E.S. FOX LIMITED Looking for Junior Project Manager at Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada Full Time

Established in 1934 as a small plumbing and heating company, E.S. Fox Limited today is recognized as a pre-eminent Canadian multi-trade Industrial, Commercial, Institutional and Nuclear constructor and fabricator. E.S. Fox Limited works in the industries of oil and gas, petrochemical, mining, pulp and paper, steel, automotive, pharmaceutical, casinos, hotels, hospitals, schools, and themed entertainment.

The company is headquartered in Niagara Falls, Ontario, and maintains full-service regional offices in Hamilton, Toronto, Port Robinson, Oshawa, Tiverton, Kingston, Sarnia, and Thunder Bay.

With a strong commitment to health, safety, and the protection of the environment, E.S. Fox Limited has earned a reputation as a people-first, environmentally conscious, socially responsible constructor.

The Thunder Bay, Ontario office is looking for a detail-oriented, efficient, and knowledgeable Junior Project Manager to join the team.

What We Offer

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

• An attractive health and dental benefits package including an Employee Assistance Program
• Group RSP
• Competitive compensation
• Support of professional growth

Summary Of The Role

Reporting to the Area Manager, the Junior Project Manager manages the project from bid preparation and design phase that includes fabrication drawings through the developing of Bills of Material; assisting in Estimating and Purchasing to procure system components and structural hardware, to managing subcontractors to complete system installations and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Prime accountability for project safety record, schedule, and budget.
• Sole representative and spokesperson for the project and its progress, timelines for completion etc.
• Manage all aspects of project planning including the development of the execution strategy, budget, schedule, procurement and contracting plans, and risk, scope and change management plans.
• Lead and supervise the project team while providing direction and guidance.
• Authorize all project spending, and wording of commitments made to vendors, and review and approve payment of invoices for purchased goods and subcontracted services.
• Manage all day-to-day project management activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Control and oversee the changes that occur throughout the project such as: change of design, change of scope, change of weather, change of project personnel etc.
• Monitor project performance (cost, schedule, quality) and complete and distribute regular project reports (including issues, status, performance to plan and other KPls) to key stakeholders.
• Maintain and report risks and issues.
• Maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Supervise and assure completion of project close-out activities and support the commissioning and transition to operation.

Knowledge And Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline or,
• Eng and Project Management Professional (PMP) designation preferred or,
• Technician or Technologist Diploma in technical or management field or,
• Construction trade COO or,
• Gold Seal Certification or,
• Accumulated lifelong learning experience equivalency through workplace position or training.

Specific Experience And Skills

• Two (2) or more years of project experience within related construction/industrial projects.
• Experience in project estimating, planning or execution.
• Experience providing routine and timely updates regarding project status; Serving as the representative for progress and next steps for the projects.
• Experience working within a supervisory capacity.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).

Personal Attributes

• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Highly organized and analytical.

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.