Job Description
EBC thinks outside the box and deploys all its know-how to carry out major infrastructure projects: bridges, roads, highways, tunnels, marine installations. Our ability to meet deadlines and budgets as well as our vast expertise in the field allow us to actively participate in large-scale projects such as the Samuel-De-Champlain Bridge, the Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM) and the Site C hydro-electric power station located near Fort St-John in British Columbia.
Our seasoned team of engineers, project managers and other specialists also put their energy into the construction of wind farms and to the benefit of hydroelectric projects such as dams, power stations, tunnels and dikes. EBC is positioned as a true leader in this sector. Our range of specialized services has made our reputation in Canada.
Under the supervision of the Vice President of the Civil Operations, the Preconstruction Manager will be responsible for:
Development
- Establishing a division development plan;
- Ensuring that projects are targeted according to the development plan;
- Establishing priorities for targeted projects with the VP, partners, and consultants recommended for identified projects;
- Organizing meetings with clients, partners, consultants, and subcontractors;
- Making a Green sheet of targeting projects;
- Making quarterly report of projects in the pipeline;
- Participation in relevant conferences and workshops to maintain a network of contacts and give visibility to the company.
Pre-qualification
- Once a project has been identified and selected:
- Preparing the partnership agreements required for the call for qualification;
- Ensuring that an adequate qualification team is assembled and supervise it;
- Ensuring the qualification file is submitted with all the rigor and energy required.
Proposals
- Once EBC is qualified to submit an offer, the Preconstruction manager must:
- Prepare or supervisor all documents required for partnership agreements and contract negotiations;
- Coordinate all activities surrounding the proposal projects, including:
- Ensuring the availability of adequate and competent staff;
- Ensuring partnerships are managed;
- Attending all partnership coordination meetings;
- Attending all client meetings.
- Make reports to senior management;
- Ensure that EBC’s interests are protected.
- Preparing and presenting a post-mortem of proposals made.
Project Support
- Upon obtaining a project, the Preconstruction manager must:
- Prepare the transfer files to operations, and support the project team for the time required to ensure a good transition;
- Ensures that all agreements, including the contract, partnership agreements, and financing, are properly finalized.
Requirements
- University Degree/Technology Diploma in Engineering, or a combination of education and industry experience;
- 10+ years’ experience in the construction industry, preferably with a varied mix of experience encompassing contractor, designer, and client experience;
- Previous civil construction experience specifically related to heavy civil, excavation, tunneling, wind farm, utilities, underground works, deep shafts, ground stabilization, metro and rail work;
- A proven track record of project success and team leadership;
- Good knowledge of geology and geotechnical;
- Strong experience delivering large scale projects within a partnership environment;
- Strong experience with alternative delivery mode projects (Design Build, P3);
- Strong knowledge of financial management, as well as building codes and associated legislation;
- Advanced skills in management, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving are required;
- Good computer skills and previous experience with scheduling software;
- Bilingual (an asset), but proficiency in English language with excellent communication skills (written and verbal) is required.
Skills And Attitudes Required
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task;
- Leadership and autonomy;
- Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work;
- Initiative;
- Detail oriented with strong problem solving skills;
- Ability to provide direction and ensure quality deliverables;
- Analytical mind;
- Results driven and quality oriented;
- Ability to act quickly and efficiently;
- Discretion and Professionalism;
- Negotiation;
- Excellent communication skills;
- Responsible and honest;
- Structured and methodical.
Benefits
- Competitive salary;
- 4 weeks of annual vacation;
- Flexible group insurance program upon entry;
- Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP);
- 24 hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine);
- Training and development programs;
- Employee assistance program;
- A ctive social club and health and wellness committee;
- Diverse, innovative and stimulating environment;
- A company built on values of respect, integrity and a job well done;
- Firm recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.
