Construction Project Manager

Job title: Construction Project Manager

Job description: Mission for this Position

At Baffinland, we work and live beyond the Arctic Circle, mining iron ore at our Mary River property. Located in the Qikiqtani Region on Baffin Island, Nunavut, it’s one of the world’s most captivating and seldom seen destinations and we are looking for people ready to share, build, and grow with our company. We are a unique company with a strong management team. Our leadership team has amassed specialty experience on northern mining projects from community consultation and permitting, through to operation. Our workforce brings together the modern practice of safe, sustainable mining and the enduring value of a traditional culture, which is rapidly advancing. The result is a work and community experience you won’t find anywhere else.

Reporting to the General Managers, the Construction Project Manager is responsible for the coordination of all aspects of the capital and other operational projects from start to finish – including the cost estimation, pre-construction, construction and post-completion phases. The mandate includes ongoing in-depth monitoring and analysis for scheduled deliverables and estimated costs, overseeing all onsite and offsite contractors and activity, and monitoring compliance with policies, regulatory frameworks, etc. Ensure project completion in a safe, timely, cost effective and efficient manner as well as ensuring environmental compliance and stewardship.

Main Accountabilities

Front-end planning, engineering and design.

• Collaborate with engineering department to determine the specifications of the project and to establish the initial schedule and cost estimates. Thereafter, manage project planning, scheduling and execution to ensure the project(s) are delivered on time, within budget and meet the required safety, environment and quality standards
• Identify the optimal governance and organizational structure and resource plans for the department to effectively manage the project
• Establish the required framework for the project team – processes, information requirements, timelines, budgets, physical assets, issue escalation process, expectations, mobilization/demobilization and orientation of project team members, etc.
• Manage the development of overall project schedules and establish the project milestone dates
• Assist in the project procurement process, including recommending consultants and contractors required to provide the working drawings and specifications. Engaging pre-qualified contractors, third party inspection and engineering firms or other suppliers.
• Prepare tender package, engage approved contractors, review and analyze bid submissions with General Managers and other internal stakeholders, issue letters of award and work with legal and supply chain to develop contracts
• Negotiate contracts with external vendors to reach cost effective agreements
• Determine needed resources (manpower, equipment, equipment, etc.) from start to finish with attention to budgetary and other restraints
• Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deliverables and deadlines will be met
• Establish plans for the acquisition of equipment, materials and resources and establish contingencies to manage unplanned issues and challenges that may arise

Lead and manage project team members and ensure appropriate due diligence and governance for the project

• Manage all internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with all policies, procedures, project metrics, corporate standards, building codes, health and safety, environment, quality, contract management and best constructions practices – with an emphasis on high value and functionality
• Ensure contractors and team members execute on the project plans and various scopes of work
• Develop individual budgets, monitor progress and take action as required
• Ensure contractors and their workforce adhere to all Baffinland standards for conduct and ensure appropriate corrective action is implemented
• Collaborate with engineers, regulators and other stakeholders as and when appropriate
• Ensure all codes, regulations and safety and environmental plans are strictly adhered to
• Prepare progress and other information reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Manage and oversee all testing and inspection logs, quality assurance reports and punch lists are reviewed, actioned and submitted in a timely fashion
• Update schedules, track progress and prepare status reports and projections
• Identify and manage project risks ensuring appropriate mitigation plans are in place
• Ensure compliance with project plans, specifications and legislative requirements and initiate remedial action when required
• Monitor and prepare progress reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Conduct meetings with project team members, engineering department, General Managers and other internal and external stakeholders

Develop and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders

• Provide ongoing updates and reports on the project
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to effectively manage and address issues and challenges relating to the project
• Ensure a plan is established and executed that will facilitate positive relationships with communities, regulators and other public officials

Budget preparation, cost/financial analysis and financial reporting

• Ensure processes and resources are established to effectively capture, analyze and prepare financial reports and information
• Establish timelines, KPI’s and other requirements from project team members and contractors are established, communicated and follow-up on
• Analysis of reports and information relating to the project and manage the preparation of reports relating to costs and progress

Commissioning and turnover/project ramp down

• Finalize/update the Transition Management Plan between construction completion, pre-commissioning, commissioning and startup.
• Manage the critical steps within startup including system turnover, checkout of systems, commissioning of systems, introduction of feedstock and performance testing
• I. Requirements definition and technology transfer

II. Conceptual development and feasibility

III. Front-end engineering

IV. Detailed design

V. Procurement

VI. Construction

VII. Checkout and commissioning

VIII. Initial operations

• Ensure effective communication with all internal and external stakeholders and that potential issues and challenges are recognized, identified, documented and addressed without delay
• Establish and implement processes required for system and project commissioning and the demobilization of temporary or contractual resources

Main Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technical Subject
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Professional Engineer preferred; Masters in Engineering a definite asset
• 5+ years of directly related construction project management experience; mega-project experience a definite asset
• Experience managing projects in a remote location, ideally in the Arctic or comparable ‘harsh’ conditions
• Track record that demonstrates a commitment to safety, environment and project excellence
• Ability to manage complex situations and identify workable solutions to address challenges
• Exceptional teamwork, interpersonal, analytical and leadership skills
• Strong knowledge of contract law and risk management
• Excellent computer skills and the ability to leverage applications for tracking, analysis and reporting

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