The Role
Leads major tunnel and underground construction projects from bidding through completion. Oversees project objectives, budgets, schedules, contract delivery, staff, subcontractors, safety, quality, document control, claims, change management, and issue resolution. Collaborates with project directors, venture partners, clients, and site teams while ensuring compliance, profitability, and effective project execution. Extensive travel across Canada is required.
Summary Generated by Built In
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 hydroelectric 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.
In order to demonstrate our expertise in tunnels and underground works across the country, EBC is looking for new team members ready to take part in major projects throughout Canada.
Under the supervision of Vice-President Majors projects – Tunnels & Underground works, the Senior Project Manager plans, directs, organizes, coordinates and controls, along with the Project Director, the execution of his project. They will participate in pre qualifications, bids and proposals of tunneling projects.
Responsibilities:
- Venture Partners
- Implementation of process compliance for internal and external requirements and commitments
- Establish Project objectives and implement tracking and accountability of such objectives
- Technical and commercial responsibility of the contract delivery
- Demonstrate strong leadership skills by clear and concise communication of priorities and tasks
- Empower and include key team members in the decision-making process to maximize the project success
- Foster a safety oriented high-performance culture
- Ensure consistency in expected safety performance on projects and verify the fair and consistent application of the progressive discipline system across all projects
- Ensure quality delivery of all contract obligations to meet client and internal expectations to excellence
- Maximize margins with safety in mind and ensure the company’s interests during the project lifecycle
- Manage, lead, and control projects from start to finish, including staff, subcontractors, and job management
- Develop, review, and collaborate on budgets, methodologies, submittals, and schedules
- Oversee the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) prevention program and ensure its implementation on the construction site
- Demonstrate thorough knowledge and understanding of tender documents, drawings, specifications, addendums, and assist the Site Superintendent in achieving project success
- Provide troubleshooting and issue resolution
- Manage document control for correspondence, submittals, RFI’s, NCRs, etc
- Assist in the preparation of final project records, including as-built documentation
- Assist in carrying out various basic field duties at the job site related to general construction
Requirements
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, or equivalent field experience
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
- Claims & Change management experience
- Previous work experience in tunneling projects and/or other high risk heavy civil engineering projects
- Knowledge of underground construction is of benefit
- Excellent proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, and Bluebeam (asset)
- Available for extensive travel
Desired Profile
- Leadership by example
- Fundamental knowledge of interdisciplinary management
- Ability to foster team spirit within a project team
- Relationship building with internal and external stakeholders
- Innovative and progressive mindset
- Improve process and maximize production efficiencies
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask
- Advanced skills in communication and problem-solving
- Exceptional skills in management, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving
Benefits
- 4 weeks of annual vacation;
- Flexible group insurance program upon entry (health and dental components paid by the employer);
- 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;
- Active 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.
In accordance with applicable pay transparency legislation, EBC Inc. has included the expected salary range for this role, which is $125,000 – $175,000. Compensation within the range is determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, localization, and internal equity. Base salary is one component of EBC’s comprehensive total rewards offering, which may include performance-based incentives, extended health and wellness benefits, retirement savings programs, and career development opportunities.
As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, EBC may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the candidate pre-screening process. These tools are used responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws as well as EBC’s policies. Final decisions always remain the responsibility of our qualified talent acquisition professionals.
EBC welcomes applications from First Nations, Inuit, and Métis candidates and is committed to fostering an inclusive, culturally safe workplace.
Skills Required
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, or equivalent field experience
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience
- Claims and change management experience
- Previous experience with tunneling projects or high-risk heavy civil engineering projects
- Knowledge of underground construction
- Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project
- Proficiency in Bluebeam
- Availability for extensive travel
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The Company
What We Do
EBC is a leading Canadian construction company founded in 1968. It specializes in building, mining, and major civil engineering sectors, delivering large-scale infrastructure and energy projects across Canada. As a family-owned business, EBC is recognized for its expertise in hydroelectric, wind farms, and industrial facilities, focusing on quality, safety, and sustainable development.
