Our client, NB Power, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Construction Manager to work on-site in Eel River, New Brunswick, Canada. Applications must be submitted online and received no later than the end of business day, Thursday, March 27th, 2025.
About NB Power:
NB Power is a leading provider of electricity to the residents of New Brunswick, Canada and aims to provide consistent, safe, reliable, and sustainable energy at the lowest possible cost.
Position Overview:
NB Power requires a Construction Manager in decommissioning and replacing two transformers. The scheduled start date for this job is April 14, 2025 and is expected to conclude December 19, 2025. The successful candidate will be required to work on-site in Eel River, New Brunswick.
As a Construction Manager, you will be responsible for planning and execution of work at the construction site. This includes managing all site activities, conducting site meetings and regular reporting to the Project Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for planning site mobilization.
Responsible for planning construction execution.
Directs, manages and coordinates all activities on site.
Conducts regular site meetings.
Supervises contractors on site.
Coordinates with Materials Planner to arrange for materials to be provided to a contractor by NB Power.
Monitors, evaluates and reports progress against construction schedule.
Ensures quality of the work and deficiency identification and correction.
Works with site leads to identify required materials and equipment, coordinating with material planner and workgroup supervisors.
Ensures safety and security of site.
Regular progress reporting to Project Manager.
Identifies change requests. If no impact to scope, cost or schedule, deals with change. Otherwise change requests escalated to Project Manager.
Responsible for enforcing Field Change Authorization process with on-site contractors.
May be responsible for communicating with landowners and stakeholders where required.
Ensures that any environmental and quality control protection requirements on site are carried out.
Assists Project Manager with project closeout activities.
*Mandatory Qualifications:
Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible work experience in a leadership role within construction projects.
A minimum of eight (8) years' field experience in an industrial environment.
Possession of a valid driver's license is mandatory.
Must have knowledge and experience of substation and terminal construction including large power transformers, buses and structures, breakers and switches, and protection and controls upgrades.
Must have knowledge of the NB Power Permitry and work protection system.
Familiarity with the site and terminal equipment/layout would be an asset.
Education and Experience Preferences:
Relevant experience with preference given to NB Power specific construction management.
Experience in excess of five (5) years of progressively responsible work experience in a leadership role within construction projects.
Experience in excess of eight (8) years' field experience in an industrial environment.
Proficiency in document creation and editing (Microsoft Office Products such as Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Excel).
Key Competencies Preferences:
Well-developed interpersonal skills are necessary in order to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing requirements to a wide range of client groups (internal and external).
Skilled in coaching co-workers and contractors, negotiation, mediation of disputes or differences of opinion and conflict resolution.
Self-motivated, ability to work independently or in a team environment and provide leadership, support, direction, and consultation to a wide range of people.
Ability to manage multiple initiatives with strong organizational skills to meet project deadlines.
Willing to travel, participate in activities, network and build relationships.
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to organize, analyze and report on various parameters and data sets.
Ability to learn to use new tools and adapt existing tools to the task at hand.
Ability to communicate in both English and French would be considered an asset.
Ability to proactively detect challenges to safety, quality, cost and schedule that will ensure development and execution of effective prevention, mitigation, or corrective actions.
*Only qualified candidates who meet the Mandatory Requirements may be contacted by phone and/or email. Due to the number of applications we receive, we will be able to respond only to those candidates who are selected for interviews. We thank all candidates for their interest.
**The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Criminal Background Check prior to commencing work.
Salary:
To be Negotiated
Why Choose NB Power:
NB Power values its employees and offers opportunities for growth and development. Join the team, and you'll enjoy competitive compensation, a range of benefits, and a supportive work environment that encourages personal and professional advancement.
NB Power is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
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