RWDI

Project Manager

RWDI Guelph, Ontario, Canada · CA$80K–CA$100K/yr

Civil Engineering · 501-1,000 employees

2 d ago
project-manager Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time Canada
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About the role

The Project Manager is responsible for business development, proposal management, and overseeing engineering projects to ensure they meet quality and financial objectives. They will lead teams of consultants and maintain strong relationships with clients throughout the project lifecycle.

What they look for

Business development Project management Engineering consulting Proposal management Contract management Client relationship management Financial management Quality assurance Strategic thinking Technical documentation Presentation skills Time management Organizational skills Building design Construction process

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related field along with proven experience in business development and project management within the engineering consulting sector. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to travel, including to the USA, are required.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus Paid vacation Group health benefits RSP matching Learning spending account Fitness spending account

Full description

Project Manager

Department: Project Delivery - Zone 5

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Guelph, ON

Reporting To: Greg Thompson

Compensation: CA$80,000 - CA$100,000 / year

Description

Position Overview:

As a Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in identifying, pursuing, and securing new business opportunities within the engineering consulting sector. This position requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record of successfully managing and closing projects, coupled with a strong aptitude for cultivating and maintaining client relationships.

This is a full-time permanent position in our Guelph, Ontario office. 

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

Business Development: Responsible for effectively sourcing, negotiating, and facilitating new business. Proposal and Contract Management: Creating and delivering proposals inclusive of scope, fees, and qualifications for public and client RFPs.

Client Relationship Management: Responsible for developing strong working relationships with clients. Project Oversight: Assembling and guiding a team of RWDI consultants toward meeting project objectives by overseeing the preparation of documentation developed by the technical team.

Project Performance: Accountable for project performance, on-time and quality delivery, and ensuring client expectations are met or exceeded.

Financial Management: Manage financial activities of the project including tracking revenue, issuing invoices, and recovering receivables. Quality Assurance: Ensuring that Quality Assurances are completed, recorded, and meet company standards and project scope. Innovation: Track industry developments and innovations to ensure that RWDI continuously delivers relevant services and new and innovative deliverables.

Presentations and Conferences: Regularly develop and deliver presentations at project meetings/workshops and industry events.

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Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Qualifications (If you possess 80% of the qualifications listed, please apply since you may have additional skills that would align well with this role):

  • Proven experience in business development and project management within the engineering consulting sector. 
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. 
  • Understanding of building design and construction process, codes, standards, and protocols. 
  • Strong understanding of engineering principles and the ability to build and maintain client relationships. 
  • Ability to communicate technical concepts to clients effectively. 
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
  • Results-oriented with a demonstrated ability to meet and exceed targets.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
  • Willingness to travel as needed.
  • Ability to travel to the USA.

Job Benefits

Compensation:

  • Salary Range: $80,000.00 -$100,000.00
  • Annual Performance Bonus
  • Paid Vacation
  • Group Health Benefits
  • RSP Matching
  • Learning Spending Account
  • Fitness Spending Account

Thank you in advance for your application.  Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. 

RWDI endorses and practices the principles of equal opportunity employment. We are committed to diversity and inclusion. 

Accommodations are available during all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with AODA and the Human Rights Code.

AI is not used in the recruitment process.

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