Job Description
Site Manager (Relocate to Canada) An exciting opportunity has opened up for a Site Manager to relocate to Canada and join the Building Division of one of Canadas largest Main Contractors (approximately $3 Billion annual turnover). This role will involve working across a diverse portfolio of projects, including High-Rise, Commercial, Healthcare, Airport, Defense, and Educational developments. Duties: Safety Leadership: Implement the Bird Safety Program and monitor the safety performance of field staff and subcontractors to ensure a safe work environment. People Leadership: Foster effective working relationships with field staff and subcontractors to maintain positive morale and team cohesion. Team Supervision and Development: Provide regular feedback, training, and coaching to site team members, and ensure timely completion of performance evaluations. Project Schedule Contribution: Assist in the development and refinement of project schedules to ensure timely project completion. Contract Administration: Manage contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, site instructions, and change notices to ensure compliance with scope, terms, and conditions. Issue Resolution: Identify design deficiencies, schedule delays, and other project issues, working collaboratively with the Project Manager to find solutions. Subcontractor Performance Monitoring: Evaluate subcontractor performance in terms of safety, scope of work, and quality of workmanship. Quality Assurance: Ensure the quality of subcontractor workmanship and building materials meets project standards. Manpower Management: Ensure adequate manpower is available to achieve safety, schedule, and quality objectives. Documentation: Maintain daily paperwork, including field reports, safety inspections, and schedule updates. Requirements: Degree/Diploma/Trade Qualification in Construction or Engineering. Over 7 years of experience in Construction/Site Management for a Main Contractor in Ireland/UK. Proven experience in delivering projects with values over €10 Million. Strong understanding of construction industry practices. Familiarity with contract administration, technical drawings, specifications, architectural and engineering standards, and building codes. Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and high attention to detail. Proficient in MS Office, MS Project, Bluebeam, and Plan Grid. Willingness to relocate to Canada permanently within 6-9 months. Benefits: Salary ranging from $100,000 to $135,000 CAD (€65k to €90k) + Vehicle allowance. Bonus/Profit sharing opportunities. Comprehensive relocation support (including flights and initial accommodation). Company-sponsored work permit and visa costs. Inclusive healthcare plan for you and your immediate family. 6% matched Pension/RRSP contribution. 4 weeks annual leave plus a Christmas break. If you are considering relocating to Canada, please feel to send your CV or contact Declan Hasson for a confidential discussion.GPC will not send any applicants CVs to clients without a full discussion and prior consent. GPC is a specialist construction recruitment consultancy based in Dublin with 26 years experience working in the recruitment of construction professionals within Ireland and Internationally. Skills: site manager construction building division contractor