Construction Manager

Building people and communities together since 1905, Wright Construction is proud to be awarded Butler “Builder of the Year” and “Top Volume Builder” in Canada multiple times over the last 10 years. Join us as we work to be the preferred builder, employer, and trusted partner in our communities.Who we are:

With our head office in Saskatoon, Wright Construction represents the longest operating construction company in the Province of Saskatchewan and in the City of Saskatoon. Over three generations, Wright Construction has helped build this province and we are proud to have produced many landmarks across Western Canada, including the original buildings of the University of Saskatchewan, Hotel Saskatchewan in Regina, the Bessborough Hotel in Saskatoon and much more! We also have satellite offices in Regina, SK and Calgary, Alberta.

Wright Construction performs General Contracting, Design Build, Public-Private-Partnerships (P3s) and Construction Management services. We excel in a variety of commercial, institutional, mixed use and industrial environments. Each year we complete hundreds of thousands of square feet of retail space for various developers and retail chains. Wright Construction is a strong competitor in the institutional sector providing services to schools and health boards across Saskatchewan and Alberta. Meanwhile, we are a Butler Buildings dealer and have erected approximately 6.5 million square feet of pre-engineered building space.

What we offer:

Come and be part of a leading construction company while investing in your career. We proudly offer:

• A competitive total compensation package
• An industry leading Employer paid Pension Program with a Pension matching Program
• Employer paid Benefit Program
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Commitment to learning - through professional and career development opportunities
• Paid volunteer time
• Other Employee Perks

We have an exciting opportunity available – We are seeking a Full Time skilled and experienced Construction Manager to join our team in Saskatoon, SK.SUMMARY OF POSITION

Reporting to the Senior VP, the Construction Manager is responsible for planning construction projects and overseeing their progress from start to finish in a timely and cost-effective manner. Key responsibilities will include budgeting, organization, implementation, and scheduling of the projects, while collaborating closely with various stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.

Specific duties include but are not limited to:

1. Oversee and manage construction projects from conception to completion.
2. Review the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs.
3. Oversee all onsite and offsite constructions to monitor compliance with building and safety regulations.
4. Meet contractual conditions of performance.
5. Review the work progress on daily basis.
6. Prepare internal and external reports pertaining to job status.
7. Plan to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones.
8. Negotiate terms of agreements, draft contracts and obtain permits and licenses.
9. Analyze, manage, and mitigate risks.
10. Ensure quality construction standards through QA-QC and the use of proper construction techniques.
11. Provide mentorship and leadership to the project team.
12. Demonstrate leadership in and promote awareness of Wright Construction’s policies and procedures.
13. All other duties as required.

Requirements:

• Architectural Technology Diploma, Engineering Degree, or equivalent.
• A minimum of 15 years experience in commercial, industrial, and/or institutional construction.
• Knowledge of all phases of building construction.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong code of ethics and integrity.
• Shows tact, diplomacy, and discretion in handling information of confidential and/or sensitive nature.
• Must be able to work well within a team setting and contribute to team success.
• Be able to efficiently carry out tasks with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Takes accountability for their roles and responsibilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Must have excellent time management skills.

Are you a good match, and wish to join our team? Apply Today!

If you are interested in this opportunity and in joining our team, please apply on our website.

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Wright Construction however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.