25 Oct
Kiewit
Toronto
Requisition ID:
173059
Job Level: Director
Home District/Group: Kiewit Development Company
Department: Business Development & Proposals
Market: Industrial
Employment Type: Full Time
Position Overview
The Director / Vice President, Kiewit Development Company (KDC) will be located in Toronto, Canada.
The individual will be part of a geographically dispersed team with staff locations across North America and will work on all aspects of asset management for KDC's projects.
The role will support KDC's asset management team by providing both commercial and technical expertise to KDC projects that are in construction or operations.
District Overview
Kiewit Development is the development,
investment and asset management arm of Kiewit.
Formed in 2009, Kiewit Development supports Kiewit's design and construction activities with a dedicated team of project management, development, investment, finance and asset management professionals located across North America.
We develop projects across North America in all markets and business segments in which Kiewit participates.
We work closely with public and private clients to understand their needs and constraints and deliver comprehensive solutions that meet those needs.
We support projects from start to finish with in-house expertise in areas including: market development, teaming, proposals, legal and commercial, financial and technical.
In addition, we oversee the delivery of our assets during construction, commissioning and operations.
Location
Position is located in Toronto, Canada and will require travel across the United States and Canada.
Responsibilities
Represent the project company in communications with the client,
the Design-Builder, and the Operator
Act as the point of contact or the alternate point of contact under the Project Agreement with the client
Ensure Project Agreement obligations are being satisfied
Manage Project Company Reporting which includes the preparation, review, and presentation of reporting materials including but not limited to: Client required reporting, notices and compliance with document sharing
Project Company Board materials
Internal KDC, and Kiewit management materials
Lender required materials
Notices to Design-Builder and Operator as required
Attend, and lead or support, all required project meetings
Identify, monitor, and manage project risks
Oversee the Design-Build and Operator contractors in the fulfillment of their respective obligations including: Monitor and evaluate design and construction status of the project and escalate problems or issues appropriately to KDC management and the Board of Directors
Monitor the construction and operations deliverables by the respective contractor to ensure compliance with the technical requirements
Review and approve the Design Builder and Operator's monthly invoices
Oversee, if applicable, the quality management system for the Design-Builder and Operator
Review Design-Builder and Operator plans include health and safety, quality, MBE engagement etc.
Ensure any non-compliance is rectified accordingly, and provide relevant notices as required
Plan and manage lifecycle budgets and expenditures,
and where the Project company has retained lifecycle obligations update the lifecycle and rehabilitation program for the project assets
Change management and dispute resolution
Participate in the design review process
Manage Change Order process
Manage any claims and/or operational/construction issues; coordinate discussions regarding same with the Client, contractor and operator as required
Advise on contractual and commercial positions of the Parties in case of potential issues or disputes with regards to technical and commercial matters and work to resolve issues
Coordinate with other project team members including where applicable the finance manager, the communications manager, technical manager home-off accounting tax, and legal staff, etc.
Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in business or engineering
10 years experience, with 5+ in relevant role providing technical and commercial oversight in the infrastructure, building, transportation or industrial sector(s) in the U.S. and/or Canada
Experience with projects financed using project finance considered beneficial but not critical
Ability to review and interpret complex legal and financial agreements and summarize key issues
Experience presenting materials to project or company board of directors
Board membership considered beneficial but not critical
Ability to travel freely between Canada and the United States
Assessing and managing risk on complex construction projects
Capacity to understand and adapt to complex technical and contractual situations
ADDITIONAL SKILLS/COMPETENCIES
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong written and spoken communications skills
Demonstrated history of working as part of a team, as well as managing other team members
Experience managing complex technical issues such as claims, change orders, contract changes , etc. to successful resolution
Work as an owner's representative or owner's engineer considered relevant
Quality Management experience
Experience with Public Private Partnerships
Other Requirements:
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Regular, reliable attendance
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Work productively and meet deadlines timely
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Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees,
and others individually or in a team environment
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Perform work safely and effectively.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
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Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
Work overtime and weekends as required.
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.
Company: Kiewit
▶️ Asset Management (Director / Vice President), Kiewit Development Company
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