Project Manager

Our purpose is simple: To enrich the lives of our partners. Ardent Industries is committed to providing our customers with the highest quality products and services available today, and we believe that commitment begins with hiring the best people. Steelway Building Systems is one Canada’s largest manufacturers of Steel Building Systems. Founded in 1976, Steelway continues to be a family-owned and operated manufacturer of customized steel building solutions.

 The Project Manager leads the overall management of multiple projects simultaneously and is the integral point of contact with Steelway customers and all internal departments.

As a member of the Project Management team and as a new Steelway family member, you will join a diverse, dynamic group of highly motivated individuals that bring with them a wide array of talents, skills and backgrounds.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• The Project Manager is responsible for the precise execution of Steelway’s sales contracts. This includes building scope, management of change orders, project timelines, and milestone payments - all while ensuring project profitability.
• As part of a skills-based team, this role partners with internal departments ensuring customer requirements are handled in a timely manner thereby mitigating project risks.
• Partner with Steelway’s customers to convert orders into buildings that can be manufactured in the shortest cycle time possible. Manage the precise communication of delivery timelines and the customer’s delivery expectations throughout the order fulfillment process.
• Manages several projects from project time of order through to project completion (post-delivery customer service) by monitoring milestones, promoting cooperation and motivating through team involvement.
• Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals and deliverables by reviewing project details for accuracy, completeness, practicality and impact (specific review of contract, approval drawings and change orders).
• Implement and manage project change orders and interventions to achieve project output, ensuring all project milestones are met.
• Ensure that all departments and customers have their required reliable, accurate and complete information in a timely manner.
• Ensure enquiries and issues are resolved promptly to the satisfaction of all parties.
• Act as both a liaison and manager with internal departments and the customer.
• Provide input to assist The Project Coordination Team in prioritizing final delivery and internal work schedules.
• Identify roadblocks and mitigate risk enough in advance to enable all departments to take preventative action.
• Communicate the need for and maintain a master list of specialized material and requirements and notify applicable departments.
• Guide the Project Coordination Team to create and execute plans for preventative action, as required.
• Manage customer concerns and charges in a timely manner in accordance with our Steelway Deficiency Procedures.
• Ensure customer’s project meets their requirements on time with the best outcome for Steelway with a thorough understanding of the project and project schedule.
• Lead the Project Coordination Team to create and execute a plan to mitigate project risks by prioritizing projects and working collaboratively with all Steelway departments.
• Ensure that all customer concerns, problems, changes, back charges, and extra costs associated are managed in an efficient and ethical manner in accordance with our Steelway Deficiency Procedures.
• Build customer loyalty and represent the Steelway brand by acting as the primary liaison between the customer and Steelway.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Minimum of 7-10 years commercial, industrial, agricultural, recreational, or institutional construction experience.
• Minimum of 7-10 years Project Management experience, ideally of concurrent jobs, PMP designation considered an asset.
• Post-Secondary Diploma or Degree related to Construction Management, Engineering, or related education.
• Excellent internal and external customer relationship management skills.
• Basic drafting techniques (including AutoCAD and / or other drafting software).
• Demonstrated high-level time management and organizational skills.
• Highly effective communication skills, both spoken and written, are paramount.
• Understand construction processes and construction management (site-work, tendering, contracts, specifications, etc.).
• Understand manufacturing processes (tolerances, capabilities) and Quality Management.
• Understand Metal Building construction methods and details.
• Understand Conventional construction methods and details.
• Have basic finance skills (understanding of revenue, expenses, income, margins, budgets, etc.)
• Ability to empower, influence and work cohesively within a diverse team.
• Ability to prioritize work load, minimize risk utilizing time management skills.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft programs, SharePoint, CRM and Bluebeam.
• Fluency in French (with technical / construction expertise) is an asset.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefits package including a health spending account
• RRSP Program
• Profit Sharing Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Boot Allowance
• Wellness Allowance
• Employee Referral Program
• Computer / Adflo Purchase Program
• Corporate Discounts
• Years of Service Rewards
• Educational Reimbursement
• Company Events and Celebrations
• Fundraising initiatives for local charities
• Monthly employee appreciation lunch and weekly subsidized lunch (Steelgrill)
• Family, friendly environment

Steelway Building Systems provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process, the hiring manager and the Director, of Human resources will work with the applicant to meet the job applicant’s accommodation needs.

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