Project Manager

For more than 90 years, E.S. Fox Limited (ESFL) has set the standard for safety and quality in the construction and fabrication industry.

We have been unique in the industry as the ones who have helped build Canada's infrastructure. We possess the insight and expertise to stand behind everything we do.

Our Strength is People

With a strong commitment to health, safety, and the protection of the environment, ESFL has earned a reputation as a people-first, environmentally conscious and socially responsible provider.

Our goal is to foster, cultivate, and preserve a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion so that all employees feel valued and respected.

Our employees are our greatest asset. We strive to create an atmosphere that inspires free thinking, expression, and the promoting of individual differences, valuing the diverse contribution of skills, abilities, and experience.

Why Join Our Team

We offer you a rewarding career opportunity working within the thriving construction industry. We provide comprehensive benefits, including :

• An attractive health and dental benefits package for you and your family (dependents). Health Care Spending Account and Healthy Living Wellness Account options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group RSP with employer contribution
• Competitive compensation
• Support of professional growth

Our office in Niagara Falls, Ontario, is looking for a hardworking, proactive, and detail-oriented Project Manager to join the infrastructure team.

This position may also require travel to various project sites as needed.

Summary of the Role :

Reporting to the Vice President, Construction and Fabrication, the Project Manager will be responsible for the management of infrastructure projects including but not limited to the complete administration of contracts and contractual obligations including those relating to the management of multi-disciplined trades as well as subcontractors / vendors, budgets, contract changes, order changes, drawings, material requisitions, etc.

in order to provide a complete and commissioned system installation package.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage multi-trade projects with an emphasis on civil, structural and architectural construction.
• Maintain direct contact with customers and / or contractors / trades.
• Represent E.S. Fox Limited as point of contact with the owner in a professional, businesslike and reasonable manner.
• Understand all aspects of a project budget and liaises with the owner on all cost issues.
• Develop overall project schedules and oversee the maintenance, progress, and issuance of schedule.
• Fully understand the project scope and deal with the owner on all scope issues.
• Understand and administer the contractual agreement between E.S. Fox Limited and either the owner or the subcontractors depending on the circumstance, and ensure the Company adheres to the contract documents.
• Address all relevant issues with the appropriate correspondence in a professional manner.
• Ensure the project is executed in a safe manner following the E.S. Fox Limited Environmental Health and Safety Management System and OSHA requirements.
• Ensure the project environmental aspects are adhered to pursuant to ISO 14001 Environmental requirements of the project.
• Ensure the appropriate level of quality assurance is applied to the project with the appropriate resources.
• Ensure the project is adequately resourced for proper control.
• Develop or oversee the development of all project requisitions and works with the central purchasing group to obtain all material in accordance with project schedules.
• Recognize and address employee performance issues.
• Organize or oversee the tools and equipment for project.
• Understand job costing and tracking reports, i.e. - dollars, hours, schedule, etc.
• Assemble estimates for projects and project extras.
• Develop cost estimates and execute cost reduction strategies.
• Performs and / or supervises field work.

Key Requirements, Experience and Skills :

• Community College Technologist / Technician diploma
• Demonstrated understanding of Project Management software (MS Project, Primavera etc.)
• Professional certification in Project Management through CCA Gold Seal Program is an asset
• Completion of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field would be an asset.
• A minimum of 10 years of direct construction industry experience including estimating, scheduling and / or purchasing is required.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in a Project Management role.
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) are required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects of moderate scope and complexity.
• Must have strong technical, managerial, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Possesses solid negotiating and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Attributes :

• Well organized
• Result orientation
• Excellent communicator
• Team player
• Detail-oriented

About E.S. Fox Limited

ESFL is a privately owned, Canadian, multi-trade fabricator and constructor, providing a single-source solution for Industrial, Institutional, Commercial, and Power Generation sectors.

ESFL has established a reputation for safety, executing high quality workmanship, operational flexibility, efficiency, and timely project completion.

As a fully integrated, multi-trade construction firm, ESFL provides clients with a sole source solution for their detailed engineering, fabrication, construction, and maintenance needs.

We are a solutions-based provider that delivers a superior level of service from 'cradle to grave,' as we offer multi-trade, service-oriented solutions for all your Industrial, Commercial, Institutional, and Energy products.

ESFL continues to be a leader of Canadian strength and tradition for over 9 decades.

Headquartered in Niagara Falls, Ontario, we maintain full-service regional offices in Hamilton, Toronto, Port Robinson, Oshawa, Kincardine, Kingston, Sarnia, and Thunder Bay.

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E.S. Fox Limited is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace. We will accommodate applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Please advise Human Resources to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.