Valard Construction
Construction
AssistantProjectManager
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“Assistant Project Manager at Valard Construction. Skills: Project management, Cost management, Schedule management. Develop project schedules. Maintain project schedules”
Industry & Context.
Identify critical path risks; Develop recovery plans; Resolve supply chain issues; Develop proactive strategies
Site based, 6 days on / 1 day off schedule, 28 / 14 rotation, Legal authorization to work in Canada
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field, 5 years of experience in a construction project management or coordination role, demonstrated understanding of project management concepts and tools, Familiarity with budget tracking and cost management, understanding of project controls including schedule, cost, and change management, organizational and time-management skills, Excellent written and verbal communication skills, Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Nice to Have
Experience supporting Electrical Infrastructure projects, Working towards Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Previous construction industry experience is an asset
What You'll Do.
Develop project schedules
Maintain project schedules
Report on project schedules
Monitor safety regulations
Monitor quality standards
Monitor environmental requirements
Forecast cost variances
Prepare financial reports
Assist Project Manager
Monitor schedule performance
Identify critical path risks
Develop recovery plans
Assist managing budgets
Track costs against estimates
Flag budget variances
Lead subcontractor management
Support subcontractor management
Review design changes
Approve design changes
Facilitate project meetings
Prepare meeting agendas
Prepare meeting minutes
Drive closure on action items
Support materials management
Track equipment deliveries
Resolve supply chain issues
Ensure materials availability
Assist risk identification
Assist risk mitigation
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with Project Manager; Work with field supervisors; Coordinate with subcontractors; Coordinate with engineering team; Work with field crews; Collaborate with owners; Collaborate with engineers; Collaborate with field teams; Work with project stakeholders; Partner with Mi’kmaq communities
Communication Scope
Excellent written communication; Excellent verbal communication
Process & Methodology
Project schedule development, Project schedule maintenance, Project execution planning, Project cost tracking, Project cost forecasting, Project financial reporting, Project budget management, Subcontractor management, Risk identification, Risk mitigation planning, Project risk register maintenance, Stakeholder communication
Full Job Description
Our Major Projects group is currently looking to add an **Assistant** **Project Manager** to our team, based in Amherst, NS supporting the Wasoqonatl Transmission Line project. Reporting to the Project Manager, we are seeking an ambitious and savvy professional to support the planning, execution, and delivery of a large electrical infrastructure project. This position works closely with the Project Manager to manage project schedules, costs, subcontractor performance, and stakeholder communication, providing hands-on project management experience on a landmark transmission project in Nova Scotia. _Please Note: This position is site based and works a 6 days on / 1 day off schedule (on a 28 / 14 rotation)._ ### Duties and Responsibilities * Develop, maintain, and report on project schedules, milestones, and execution plans in collaboration with the Project Manager * Monitor compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and environmental requirements, escalating issues to the Project Manager as required * Track project costs, forecast variances, and prepare regular financial performance reports for the Project Manager and senior leadership * Assist the Project Manager with day-to-day activities * Monitor project schedule performance, identify critical path risks, and work with field supervisors and subcontractors to develop and implement recovery plans as needed * Assist in managing project budgets by tracking costs against estimates, reviewing invoices and change orders, and flagging variances to the project manager for review and action * Lead or support subcontractor management including scope compliance, performance monitoring, progress verification, and coordination of back-charges or contract amendments when required * Review and approve RFIs, submittals, and design changes in coordination with the engineering team, ensuring technical decisions are documented and communicated to field crews without delay * Facilitate project meetings with owners, enginee
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