VFX project manager @ Probus Project Management Inc.

*Mixed-Use Project Manager *

Probus Project Management Inc. (Probus) is an established and expanding consulting firm seeking a Mixed-Use Project Manager to effectively assist in the execution of the River Cree Resort and Casino Expansion and several infrastructure projects in Edmonton.

This role requires 5+ years of related experience. Residential experience is favoured, and experience within a general contractor building retail, office and leisure facilities above $25 million is preferred.

*Responsibilities *

Reporting to the Principal of Probus the successful candidate will assume responsibility for all aspects of project execution.

More specifically, the candidate's responsibilities will include:

· Actively participate and be a key contributor in the project development activities;

· Develop and execute a project strategy that meets the project's required performance, schedule and profitability targets. Meet or exceed these targets;

· Plan, facilitate, and incorporate the actions from:

1. Strategy sessions;

2. Project start-up meetings for each phase of the work;

3. Value engineering reviews;

4. Scheduling sessions; and

5. Constructability reviews.

· Plan, organize and direct the preconstruction activities - add value for all stakeholders, i.e. owner, designers, and trades;

· Assist the financing team in the preparation of the project budget. Ensure that estimates incorporate value for the owner and the targeted profitability;

· Select trades to tender for optimum project success;

· Oversee the tendering and awarding of sub-trade contracts including the preparation and execution of work authorizations;

· Participate in the negotiation, preparation and execution of the prime contract;

· Exhibit the key values of: leadership, innovation, relationships, and profitability;

· Prepare and manage project budgets. Track project progress, variances, and recovery. Identify trends. Mitigate potential cost overruns and provide accurate revenue forecasts;

· Proactively, identify, address, and resolve issues/problems as or before they occur. React positively to change;

· Ensure project health, safety and environmental standards meet or exceed legislated requirements;

· Ensure accurate and timely project administration/contract administration including: pricing change orders, tracking requests for information, and communication to all stakeholders;

*Performance Expectations*

· Project is completed within targeted schedule;

· Project meets or exceeds targeted gross profit margin;

· No lost time accidents (LTA);

· Constructability issues are addressed in advance of sub-trade tendering;

· Positive relationships:

· Develop new relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers and trades, as required;

· Enhance relationships with existing clients, consultants, suppliers and trades;

*The Candidate*

The successful candidate will be a university or technical school graduate in engineering or construction management and eligible for or have attained P. Eng., CET, or PQS designations. He/she will have a minimum of 5-7 years of "hands-on" experience in the capacity of project manager supplemented by other aspects of construction management including cost estimating.

The capacity to grow beyond this position is available.

*Compensation*

Base Salary: Commensurate with experience

Short Term Incentive: Performance based bonus program

Benefits: Employer paid, flexible health, dental & vision care

Vacation: Minimum 4 weeks of vacation per year and recognized

related years of experience

Pay: $105,000.00-$130,000.00 per year

Benefits: * Dental care * Disability insurance * Employee assistance program * Life insurance * On-site parking * Paid time off * Vision care

Work Location: In person