Come Build Hope and Homes with Us!

Construction Project Manager- Full Time
Hamilton, ON- Flourish Team
Closing Date for Applications: March 19th, 2023.

About Flourish: Flourish is a not-for-profit real estate development services company established by Indwell. Flourish supports clients pursuing affordable housing and social-purpose projects. Our team can assist with the full range of development activities, including project ideation and site selection, planning and community engagement, funding strategies and program model design, and project management through design, construction, and occupancy.

Flourish deploys the accumulated development experience of Indwell, a Canadian leader in developing new affordable and supportive housing. Our expertise reflects Flourish\xe2\x80\x99s role in creating homes for over 1,000 households in both urban and rural communities, demonstrating our creativity and collaborative approach to outcome-focused project management.

Position Description: As a Project Manager, you are the lead representative of Flourish to the Client, and the Client\xe2\x80\x99s representative on the project in relation to the development team. The mission, vision, and values of Flourish are to be shown in all work and communication. The Project Manager has overall responsibility for representing the Client through their projects and is ultimately responsible for maintaining the scope, schedule, and cost of the project, as far as they are able. A Project Manager could have responsibility for managing two to four projects and/or supporting other Project Managers on their projects.

Hours: Full-time, 40 hours/week, primarily weekdays 9am-5pm with the schedule potentially varying based on project needs & seasonal responsibilities. The base of work is at Flourish office at 1429 Main Street East in Hamilton with 40% of the time working in-person being required unless otherwise negotiated. Remote working flexibility may be negotiated based on workflows (access to reliable high-speed internet access and cell service is required).

Duties For This Position Include:

• Managing construction projects as the owner\xe2\x80\x99s representative \xe2\x80\x93 including change orders, frequent site visits, successful and timely inspections, and the review and processing of subcontractor and vendor payables
• Responsible for successful outcome of construction project to include building and maintaining positive relationships with clients, local officials, and other shareholders
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with architects, engineers and subcontractors
• Providing monthly status and financial reports to formal and informal stakeholders
• Contributing to design development, value engineering, and conflict resolution during construction by being familiar with the designs, construction methods, and building systems
• Attending all project meetings as scheduled, whether in-person or virtual
• Attending community consultations and grand openings as scheduled
• Producing reports on budget, schedule and quality control parameters
• Reviewing and recommending all payment applications
• Working with the Flourish Finance team to meet reporting requirements
• Assisting with and/or developing a project budget, including revisions
• Adhering to Flourish\xe2\x80\x99s Procurement Policy in all stages of the procurement process including seeking quotes, proposals, and tenders, as well as evaluating bids (when necessary)
• Regularly conducting walkthroughs of project site to ensure safety, progress, and quality standards, and identifying any other risk or concerns as they arise
• Perform all other duties as requested
• Mentoring and developing junior project managers and coordinators as needed including weekly check-ins, assistance, and non-management coaching

Qualifications:

• Good understanding of construction with knowledge of design and assembly processes
• Must be self-motivated and willing to work co-operatively with senior staff and colleagues
• Strong computer skills with working knowledge of MS Office & MS Project, and Bluebeam and other software as required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be an assertive, organized, detail-oriented individual comfortable both in the board room and on the construction site
• Must be able to manage and motivate project teams
• Must be able to decipher and comprehend construction documents
• Strong quantitative, problem solving and time management skills
• Proficient in creating project and construction schedules
• Valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license and access to a reliable vehicle

Education/Experience:

• Ten years project management experience; working with owners, trades & contractors
• Experience with affordable housing; training in the Passive House standard preferred
• An undergraduate degree in Architecture/Engineering, including Technologist, Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or a combination of education and industry experience

Renumeration: $76,400 - $85,200 annual salary based on education and experience with a competitive benefits package and RRSP contribution.

To Apply: Please apply with cover letter and resume to our website: www.indwell.ca/careers. We thank all applicants; however, only applicants that are being considered will be contacted.

Personal information submitted will be used only for employment opportunities within Indwell in accornce with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act.
Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under Indwell\xe2\x80\x99s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Indwell exists to provide hope and homes for all. Our supports, services, and employment are open to people from every creed, race, ethnicity, sex, ability, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Indwell\xe2\x80\x99s leadership are motivated by the example of Jesus Christ as reflected in Indwell\xe2\x80\x99s statement of faith. Indwell engages with diverse communities; we actively identify and remove barriers that prevent people from accessing and participating in our services and organization.