Fabrication Project Manager/Coordinator

Northern Strands Group of Companies provide an all-inclusive solution for construction, mining, engineering, equipment, and supply requirements with top-notch craftsmanship, cutting-edge innovation, and dedication to health, safety, environment, and community. We are proudly Canadian, and globally capable.

Our diverse Group of Companies consists of Northern Strands, Fortis Mining, Engineering, & Manufacturing, and Certified Sales & Rentals comprising 14 divisions ranging from rigging/lifting products, fall protection, suspended access, agri-business field services and safety training to mining site services, fabrication, rentals, repairs, testing and recertification. This diversity provides for an exciting environment with the opportunity to work with our employees and managers in every division.

Fortis Mining, Engineering, & Manufacturing is growing, and we're on the lookout for a passionate, detail-driven Fabrication Project Manager/Coordinator, whose primary responsibility is overseeing the management of fabrication (and related) projects, including schedule, progress reporting, forecasting future work, quality management, contract management, and estimating support. As part of the Project Management & Fabrication Department, the Project Manager/Coordinator will also participate in cost reporting, review of subcontracts and vendor invoices, scope/change management, and creation of client billings. The Fabrication Project Manager/Coordinator must work closely with Operations, Procurement, Engineering and Project Management to ensure information is communicated between all groups. Fortis is a proud Saskatchewan-based company known for our innovation, integrity, and deep ties to the communities we serve.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

- Collaboration – complementary Group of Companies servicing the mining and construction industries

- Innovation– if it doesn’t exist, we will engineer and manufacture it

- Excellence – be a part of an industry leader in quality, safety, & integrity

- Culture – a diverse team that values collaboration, innovation, and community

What You’ll Be Doing

- Develop and maintain cost estimates in alignment with project management strategies and schedules to support engineering, procurement, and construction phases of projects

- Prepare estimate plans, presentations, and documents, and conduct audits and reviews with the Production Manager, Project Managers, Superintendents and clients

- Prepare capital and operating cost estimates to support studies ranging from order of magnitude to detailed feasibility for fabrication projects

- Develop and maintain a cost information database and library for the Fabrication Department

- Maintain a historical database for the close out of project including lessons learned documentation and financial post-mortems

- Appreciate and understand the client’s needs in order to provide quality services and earn additional business through proactive relationship building and quality deliverables

- Develop project schedules and identify activities necessary to produce products and services during project execution

- Ensure cost, schedule, and reporting comply with client contracts

- Translate general work requirements into a prioritized plan for individual tasks and assignments

- Coordinate work with other project groups to identify needs, requirements, interfaces, and work direction

- Communicate delivery requirements of major equipment and materials to procurement

- Review and adjust specific work activities and task schedules to meet established work schedules

- Ensure output of resources is completed on time, on budget, and exceeding quality standards. This includes integrating schedules and cost estimates to produce realistic productivity factors, equipment, and labour costs

- Establish professional and commendable working relationships with stakeholders, including clients, engineering staff, discipline leads, client representatives, and department colleagues

- Identify needs and deficiencies in the plan/schedule and communicate these to the appropriate persons

- Work with Project Managers and Supervisors to overcome work challenges

- Resolve, or if unable to resolve, report any scheduling conflicts with the appropriate persons

- Report project progress regarding cost and schedule on daily, weekly, and monthly basis

- Perform monthly forecasts including costs, commitments, change management, cost variance and schedule

- Develop, maintain, and improve all processes, procedures, templates, and tools related to estimate planning, development, and project management

What You Bring to the Table

- Graduate degree or a technical diploma in engineering or engineering technology combined with equivalent work experience would be an asset

- Experience in small to large scale custom steel manufacturing projects with in-depth knowledge of structural, vessels, tanks, and piping

- Capable of reading structural drawings

- Knowledgeable in the estimate risk analysis process

- Experience with estimating packages such as Global Shop would be considered an asset

- Experience in Planning/Scheduling

- Familiarity with scheduling software (such as MS Project and Primavera) will be considered an added expertise

- Project Management Professional (PMP®) Certification would be an asset

- Knowledge of basic accounting

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)

- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail

- Strong time-management skills; ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines

- Ability to manage multiple project deliverables and deadlines

- Ability to work in a team setting and communicate clearly

- Ability to work with minimal supervision and problem-solve as required

- Ability to maintain confidentiality

What We Offer

- Support in your career development aspirations

- Access to courses, certifications, and training programs

- Mentorship opportunities with experienced professionals and journeypersons

- Discover pathways for advancement within Northern Strands Group of Companies

- Health and Wellness

- Employee group benefits including health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance

- Employee perks including wellness and fitness membership discounts

- 24/7 access to free short-term counselling services through our Employee & Family Assistance Program

- Compensation Rewards

- Competitive wage based on qualifications and experience

- Company-matched RSP to help you plan your future

- An inclusive culture that values innovation, safety, and continuous learning

- Ergonomic workstations

- Team building events and community fundraisers

- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Northern Strands Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer.

We thank all applicants, however only those selected to continue the recruitment process will be contacted.