Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

We are currently seeking a talented and dedicated professional to fill the position of Project Manager with Canam Group Inc. The successful candidate will have the mandate to manage customer projects through interaction with various internal departments and provide external customers with information and support. He will provide operational direction, guidance and support to all departments regarding the production of joists and structural steel products from initial sale to final contract closeout.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and maintain good relationships with customers; coordinate activities with drafting/engineering, sales and estimating, shipping and production departments to determine project schedules.
• Review purchase orders and sales contracts to ensure that legal obligations are met.
• Review specifications to ensure that the scope of the work is consistent with the bid.
• Maintain records of communications with customers (phone calls, conversations, standard letters and notices); update Canam systems with the appropriate dates and keep up-to-date and accurate notes.
• Write to customers and follow-up on outstanding Requests for Information from all departments.
• Follow-up on any codes that may affect delivery in collaboration with the Credit Department.
• Review comparison reports; research and prepare change orders based on verifiable information; follow-up on collection letters to customers and prepare processing forms and/or process extra credit.
• Ensure that final drawings are sent and calculations are included if necessary.
• Process back charge forms in collaboration with various departments when claims are received.
• Review claims, document issues and resolve claims in collaboration with management, who will grant final approval.
• Review charges, document issues and provide management with the supporting documents necessary to review claims.
• Update tracking spreadsheets with all back charges and change orders.
• Provide continuous improvement guidance and input to all departments.
• Research accounting issues as requested by the Accounting Manager.
• Prepare reports and correspondence for internal and external use.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

Associates degree (AA) or equivalent from a technical/vocational school preferred. 5 to 8 years of related experience preferred. Ability to communicate effectively with people at all organizational levels and with customers, and strong customer orientation. Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. Exceptional and proven organizational skills. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Project or Google Workspace and other software.

Additional Information

Since 1960, Canam has been an employer with a strong, unifying and family culture, rallying its 5,100 employees. With offices in Canada, the United States, Romania, India and the Philippines, our company continues to grow thanks to the innovation and know-how of everyone involved. Moreover, to build structures known and recognized for their quality across North America, you must feel that you have everything you need to succeed in these large-scale projects. Proud of our achievements, we are here to stay, and it is with you that we want to do it.

You will work in an environment where you will be encouraged to be creative and share your best practices. We offer:

• A great team and amazing work culture
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Medical, dental, and pension benefits
• Opportunities for professional development
• Flexible working hours
• Various other perks, discounts and benefits

Canam Buildings US Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Canam Group Inc.

Canam is an employment equity employer, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.