Construction Manager - LSE

Requisition ID: 283229

- Relocation Authorized: International - Family
- Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
- Work Location: Toronto, ON

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Project Overview:

Bechtel is appointed as the Delivery Partner, supporting our customer Metrolinx as part of an integrated team, to help deliver the signature Ontario Line Subway Project, a transformational transit project for the Greater Toronto Area. The multi-billion-dollar project scope includes the design, build, operations and maintenance of all infrastructure and rail systems associated with 15 stations and over 15km of new alignment, being performed by two Public/Private Partnership (P3) Contractors, two Progressive Design Build Contractors and multiple advanced/early works contractors.

Job Summary:

The Construction Manager for the Lakeshore East Joint Corridor Early Works is responsible for the successful delivery of this section of the project, being delivered through a Design-Bid-Build model, which involves a complex repurposing of the existing Lakeshore East rail corridor between Eastern Avenue and Jones Avenue.

Alongside previous industry experience supervising the construction of bridges, track, retaining structures, earthworks and drainage, the successful candidate will have proven experience in leading teams and providing operational direction to multi-discipline field specialists and commercial support teams. Experience in executing construction activities within or directly adjacent to a live operational railway is considered advantageous.

Major Responsibilities:

Leadership/Supervision

- Leadership of the team of Ontario Line Delivery Partner field specialists, project coordinators, planner and contract administrator.
- Oversight of the delivery of the Lakeshore East Joint Corridor Early Works scope to required timelines, budget and in accordance with the project specifications and standards.
- Performs employee reviews for subordinate personnel and assists in their development. Ensures that subordinate personnel receive progressive training.
- Reviews and provides input to the project staffing plan for construction engineers and associated personnel.

Safety / Quality

- Ensures that safety and the creation and maintenance of a safe workplace and environment is the primary consideration and first priority in the delivery of all work. Actively participates in the project’s safety leadership culture through field hazard inspections, engagement with the workforce, deployment of safety initiatives and review of contractor’s means and methods.
- Monitor the technical requirements of the work, including quality control/assurance.
- Monitor implementation of the Contractor’s quality program(s).
- Ensures the implementation of the project construction procedures.

Planning / Project Controls

- Identifies scope to be executed during weekend Major Track Closures (MTCs). Plans all aspects of weekend MTCs ensuring the safe return to revenue service upon completion of all civil, structural, track or signal works.
- Coordinates the preparation of cost reports, forecast and progress reports. Reviews and provides input to project controls documents on progress relating to cost and schedule. Provides input to periodic reporting.
- Coordinates with the Contractor to plan construction schedules.
- Reviews the Contractor’s schedules for acceptance.
- Coordinate with project stakeholders i.e. TTC, City of Toronto, customer’s engineering and operating personnel etc. to coordinate construction activities.

Contract Management

- Manages the Contract Administrator on activities affecting the contract administration operation. Support the Contract Administrator by reviewing change notice proposals to establish cost and impact to the total subcontract value, budget, and overall project forecast.

Technical

- Coordinates with the Technical Advisor on engineering and design issues.
- Conduct thorough constructability reviews of detailed design and construction packages prepared by the Technical Advisor or Contractor.
- Coordinate interfaces between the LSE-JC Contractor and other interfacing projects.
- Ensure contractor technical submittals are submitted, reviewed, and approved. Monitor schedule of submittals, reviews, and approvals. Coordinate other Functional Depts for review and maintaining compliance of contract requirements.
- Review and approve contractor’s construction related documentation including RAMS, means and methods and ITPs.

Education and Experience Requirements:

- Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 13-15 years of relevant experience or 17-19 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

- Successful construction management track record on major multidisciplinary projects.
- Demonstrated technical writing, data management, verbal communication, presentation, and teaching skills.
- Experience working with teams and stakeholders in the development and delivery of large infrastructure projects.
- Ability to communicate across technical disciplines (engineering, construction, operations, maintenance). Computer skills (including Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Knowledge of supervisory functions relating to field activities.
- Demonstrated commitment to Environment, Safety and Health (ES&H).
- Technical knowledge and experience of relevant construction methods and systems including: Bridge construction, track and signaling works, earthworks and drainage and retaining wall construction. Construction works within and adjacent to public right of way in city environment. Utility clearance/ diversion.
- Has knowledge of construction activities as they relate to engineering disciplines, cost and scheduling, and contract administration.
- Knowledge and understanding of the application and requirements of the relevant Environmental, Health and Safety regulations as they relate to area of responsibility.
- Knowledge of project-specific environmental compliance requirements.
- Knowledge of the use of subcontracts; knowledge of the contractor/subcontractor’s responsibilities contained in subcontract documents.
- Prior experience supervising and administering contractors.
- Experience in executing construction activities within or directly adjacent to a live operational railway is considered advantageous.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards.

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