Operations Project Manager

Graybar Canada is looking for people with a desire to start a long-lasting career at one of the oldest and largest wholesale electrical distributors in Canada.

Graybar Canada is a leader in the distribution of high quality electrical, automation, and telecommunications products that supports these operations through related supply chain management and logistics services. Graybar Canada operates more than 35 branches across Canada. As one of Canada's largest employee-owned companies, Graybar Canada has the power and stability of a big corporation and the integrity and drive of a neighborhood business.

Graybar Canada has an exciting career opportunity available. We are currently seeking a Operations Project Manager to join our Corporate Head Office in Halifax, NS.

Graybar Canada offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including:

No Evening or Weekend Shifts

TELUS Health Virtual Care

Cost shared Health and Dental Benefits

Life & AD&D Insurance

Employee Profit Sharing Program

Long Term Disability Benefits

Group RRSP Matching

Corporate Fitness Membership Program

Employee Share Purchase Program

Computer Purchase Plan

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Service Awards Program

Summary:

The Operations Project Manager is responsible for estimating and coordinating projects for the company and will assist with document preparation, submission, and scheduling of construction and project work.

Requirements:

Work closely with Operations Manager and stakeholders assisting with the planning of future projects within the organization.

Document control of RFQ’s, tender addendums, project budget, quotations, material and/or labour takeoffs.

Requesting quotes from suppliers.

Collect and review of documentation (scope of work, specs, drawings, etc.).

Attend Pre- Award meeting when required.

Review site logistics if applicable.

Assess project risks and issues and provide solutions where applicable.

Work closely with Operations Manager and stakeholders, coordinating building and equipment maintenance.

Develop & maintain relationships with suppliers, GC’s and customers

Monitor project schedules, budgets, and progress timelines.

Manage purchase and delivery materials and equipment needed for projects.

Ensure projects comply with safety plans and regulations.

Work closely with the Operations Coordinator to schedule internal and external meetings, sending calendar invites with agendas.

Review and be accountable to the timelines of projects.

Maintain Infrastructure Maintenance Records.

Maintain Asset Management List.

Maintain Records for building leases, taxes, assessments.

May require adjusted scheduled as required for projects.

Perform additional duties as assigned

Desired Skills & Experience:

Construction Management Technology, CTE, preferred.

Post-secondary education or equivalent training in Construction Estimating, Project Management or Engineering Technology.

Equivalent experience working in project management and estimating.

Training or equivalent experience using Autodesk AutoCAD LT 2021.

Experience working as a general contractor.

Excellent time management and organizational skills. Ability to document, organize, and follow up on important actions and decisions from stakeholder meetings.

High attention to detail.

Ability to understand construction drawings.

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

A passion for fostering a safe work environment.

Able to work under pressure with time constraints and multiple projects at once.

Comfortable attending construction projects and job sites.

Valid Driver’s License.

Working Conditions:

Ability to attend and conduct presentations/webinars.

Travel may be required.

Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.

Overtime as required.

This is a brief outline of position responsibilities and does not intend to be all-inclusive of the current or future duties, responsibilities, or reporting relationships of the position.

Graybar Canada encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

NO PHONE CALLS OR AGENCIES PLEASE