Overview
Languages
English
Education
Experience
7 months to less than 1 year
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
Work site environment
Work setting
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Office
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Urban area
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Various locations
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Willing to relocate
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Relocation costs covered by employer
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Civil (road and bridge construction, etc.)
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General office
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Consulting firm
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Commercial and/or industrial construction
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Head office
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Office building
Budgetary responsibility
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0 - $100,000
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$100,001 - $500,000
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates
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Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers
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Hire and supervise activities of subcontractors
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Plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones and monitor progress
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Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements
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Establish and implement policies and procedures for quality control
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Operate CADD and other computer software systems
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Read blueprint, schemas and drawings
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Plan and manage budgets
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Direct the purchase of building materials and land acquisitions
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Develop and implement quality control programs
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Develop risk management plans
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Oversee the analysis of data and information
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Prepare reports
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Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate daily operations
Supervision
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More than 20 people
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Contractors
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Staff in various areas of responsibility
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Leadership for safety excellence course
Experience and specialization
Computer and technology knowledge
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MS Access
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MS Excel
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MS Office
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MS Outlook
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MS PowerPoint
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MS Project
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MS Word
Equipment and machinery experience
Construction specialization
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Industrial, commercial and institutional
Specialization or experience
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Specialized environmental skills and knowledge
Additional information
Security and safety
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Criminal record check
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Driver's validity licence check
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Drug test
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Reference required
Transportation/travel information
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Valid driver's licence
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Willing to travel
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Willing to travel regularly
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Fast-paced environment
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Work under pressure
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Tight deadlines
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Attention to detail
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Combination of sitting, standing, walking
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Large caseload
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Overtime required
Own tools/equipment
Personal suitability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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Flexibility
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Judgement
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Organized
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Team player
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Values and ethics
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Accountability
Benefits
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Disability benefits
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Health care plan
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Paramedical services coverage
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Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
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As per collective agreement
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Bonus
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Commission
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Gasoline paid
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Gratuities
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Group insurance benefits
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Life insurance
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Mileage paid
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Night shift premium
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Pension plan
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Piece work
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Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)
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Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
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Stocks/shares
Long term benefits
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Long-term care insurance
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Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)
Other benefits
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Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
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Free parking available
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Learning/training paid by employer
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On-site amenities
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On-site daycare available
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On-site housing options
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On-site recreation and activities
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Other benefits
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Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
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Subsidised public transportation
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Team building opportunities
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Transportation provided by employer
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Parking available
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Travel insurance
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Variable or compressed work week
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Wellness program
Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for persons with disabilities
- Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.)
- Provides visual accessibility accommodations (for example: braille, screen readers, etc.)
- Provides auditory accessibility accommodations (for example: transcription software, teletypewriters, etc.)
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports persons with disabilities
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for persons with disabilities
- Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities
- Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities
Support for newcomers and refugees
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees
- Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
- Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
- Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.)
- Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition
- Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees
- Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees
Support for youths
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
- Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
- Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
Support for Veterans
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Veterans
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Veterans
- Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for Veterans
- Recruits Veterans and other candidates with military experience through targeted hiring initiatives (for example: job fairs, outreach programs etc.)
- Assists with immediate transition needs of Veterans (for example: relocation, housing, etc.)
- Offers workshops, counselling services or other resources to help Veterans navigate their transition into the civilian workforce (for example: adapting to different organizational structures)
- Supports Veterans in translating their military skills and experience into the language of the civilian job market
- Offers flexible onboarding options to allow Veterans to gradually adapt to the civilian workplace (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities, etc.)
Support for Indigenous people
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
- Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
- Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers
- Facilitates access to Elders who can offer support and guidance to Indigenous workers
Support for mature workers
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports mature workers
- Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination
- Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers
- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers
- Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)
- Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities)
- Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example: adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.)
- Offers resources to help mature workers plan their retirement (for example: financial planning, access to pension and benefits, lifestyle adjustments, etc.)
Supports for visible minorities
- Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities
- Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)
- Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees
- Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.