Construction Manager leading SAGD pipelines, processing facilities, and well-pad construction across Alberta. Managing site execution, safety, cost, schedule, subcontractors, and turnover.
Responsibilities
Lead project start-up activities, planning, requisitions and client approvals
Develop detailed Project Construction Execution Plans, including constructability, module receipt and setting sequence, and tie-in strategy
Lead development of project schedules and work plans, integrating engineering, procurement and module delivery dates into the field sequence
Own and maintain the project activity risk matrix and direct mitigation across all areas
Develop and maintain site manpower, equipment and camp plans; forecast ramp-up, rotation coverage and demobilization
Lead mobilization and demobilization plan development
Own the site interface with client Construction and Operations leadership; secure permits, isolations and tie-in windows for brownfield scope on live SAGD facilities
Direct Superintendents responsible for piping, structural, mechanical, electrical and instrumentation, civil, insulation and coatings, equipment and transportation
Set the site safety agenda and meeting cadence; chair weekly site safety meetings and attend crew toolbox meetings
Review THA/JSA/OHA quality with the HSE Advisor and correct site trends
Own site safety initiatives and HSE deliverables; assign them to Superintendents and verify completion
Chair daily site-wide debriefs with Superintendents and subcontractor management
Manage subcontractor scope, performance and coordination; chair subcontractor progress meetings and enforce contractual obligations
Own site staffing, succession and performance management; assess Superintendents and address gaps
Own client construction and commercial relationships with site subcontractors and vendors
Consolidate area reports into daily site reports and issue them to the Project Manager and client
Verify earned progress against Rules of Credit and articulate site progress to the client and Primoris
Present shift reports at client construction meetings
Review, validate and develop project change orders; quantify hours and schedule impact before submission
Be accountable for project spending and approve field cost mitigation decisions
Review project quality and HSE deliverable progress across the site
Direct system completion and turnover, including walkdowns, punch list close-out, hydrotest, reinstatement and handover of turnover packages to the client
Perform other duties as required
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field is preferred; equivalent work experience is acceptable
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in heavy industrial construction, with time served in Superintendent and Construction Manager roles
Demonstrated experience leading multi-discipline SAGD, oil sands or gas plant site construction, including brownfield tie-ins on operating facilities
CSTS-20
Leadership for Safety Excellence (LSE)
Legislative Awareness
First Aid w/AED
Defensive Driving
H2S Alive
Ground Disturbance Level II
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or Gold Seal Certification is considered an asset
NCSO or CSO designation is considered an asset
Ability to build a construction execution plan, including sequencing, access, laydown, heavy lift and module set logistics
Strong command of subcontract administration, backcharges and commercial consequences of field direction
Understanding of energy isolation, permitting and simultaneous operations requirements on a live SAGD facility
Ability to determine critical construction path and schedule impact of engineering and module delivery slippage
Understanding of construction safety, quality control and project controls, including earned value and Rules of Credit
Ability to quantify activities, materials and supplies and challenge quantities reported from the field
Assertiveness and self-assurance in presenting and supporting conclusions to the client; strong communication and interpersonal skills
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