Construction Manager

LAPORTE is a consulting engineering firm specializing in pharmaceutical, agrifood, industrial biotech and industrial plant processes, which has been in business for 25 years. Today, the company has 25 offices across North America and Europe, and over 480 employees with a passion for engineering.

We offer a stimulating environment where autonomy, collaboration and professional growth are at the heart of our daily work. We believe in a flexible working environment that values work-life balance while encouraging efficiency and creativity on a daily basis.

Discover an employer who takes care of its greatest asset: its employees!

LAPORTE is seeking a dynamic Construction Manager with extensive experience in construction project management, particularly within the food production industry, to join our innovative team. As a Construction Manager, you will lead impactful engineering and construction projects from concept to completion, ensuring successful outcomes that align with client goals and industry standards.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Lead and Drive Projects: Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate high-impact construction projects from start to finish, ensuring completion on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards;
• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work closely with the capital works manager and engineering teams to define project scope and align goals with broader business objectives;
• Create Winning Proposals: Develop comprehensive business proposals, integrating design elements, detailed OPCC forecasts, and ROI projections while ensuring safety records meet industry best practices;
• Ensure Design Excellence: Monitor design schedules daily, ensuring every project stage reflects the client’s vision and technical requirements;
• Oversee Project Execution: Manage all aspects of project accounting, from issuing purchase orders to final billing and closure, ensuring financial accuracy and accountability;
• Optimize Construction Workflows: Supervise on-site operations, ensuring compliance with project plans and specifications, while leading troubleshooting, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives;
• Be a Catalyst for Change: Identify and seize opportunities for site optimization, resolving challenges to enhance project performance and drive efficiency;
• Deliver Results: Oversee construction progress, including shop drawing reviews, site meetings, change notices, and final inspections, ensuring seamless start-up and commissioning.

Key Requirements:

• Extensive experience in construction management related to electrical, mechanical, process mechanical, structural, civil, and controls in the food production industry (mandatory);
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills;
• Proven experience in leading design projects, managing proposals, conducting on-site commissioning, and overseeing power system studies in a fast-paced environment;
• Strong knowledge of local, provincial, and national regulations and industry standards;
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment in the food and beverage, biopharmaceutical, or medical device industries (an asset);
• BS or MS degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (current registration as P.Eng. is an asset).

Benefits – What We Have to Offer:

• Opportunities for Career Growth: Accelerated professional advancement opportunities;
• Hybrid Work Arrangements: Hybrid work mode with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office;
• Professional Development: A work environment that fosters empowerment, mentorship, and professional growth;
• Health and Wellness Programs: Comprehensive group health insurance coverage from day one (medical, dental, vision);
• Work-Life Balance: 3 weeks of vacation starting upon hiring, 1 week of paid vacation during the Christmas holidays, and 1 additional week of personal leave;
• Retirement Savings: Employer-contributed RRSP plan at 4%;
• Professional Membership Fees: Fees for professional memberships (e.g., APEGA, PEO) covered by the company;
• Public Transport Reimbursement: Reimbursement for public transportation costs;
• Inclusive Culture: A dynamic, non-conformist work environment that values work-life balance and promotes operational efficiency.

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Send us your application today. We look forward to meeting you!

The LAPORTE team