Okanagan Staffing Services Inc.

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Responsible of managing specific activities throughout the Development, Pre-Construction and Construction phase of each project to ensure the timely and successful completion of assigned project(s).

Responsibilities

1) Development
• Build and engage design team including Engineering, Legal and Code Consultants.
• Lead technical design for new construction projects.
• Evaluate sites, survey of existing mechanical systems and establish scope of work.
• Formulate work plans, develop cost estimates and project schedules.
• Keep other administrative services & orgs up-to-date throughout project.

2) Preconstruction
• Manage the preparation of the building plans with the architect.
• Responsible for tracking & maintaining construction schedules.
• Define site servicing requirements with the city of engineers.
• Apply for the National Warrantee and HPO (Home Owner Protection Office)
• Manage the permitting and entitlement process;
• Work with code consultants and architects.
• Manage procurement and generation of surveys, borings etc.
• Preparation of budgets of various design and construction options.
• Establish final construction budgets in complete collaboration with the Construction Department.
• Use professional expertise to provide technical support to administration and consultant architects/engineers during design phase of projects.
• Formulate alternative design solutions for engineering issues/problems, as necessary.

3) Construction
• Work in collaboration with the construction department, the architect and the engineers for new construction projects.
• Monitor project expenses and timelines and anticipate potential cost overruns.
• Devise alternative construction/design solutions to cost or time containment issues with Construction personnel, as appropriate.
• Ensure Completion of all post-construction requirements for occupancy, including any necessary certificates, inspections and insurance confirmation.
• Use professional expertise to provide technical support to administration and consultant architects/engineers during construction phase of projects.
• Oversee all aspects of the off site civil work and the engineering process throughout construction.
• Perform all other relevant tasks required for the benefit of the people and the project.

Qualifications

• B.S in Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture - Preferred
• Five to seven years of progressively more responsible experience in planning, project engineering and facilities engineering, with at least five years as a Project Manager on projects of major scope and complexity
• MS Project – Knowledge of Timberline is a plus

Skills and abilities

• Must have solid, working knowledge of all engineering functions associated with facility design and construction – including civil, structural architectural, mechanical and electrical in order to effectively plan and manage renovation/construction projects of moderate to large scope.
• A high level of administrative and organizational skills is required in order to manage multiple projects of moderate scope or large single projects. Must be able to effectively oversee all aspects of design/construction process and steer project(s) to successful conclusion within tight time frames.

• Advanced interpersonal skills to deal effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization as well as sub-contracts. Must be able to balance and effectively resolve conflicts between the construction needs/requirements of the company and the Development Management.

• Advanced analytical and problem solving skills are required in order to anticipate and resolve issues that may affect project’s conformance with design specifications, budget allocations and ability to meet construction deadlines. Must use sound judgment and professional engineering skills to bring about workable solutions.

To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to jobs@okanaganstaffing.com or fax to (250) 862-5181.

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