Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager
Dartmouth, NS
AM – FCD −  7593

Meridia Recruitment Solutions has partnered with Fares & Co. Construction Inc. to recruit a Senior Project Manager to join their team in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.

Founded in 1996, Fares & Co. is a unique collection of companies rooted in Halifax and built on a foundation of excellence, integrity, and a passion for exceptional service. Known for delivering a “positive business experience and client satisfaction”, our client has grown into a multifaceted real estate powerhouse, specializing in development, construction, and real estate. From lakefront subdivisions to urban mixed-density projects, their legacy is one of trust, expertise, and unparalleled client satisfaction. Fares & Co’s team of architects, engineers, and craftsmen work seamlessly with key partners to deliver large-scale, mixed-use developments on time and within budget. Their hallmark project, the $1 billion Kings Wharf development in Dartmouth, epitomizes their vision of blending urban sophistication with natural beauty.

Role Description
Reporting to the Vice President of Construction & Development, the Senior Project Manager will lead and oversee all construction activities for high-end residential development projects, from concept to completion. You will call upon your expertise to troubleshoot and support any issues that arise throughout a project, regularly suggesting innovative ideas that will increase efficiencies amongst project teams. Your financial management skills will be used to implement, manage, and respect project budgets, and you will be responsible for ensuring that key project deadlines are met.

By joining Fares & Co., you will be part of a growing, family-owned, and community-oriented group that are positioned to continue supporting the population growth in the Halifax area by doubling their number of rental units by the end of next year. You will contribute to unique and innovative projects that are changing the landscape in Halifax and Dartmouth, as well as have the opportunity to mentor, grow, and collaborate with a team of passionate construction professionals who are dedicated to creating luxurious living spaces for Fare’s valued tenants. In return for your skills and expertise, you will be rewarded with a competitive total rewards package.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide technical expertise, leadership, and support to a variety of high-rise residential development projects, ensuring that construction activities are adhering to design plans, budgets, schedules, and quality standards;
• Grow and maintain strong relationships with team members, crews, trade partners, consultants, and clients to achieve the project goals and vision;
• Serve as an expert in risk management to ensure any associated project risks are proactively identified and minimized;
• Recommend innovative construction methodologies that will increase efficiency and effectiveness, without sacrificing quality;
• Utilize construction management software (i.e., Procore) to maintain current records of project status and documentation;
• Support the Site Superintendent in ensuring that all safety policies and procedures are being followed by on-site construction crews.

Your Qualifications
As the ideal candidate, you are a highly experienced Project Manager with demonstrated success leading complex multi-unit high-rise residential, commercial, or institutional construction projects. You have supported all phases of large-scale projects and are known for your ability to deliver key milestones, on time and on budget. Most importantly, you are an approachable leader and team player, who takes great pride in the quality of your work.

Qualifications include:

• 10+ years of project management experience, running all aspects of multi-unit high rise, commercial, or institutional building construction;
• Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline (i.e., Engineering, Project Management) would be considered a strong asset;
• P.Eng or PMP designation would be considered a strong asset;
• In-depth knowledge of building materials, construction specifications and drawings, building codes, and safety and quality management practices;
• Strong financial and budgeting expertise, with the ability to manage and respect large project budgets;
• Strong negotiation, time management, problem-solving, and organizational skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Expertise in using Procore as a construction management software would be considered an asset.

For more information contact Austin McLennan, Senior Consultant, at 902-424-1103 and amclennan@kbrs.ca or Kyle Armstrong, Recruitment Specialist at 902-334-7488 or karmstrong@kbrs.ca, or please apply online by clicking the “Apply Now” button below. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Austin or Kyle know.