Carrier at Iris Construction Management
Change is possible when you get an entire team united behind a common vision.
Together, we will work hard, brainstorm until we find solutions, enjoy some laughs, and deliver what we promise. Find fulfilment in a career with the Iris family.
Thinking about a career with Iris Construction Management? Drop us a resume at iris@irisconstruction.ca
Positions available:
Project Manager/Estimator
Position Summary: We seek a versatile and experienced professional to fill the dual role of Project Manager/Estimator. This hybrid position is crucial in driving our estimation efforts and managing construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in both project management and cost estimation, with a strong understanding of the construction industry and a proven track record of delivering accurate bids and effective project oversight.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cost Estimation:
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for construction projects, covering all expenses and contingencies.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and architects to understand project requirements and develop precise budget forecasts.
- Utilize advanced estimating techniques and software to improve accuracy and efficiency.
- Conduct market research to stay updated on industry trends, material costs, and labour rates.
- Engage with subcontractors and suppliers to gather and analyze bids, ensuring compliance with project specifications and standards.
- Present and discuss cost estimates with senior management and clients, clearly explaining methodologies.
- Participate in bid reviews and negotiations, offering strategic insights to enhance Iris’s competitive edge.
- Project Management:
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee construction projects from initiation to completion.
- Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
- Manage project budgets, including tracking expenses and ensuring projects remain within financial constraints.
- Supervise and direct construction teams, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring adherence to project plans and safety standards.
- Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, quality, and compliance with safety regulations.
- Address and resolve any issues or conflicts that arise during the construction process.
- Communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and team members to provide project updates and address concerns.
- Prepare and present project reports, including progress updates, cost analyses, and risk assessments.
- Ensure that all project documentation is complete, accurate, and up-to-date.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years experience in construction estimating, particularly in commercial design and build projects.
- Minimum of 5 years experience in construction project management or coordination.
- Proficiency in estimating software (e.g., OnScreen Takeoff, Bluebeam) and MS Excel.
- Strong analytical and mathematical skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills, capable of guiding a team and collaborating effectively with stakeholders.
- Residency in or willingness to relocate to Winnipeg, MB.
- Valid driver’s license and readiness for minor travel as needed.
Why Join Iris?
- Competitive Compensation: Salary based on experience, plus performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and life insurance, along with on-site parking.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth in a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Work-Life Balance: A stable 8-hour shift schedule promotes employee well-being.
Iris Construction Management Inc. is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, particularly those who contribute to the diversity of our team.
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and responses to the following questions:
- Do you have experience in commercial construction estimating?
- Are you currently located in Manitoba or willing to relocate?
Join Iris Construction Management and help us build not only structures but a better future for our communities. Apply today to become part of our esteemed team!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Profit sharing
Drop us a resume at iris@irisconstruction.ca
Business Development Manager
Job description
Are you a dynamic and results-oriented individual with a passion for driving business growth? Iris Construction Management, a leading construction company in Winnipeg, is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to expand our clientele and foster strategic partnerships. If you have a proven track record in business development within the construction industry, we invite you to join our team and play a key role in our continued success.
Responsibilities:
- Identify and Pursue Business Opportunities: Conduct market research to identify potential clients, projects, and partnerships aligned with Iris Construction Management’s growth strategy. Develop a robust pipeline of opportunities to achieve business targets.
- Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients. Understand their needs, preferences, and pain points to offer tailored solutions that meet their construction requirements.
- Proposal Development: Prepare compelling proposals, presentations, and bids that showcase Iris Construction Management’s strengths and capabilities, ensuring a persuasive and professional representation of the company.
- Networking and Industry Engagement: Attend industry events, trade shows, and networking sessions to expand the company’s presence and establish valuable connections within the construction and related sectors.
- QSR Business Understanding: Leverage your knowledge of the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) industry to identify opportunities for Iris Construction Management to provide specialized services to QSR clients.
- Market Analysis: Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments to capitalize on emerging opportunities and stay ahead of the competition.
- Collaborative Strategy: Work closely with the executive team and other departments to develop and execute business development strategies that align with Iris Construction Management’s overall goals.
- Achieve Sales Targets: Set ambitious but achievable sales targets and work diligently to meet and exceed them, contributing significantly to the company’s revenue growth.
- Contract Negotiation: Lead negotiations with clients, ensuring favorable terms for both parties while maintaining the company’s interests.
- Reporting and Analytics: Regularly track and report on business development activities, performance metrics, and key milestones to the management team.
Requirements:
- Proven Experience: Minimum of 3 years of successful experience in business development within the construction industry.
- Strong Sales Acumen: Demonstrated ability to identify sales opportunities, pitch services, and close deals effectively.
- Relationship Building: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build and nurture strong client relationships.
- QSR Knowledge (Asset): Familiarity with the Quick Service Restaurant business and an understanding of their specific construction needs would be considered an asset.
- Strategic Thinker: A strategic mindset with the ability to identify and prioritize opportunities for business growth.
- Results-Driven: Self-motivated, target-oriented, and committed to achieving and exceeding sales goals.
- Team Player: Collaborative attitude with the ability to work cohesively with internal teams to deliver seamless solutions to clients.
- If you are a proactive and innovative Business Development Manager with a proven track record in the construction industry, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity with Iris Construction Management.
Salary plus commissions
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Dental care
Disability insurance
Extended health care
Paid time off
Profit sharing
Vision care
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
Bonus pay
Commission pay
Education:
Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:
Business development: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
How to apply:
Submit to iris@irisconstruction.ca
Site Superintendent
Iris Construction Management is a commercial project management company specializing in construction management, budgeting, tendering selection, money management, and quality control.
We invite you to join our team and take advantage of opportunities within the organization to grow.
Who we are looking for:
As a Construction Superintendent you will oversee the entire construction process on site. You will be responsible for creating and monitoring project momentum, scheduling, quality control, safety, and delegating work to the project team and sub-contractors. You are a dynamic leader who can manage people just as effectively as construction activities. You will report directly to the General Superintendent who oversees the performance of all our projects. A construction Superintendent’s duties include, but are not limited to:
· Oversee all construction projects from start to finish.
· Review and maintain documentation and drawings, complete daily site reports, and project photos.
· Ensure that all construction documents are properly signed, identify discrepancies in scopes of work, and all documents are completed.
· Oversee all vendor invoices and vendor bills.
· Manage all required municipal and provincial inspections.
· Ensure that all subcontractors are paid on time.
· Oversee all subcontractors.
· Supervise and develop site team members through regular feedback, training, and coaching.
· Oversee all subcontractor bids and proposals, and submittals.
· Oversee change orders.
· Order materials and equipment and request sufficient manpower throughout the project to maintain schedule and productivity.
· Prepare and maintain construction schedules and advise project team of potential problems, work interferences, and scheduling difficulties or deviations from the overall schedule, and assist in resolving any conflicts.
· Oversee all site cleanups (i.e., trash pick-up, site cleanups, etc.).
· Promote a safe and healthy work environment for all personnel on site, monitor safety performance, and oversee the Site HSE Coordinator.
As a Construction Superintendent your experience and qualifications will include
· Minimum of 5 years of construction supervision experience, preferably with a general contractor.
· Experience in Office Construction is required.
· Experience in building Steel buildings is an asset.
· Experience building Restaurants (Preferred, but not a must)
· Demonstrated competence in the areas of safety, people management, project execution, cost control, quality, and administration.
· Experience working on a project valued at $1.5 million and up.
· Safety training and certification an asset
· Strong communication and computer skills
· Driver’s license
· Willingness to travel when required.
· Strong time management skills
· Strong desire for individual growth within role and a drive to motivate those around to their individual best.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Design Coordinator
The Design Coordinator may begin to handle some project management tasks under the direction of the Project Manager or Principal-in-Charge, but will primarily work on technical aspects.
Typical Duties:
The following duties are typical of this position but are not all-encompassing. Each person is expected to help out in whatever duties are required to deliver a quality product on schedule, within the project budget, and the budgeted hours provided for in the work plan.
- Assist Project Manager with client and project coordination and management.
- Provide data for evaluation of budget compliance and project billings.
- Prepare plans and documents to be submitted to the city for a building permit.
- Prepare drawings and details for the construction and production of millwork.
- Create 3D and renders for the project according to customer requirements.
- Coordinate permit and construction document preparation.
- Outline document contents and specification outline.
- Ensure compliance with design intent and coordination with the specification.
- Review work of consultants for coordination purposes.
- Respond to RFI inquiries regarding pre-bid approvals; prepares addenda.
- Prepare project correspondence.
- Conduct on-site observations as directed by the Project Manager.
- Prepare observation reports when appropriate.
- Review submittals as needed.
- Assist in project close-out efforts including punch lists.
- Design and draft
Relationship to Others:
Works under the direction of the various Project Managers according to the assignment. Works under minimal supervision. Communicate with clients. Contractor and consultant coordination. Ability to communicate with the project construction team to minimize misunderstanding and conflicts. Promote coordination and cooperation of in-house project team.
Knowledge and Experience:
- Professional degree and/or registration preferred.
- Highly proficient in AutoCAD Architectural, Revit, V-Ray & Sketch UP
- Competent knowledge of the use of building codes and other related regulations.
- Competent knowledge of construction materials, specifications, and techniques.
- Experience in dealing with governmental agencies, codes, and ordinances.
- Ability to communicate with clients, consultants, and contractors.
Job Type: Full-time
How to apply:
Submit to iris@irisconstruction.ca
Project Coordinator
We are looking for a responsible Project Coordinator to administer and organize all types of projects, from simple activities to more complex plans.
Project Coordinator responsibilities include working closely with our Project Manager to prepare comprehensive action plans, including resources, timeframes, and budgets for projects. You will perform various coordinating tasks, such as trades management, scheduling, budgeting, take-offs along with administrative duties, such as maintaining project documentation and handling financial queries. To succeed in this role, you should have excellent time management and communication skills, as you’ll collaborate with clients, external and internal teams to deliver results on deadlines.
Ultimately, the Project Coordinator’s duties are to ensure that all projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet high-quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate project management activities, resources, equipment and information
- Break projects into doable actions and set timeframes
- Liaise with clients to identify and define requirements, scope and objectives
- Assign tasks to external teams and assist with schedule management
- Make sure that clients’ needs are met as projects evolve
- Prepare budgets and take-offs
- Analyze risks and opportunities
- Oversee project procurement management
- Monitor project progress and handle any issues that arise
- Act as the point of contact and communicate project status to all participants
- Work with the Project Manager to eliminate blockers
- Use tools to monitor working hours, plans and expenditures
- Issue all appropriate legal paperwork (e.g. contracts and terms of agreements)
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports
- Ensure standards and requirements are met through conducting quality assurance tests
Requirements
- Proven work experience as a Project Coordinator or similar role
- Boots on the ground experience
- An ability to prepare and interpret flowcharts, schedules and step-by-step action plans
- Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time-management
- Strong client-facing and teamwork skills
- Familiarity with risk management and quality assurance control
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project and MS Office
- Ready to travel from time to time
- PMP or industry-related certification is a plus
How to apply:
Submit to iris@irisconstruction.ca