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Leading infrastructure contractor is seeking a Project Director to support future growth of their Major Projects team in Vancouver. Reporting to the Vice President, the Project Director will be responsible for managing complex major construction projects and all aspects of project performance. Initial project will be a new seismic upgrade of a bridge project focused on structures and heavy civil scopes. Salary range will be $180,000 $230,000. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role.Key Responsibilities of Project DirectorOverall Project Management and Delivery, including safety, quality, financial and schedule of major projects ($50m up to $1bn) from bid to execution and close-outImplement and enforce companys corporate health and safety programMaintain excellent relationships with owner, architect, consultants, subcontractors & publicProject Director will supervise, mentor, coach and train project personnelManage Design Development and Design Coordination staffProvide monthly and weekly reports including cost forecast, schedule and cash flowOversee and participate in regular project reforecastsCarry out all project administration in accordance with company policies and procedures. Utilize companys project management system to complete all project administrationWork with project staff to develop, monitor the project schedule including identifying critical path dependent elements and recovery methodsUnderstand and enforce prime contract and subcontract responsibilitiesResolve project disputesNegotiate and issue subcontracts and major purchase orders and monitor their progress and scheduleResponsible for delivery of payment requests to clients and approval of payments to subcontractors, suppliers etcEstimate and process Change Orders, including negotiating and assessing cost and schedule impactInvolved in all facets of project close-out, including archiving of documents, maintenance and warranty manuals, deficiencies and warranty workProject Director will play a part in securing new work by participating in proposals, tender closings and presentationsBe an ambassador of the company both internally and externallyEnsure compliance with union obligationsProactively grow and maintain strong relationships with team members, trade partners, consultants and clients to achieve the project goals and visionSupport your project management teams to develop and drive the construction schedule ensuring that completion dates and milestones are met and or exceededPut your problem-solving skills to work and recommend innovative methods that will increase effectiveness and efficiency to ensure project excellence and productivityUse your proactive approach to ensure compliance with our first-class Quality ProgramUtilize your experience in trade partner selection and coordination of their activitiesApply your financial management experience to plan, manage and respect project budgets, costs and associated purchasingBe both a mentor and role model to your project team, providing coaching and guidance to help them advance in their careersAct as the subject matter expert in risk management, ensuring any associated project risk is minimizedTake pride in compiling and completing companywide project reports for executive teams and client groupsDemonstrate leadership in Health, Safety and Environmental Protection on the project. Effectively applying the requirements of the project specific safety standards to promote HS&E standards, applicable OH&S acts, regulations and codes with all employees and trade partners on the projectRequired Knowledge and Skills of Project DirectorBachelors Degree in Engineering or equivalentA minimum of 10 years of construction experience on major projectsThe proven ability to effectively manage project staffSound understanding of contractual, commercial and financial functions on major projectsProject Director will have thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods), industry practices, estimating/budgeting, scheduling and safety requirementsExperience working in Joint Ventures with international partnersExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to resolve project disputesExcellent presentation skillsProficient in Microsoft Outlook, MS Word and ExcelProficiency in Primavera P6 and Hard Dollar idealSupervisor AccountabilitySupervise and assign responsibilities to project teams including project managers, superintendents, project coordinators and administrative assistants assigned to projectManage Performance expectations and conduct Performance Evaluations of project staffProvide advice, guidance, and direction to subordinate executives and managers toward their professional developmentBenefitsRRSP with up to 5% employer matchingHybrid work model for corporate rolesEmployee stock ownership programCareer growth through real development opportunitiesMinimum 4 weeks of vacation from day oneIdeal CandidateOnly exceptional overseas Project Director candidates who require sponsorship will be considered for this role.Please clearly highlight relevant work experience, project overviews and project scale ($) in your resume. #J-18808-Ljbffr