Universal Rail Contractors Ltd. is a fully-integrated, turnkey railway construction, maintenance, rehabilitation, and production solutions company. We take pride in assuring peace of mind on every project and contract for every customer.   We are a values based organization growing across Canada seeking new employees to join our team.

Universal Rail Contractors Ltd. is currently recruiting for a Project Manager.  The Project Manager will be reporting to the Operations Manager and is responsible for providing overall direction for one or more projects and or supporting the development of new business opportunities relative to a particular client, group of clients, geographical location and or product line.

Responsibilities include:

Plan, direct and manage all activities of all assigned projects at different stages of completion, to ensure that company objectives for customer satisfaction, safety, quality, production, revenue and profit are met within a specific time frame
Actively supports the Company’s commitment to safety and its core values
Acquire fully executed contracts from customers and sub-contractors
Responsible and accountable for the project management system, tools and personnel for all assigned projects from the time a project is received through the final payment of closed projects
Plan, organize and staff key field positions through operation department heads or subordinate project/construction managers
Administer internal project meetings with the superintendents, field engineers and appropriate sub contracts to make necessary changes and finalize the work schedule
Attend the customer’s Pre-Construction Meeting and ensures necessary staff and sub-contractors attend.
Procure Critical Project Documents (necessary permits, submittals, sub-contractor insurance requirements) required by the specifications or client.
Monitor projects daily and record production and job costs into the project management system.
Manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company’s interest, ensure profitability, and maintain good client relationships. Develops and submits corporate reporting within deadlines.
Prepare weekly and monthly Project Progress Reports as required.
Identify changes in the scope of work to determine if there is an opportunity or need to submit a Change Order Request to the customer.
Facilitate and execute all Change Orders with the customer.
Develop and implement Quality Management Plans, Safety Management Plans, Engineering, Procurement, Fabrication, Manufacturing, and Construction plans as required to meet project objective
Verify and record committed and actual job costs into the project management system daily.
Complete a Project Close out Report to identify final changes in work scope, additional revenue opportunities, punch list items and any hindrances that may delay close out and final payment.
Submit invoices and collect payments from the customer as necessary.
Provides strong leadership to construction team members, capitalizing on individual and group strengths
Update and maintain customer/contact database for all contacts associated with any project, existing customers, sub-contractors, prime contractors or any other parties that may influence or impact A& B Rail Services success.

The successful applicant will possess a bachelor degree in Engineering or related field with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the construction/industrial industry.  We are looking for individuals with strong interpersonal and customer service skills.  The applicant should also be able to plan and manage project schedule, have a good track record of building successful teams, effectively motivate people and maintain effective relationships with clients, owners and consultants. Successful candidates must have excellent time management & multi-tasking abilities, with the aptitude to think critically, act logically to evaluate situations, solve problems and make decisions.

We offer competitive wages, an industry leading comprehensive benefits program and the opportunity to work was a great team where Safety is an integral part of our culture.

Please send your resume quoting “Project Manager” in the subject line to:

Email: priyamenezes@universalrail.com