraged to share their insights with individuals at all levels in the business.
• A team committed to community stewardship and creating opportunities to give back.
• An environment of deep commitment to quality work, and as deep a commitment to celebration amongst team members.
• Full time work, comprehensive benefits and competitive Pay.

• Career growth and development opportunities
• 1 month of covered accommodation for individuals relocating from outside of Northern Vancouver Island
• Company events and holiday parties
• Benefits after 3 months of employment with the company.
• Relocation assistance.
• Wellness incentives include a discounted gym membership and free counselling services.

• Establish relationships with and supervise all workers onsite; foster a working environment built on trust, excellence in craft and quality experiences for all.
• Maintain close coordination with client, consultant and subcontractor teams to ensure work complies with drawings, specifications, schedule and budget.
• Actively participate in the pre-construction phase including planning, scheduling, site logistics, and sub-trade buyout meetings.
• Develop recovery strategies when project schedule or budget is in jeopardy.
• Understand and enforce prime contract and subcontract responsibilities.
• Work with accounting department to ensure project accounting is accurate and timely.
• Prepare and issue progress applications to the owner according to established schedules.
• Negotiate and issue subcontracts, major purchase orders and monitor their progress and schedule.
• Communicate effectively with the project management team to assist in developing scope of work and procurement schedules; attend weekly project team meetings to ensure open communication and swift issue resolution.
• Develop, update and maintain the project schedule as needed including overall project schedule and short-term look-ahead schedules.
• Prepare daily reports and create contingency plans as required.
• Establish and maintain as-built drawings on site to ensure work is aligned with latest design documentation and approved shop drawings; communicate changes and schedule impacts with the project team and subcontractors.
• Develop and maintain the Site Safety Plan; ensure continuous maintenance of the safety program across on-site project teams.
• Verify safety compliance with all trades, act as primary safety representative in the field.
• Monitor quality and workmanship on site.
• Conduct weekly foreman and superintendent meetings; ensure minutes are prepared and distributed accurately and on time.
• Assure required risk controls are properly established and maintained as per KCC Construction’s policies and procedures.
• Provide training, development, and mentorship to direct reports; inspire culture of continuous improvement in both professional craft and personal leadership.
• Oversee various types (Ductile Iron, PVC, Concrete, HDPE, Hydro/Tel, etc.) of underground utilities to the local specifications.
• Thorough understanding of survey reports and implementation.
• Manage all facets of project close-out, including archiving of documents, maintenance and warranty manuals, deficiencies, and warranty work.

• 5+ years of related work experience or combination of relevant education and experience;
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction documents, drawings, specifications, current construction practices and methodology;
• Demonstrated negotiation/management skills;
• Ability to plan and manage a project schedule;
• Understanding of construction costs and budgets;
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with multiple stakeholders, anticipate stakeholder needs, and proactively identify solutions;
• Capable of identifying constructability issues in moderately complex situations and creating solutions in the construction plans and schedules;
• Certificate, diploma or University Degree an asset.
• Advanced Computer Skills with the ability to use MS Office, with proficiency in word, excel, outlook, MS Project & Procore or similar an asset.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the KCC Construction Team.

• Are you willing to relocate to Port Hardy?