Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

About BFL Construction

Founded in 1973, BFL Construction has a diverse portfolio of projects within the Institutional, Non-Profit, Commercial, Education, Health & Biomedical, Industrial, and Multi-Family space and is part of the JV Driver portfolio of companies. As a specialist in construction management, we provide complete oversight of each project from preconstruction to close-out and ongoing services through the warranty period.

Urban Metro Builders Inc. (Company) is a division of BFL Construction and specializes in multi-family and single-family residential projects.

We are committed to the well-being of our employees and offer a competitive salary and a well-rounded benefits package, including 401k contributions, health and dental benefits, training fund, and paid time off. We fully support the growth of our team and have formal and informal training/development opportunities to help you succeed in your role and meet your aspirations. We have an Impact committee that focuses on mental health, community involvement and environmental footprint.

In addition, we conduct annual employee engagement surveys and take steps to continuously strengthen our employee experience.

Reporting to the Project Director, as the Project Manager, you will be part of a team that collaborates to drive creative solutions for our clients and internal/external stakeholders.

We are looking to hire a Project Manager to join our team and manage commercial and multi-family projects.

• Own the project lifecycle from start to finish including project profitability and schedule adherence.
• Play an active role in business development, proposal submissions, interviews, presentations, client/consultant relationship management.
• Work closely with the site team to develop the project plan, engineering methods and monitor the project schedule.
• Develop recovery strategies when project schedule or budget is in jeopardy.
• Understand and enforce prime contract and subcontract responsibilities.
• Negotiate and issue subcontracts, major purchase orders and monitor their progress and schedule.
• Work with accounting department to ensure project accounting is accurate and timely.
• Prepare and issue progress applications to owner according to established schedules.
• Review/approve subcontractor applications for payment and expedite owner payment from within contract terms.
• Process all change orders, including negotiating and assessing cost and schedule impact.
• Manage all facets of project close-out, including archiving of documents, maintenance and warranty manuals, deficiencies, and warranty work.
• Participate in phased closings when requested.
• Supervise day- to-day, mentor, coach, and train project personnel.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with external and internal clients and represent the company at industry functions and events.
• Model the Company Values

• Respect | We lead with integrity to employer and engage each other
• Evolve | We broaden our knowledge and expertise through the ability to adapt and grow.
• Accountability | We build trust by taking ownership of our actions and results with our team, partners, and stakeholders.
• Leadership | We guide and inspire others through transparent communication and decision making.

• 5+ years as a Project Manager with experience working on commercial and multi-family projects with a spend of at least $20 million+.
• University or college diploma in a relevant construction/engineering program or combined equivalent experience.
• Strong computer skills including experience using MS Office, Scheduling & PM software with Procore experience considered an asset.
• Experience in all forms of contracts and delivery methods.
• Sound knowledge in the review and negotiation of contracts for construction projects.
• Strong technical, business, financial and legal acumen.
• Effective communication skills (oral, written, presentations), including the ability to successfully translate technical information to non-technical individuals.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including strong teambuilding capabilities.
• Knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation, including quantity take-off procedures, sub-trade procurement, pricing and bid closing procedures.
• Excellent relationship building skills and ability to solve problems.

With a career at BFL Construction, you will participate in a growing portfolio of diverse and exciting projects. Each day brings another opportunity to develop and broaden your skills and experience.

BFL Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage diverse candidates to apply to our welcoming and inclusive team!