Careers

Description:

The Project Manager represents the owner/client interests when liaising with the Construction Department. Uses job estimate information and contract details to set up project, coordinates all meetings between company representatives and client/owner/engineer, purchases job materials, and manages subcontractors. Monitors all aspects of costing and production, approves monthly progress billings, generates cost-to-complete reports, and provides project schedule updates. Coordinates and completes all duties while promoting and fostering the Regehr company’s culture, core values, and vision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

These tasks outline the essential duties and responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned as required.

1. Monthly Reports & Billing

• Monitors and critiques cost vs. estimate data on an ongoing basis.
• Completes monthly cost-to-complete reports.
• Reports the job’s forecasted billable revenue by month to the company controller.
• Facilitates all progress billings, ensuring that all items, extras, and change orders are billed correctly and completely.

2. Procurement

• Purchases—or approves the purchase of—job materials.
• Sets up project subcontractors with scope of work, contracts, and purchase orders as needed, in coordination with the estimator and manager of engineering.
• Communicates with the yard purchaser to maximize the use of existing material inventory.

3. Owner/Client Representation and Relations

• Manages as-built drawings, control plans, submittals, transmittals, and RFIs.
• Represents the owner/client with respect to contractual obligations, schedule milestone dates, other stakeholders, and standard or job-specific specifications.

4. Working Closely with the Construction Department

a. Construction Manager

• Creates and regularly updates a project schedule that meets owner/client milestone dates while aligning with the construction schedule.
• Ensures timely completion of all required permits and legal documentation.
• Reviews the completed project binder to verify accuracy and relevance.
• Shares job setup details at the internal pre-construction meeting between the estimator, construction manager, superintendent, and foreman; facilitates the job kick-off.
• Critiques construction department production rates/costs in relation to progress billing, conducting post-job analyses to maximize job profitability.

b. Superintendents and Foremen

• Provides all required IFC drawings, permits, purchase orders, and owner/client communications to support efficient operational planning.
• Reviews construction methods in relation to design and contractual details, ensuring compliance with specifications and commitments while minimizing rework.
• Initiates contract change management and clearly communicates the scope of any additional work as needed.
• Schedules the purchasing and delivery of job materials with supervisors based on the construction schedule.
• Schedules on-site construction meetings between the engineer and contractor.
• Inspects and reports on project progress, equipment, and materials to the project management team.
• Maintains satisfactory relationships with owners, consultants, subcontractors, and others.
• Works effectively in a team environment with project managers, engineers, and superintendents.

Core Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong ethics and integrity.
• Ability to work under pressure in certain situations.

Essential Skills

• Strong organizational, planning, and prioritization abilities.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in construction management.
• Excellent people and leadership skills.
• Ability to estimate quantifiable characteristics of products, events, or information.

Required Certificates/Qualifications

• Certificate or degree in construction management or equivalent experience.
• Possession of a Class 5 driver’s license.

Description:

The Civil Estimator / Project Coordinator is responsible for assisting and /or preparing initial cost estimates for the required supplies and services, create pricing schedules, develop bid proposals, and assess the technical aspects of the project. You may assist with progress reports, risk assessments and purchasing of materials. As a valued member of our estimating team, you will be able to support and take instructions from others with assigned duties to gain and improve efficiencies, all while promoting the Regehr company culture and core values.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

As a member of the Project Management Team; your duties and responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Read, interpret and understand contract drawings and specifications.
• Provide technical assistance to the Project Managers including analysis of tender drawings and preparation of quantity take-offs.
• Identify costs involved in projects, and solicitation of sub-trade pricing for tenders both in person and on the phone, with follow-up analysis of sub-trade quotes.
• Review, along with the assistance of the Project Managers, updated design drawings and specifications for variances in project budgeting.
• Review shop drawings submissions to ensure conformance to project specifications and Subcontractor’s scope.
• Distribute updated design drawings and specifications to subcontractors, as they pertain to their trade.
• May prepare construction cost budgets from awarded tenders via electronic means.
• May communicate with supervisors and management at site.
• Site visits may be required.
• Prepare progress report
• Purchase Building Materials

Qualifications:

• Completed Civil Engineering Program
• Previous experience in the construction industry is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge in using MS Office and AutoCAD
• General project management skills (i.e. Budgeting and scheduling)
• Strong computer skills (i.e. spreadsheet, project scheduling software, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Valid Driver’s License

The General Laborer is responsible for assisting the skilled laborer’s in completing jobs according to plans. This position is based out of the Fraser Valley but may travel to job sites across the Lower Mainland and the Greater Vancouver area.

Primary Responsibilities:

As a member of the Civil Construction Team; your duties and responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Operate a variety of hand and power tools, including drills, forklifts, skid loaders and other tools as directed by management.
• Clean and prepare construction sites as needed by removing and properly disposing of debris and waste materials and digging trenches.
• Shovel materials to and from construction areas, including asphalt and dirt.
• Follow all safety procedures on the job site and report violations immediately to management.
• Maintain a safe and clean job site by handling materials and storing them properly, picking up and removing all tools and equipment when not in use.
• Load and unload construction supplies from trucks both manually and with the use of equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience working in the construction industry is considered an asset
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Valid Driver’s License

Thank you for your interest. All openings for this position are currently filled. Please view our other open positions for current opportunities with Regehr Contracting Ltd.

The Civil Pipelayer is responsible for communication with the superintendent to ensure efficient and accurate pipe installation. This position is based out of the Fraser Valley but may travel to job sites across the Lower Mainland and the Greater Vancouver area.

Primary Responsibilities:

As a member of the Civil Construction Team; your duties and responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Install Storm, Sanitary, Water and Hydro/Tel to proposed grade.
• Set Catch Basins and Manholes to proposed grade.
• Have moderate abilities to read drawings.
• Must be able to properly co-ordinate with site foreman on days tasks/approach.
• Monitor granular back-fill and ensure pipe maintains position.
• Monitor and ensure all safety risks are removed from the excavation.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years experience in a civil pipelayer position
• Experience working in other aspects of the civil construction industry is considered an asset
• Willingness to assist crew with day to day activities that may not be pipe installation related
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Valid Driver’s License

The Civil Construction Foreman is responsible for managing the site crew along with enforcing safety procedures on the assigned projects. We are looking for strong leadership skills to guide projects from beginning to completion, while maintaining a positive team atmosphere. This position is based out of the Fraser Valley but will manage job sites across the Lower Mainland and the Greater Vancouver area.  

Primary Responsibilities:

As a member of the Field Operations Team; your duties and responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Taking data from project managers to implement in the field
• Enforcing and maintaining safety procedures in accordance with Work Safe BC
• Communicating with project managers to ensure plans are completed accurately, and in a timely manner
• Overseeing crew operations on the field

Qualifications:

• 5 years of civil construction foreman experience preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Must be able to perform under pressure to meet deadlines
• Possess the demonstrated ability to motivate self and others.
• Be a results-oriented leader capable of working productively in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

The Surveyor / Grademan is responsible for overseeing the layout of projects, maintaining functionality of GPS survey and machine control, and monitoring project quantities. This position is based out of the Fraser Valley but may travel to job sites across the Lower Mainland and the Greater Vancouver area.

Primary Responsibilities:

As a member of the Civil Construction Team; your duties and responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Record survey information obtained from the field and store in a systematic order
• Assist in preparing quantity measurements for progress reports
• Ensure GPS machine control maintains accuracies and tolerances
• Maintain condition of equipment and promote a safe work environment
• Understanding and fulfil construction milestones as set by superintendents according to project schedules
• Localize site and complete topographic surveys

Qualifications:

• 3+ years experience in a survey/grademan position
• Experience working with Topcon equipment is considered an asset
• Willingness to assist crew with day to day activities that may not be survey related
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Valid Driver’s License

SUMMARY

As a Regehr Estimator | Project Manager, you are responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and tender submissions to secure new civil infrastructure projects, and for subsequently overseeing and managing those projects through completion. This role requires strong professional interaction with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams while representing owner/client interests and aligning with Regehr’s construction operations.

Using job estimates and contract documentation, the Estimator | Project Manager sets up projects, coordinates meetings with all stakeholders, procures materials, manages subcontractors, and oversees cost control, production tracking, and schedule performance. This role is accountable for progress billings, cost-to-complete forecasting, risk management, and project closeout documentation, while actively promoting Regehr’s culture, core values, and long-term vision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following outlines the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Other duties may be assigned as required.

OVERVIEW

Estimating & Project Oversight

• Manage civil construction projects with the support of the management team.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Manage project performance to meet schedule, budget, and contractual requirements.
• Ensure Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) programs are diligently implemented.
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently while meeting target deadlines.
• Complete site inspections and attend progress and coordination meetings.
• Oversee quality control and environmental plans.
• Apply diligent risk management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage resources, cost control, progress estimates, and contract change management.
• Provide operational and technical support to field teams as required.
• Coordinate and complete all project closeout documentation, including deficiencies, schedules, and as-built drawings.

ESTIMATING

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and complete tender package submissions for new civil infrastructure projects.
• Read, interpret, and understand contract drawings, specifications, and tender documents.
• Provide technical assistance to the Director of Planning in analyzing tender drawings and completing quantity take-offs.
• Identify project costs and solicit subcontractor pricing for tenders, including follow-up and comparative analysis of quotes.
• Review updated design drawings and specifications for budget impacts and variances, in collaboration with the Director of Planning.
• Review shop drawing submissions to ensure conformance with project specifications and subcontractor scopes of work.
• Distribute updated drawings and specifications to subcontractors as applicable to their trade.
• Prepare construction cost budgets from awarded tenders using electronic estimating tools.
• Maintain professional communication with site supervisors and management.
• Attend site visits as required.
• Prepare progress and estimating reports.
• Purchase building materials as required for project execution.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Monthly Reports & Billing

• Create and manage comprehensive project budgets.
• Improve revenue through proactive cost management and forecasting.
• Monitor cost control and forecast activity costs.
• Track and analyze cost versus estimate data on an ongoing basis.
• Complete monthly cost-to-complete reports.
• Report forecasted billable revenue by month to the Company Controller.
• Facilitate all progress billings, ensuring extras and change orders are billed accurately and completely.
• Manage project procurement and review/approve all project expenditures.

Procurement

• Purchase or approve the purchase of job materials through purchase orders.
• Set up subcontractors with scopes of work, contracts, and purchase orders in coordination with the Estimator and Manager of Engineering.
• Coordinate with the yard purchaser to maximize the use of existing material inventory.

Owner / Client Representation & Relations

• Lead project start-up meetings.
• Conduct site visits and provide general reporting.
• Perform proactive risk management and forecasting.
• Manage as-built drawings, control plans, submittals, transmittals, and RFIs.
• Represent the owner/client with respect to contractual obligations, milestone dates, stakeholder coordination, and compliance with specifications.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT – INTERNAL COLLABORATION

Director of Planning

• Create and regularly update project schedules to meet owner/client milestone dates while aligning with construction constraints.
• Ensure timely completion of permits and required legal documentation.
• Review completed project binders for accuracy and completeness.
• Share job setup details at internal pre-construction meetings and facilitate project kick-off.
• Analyze production rates and costs in post-job reviews to maximize profitability.

Superintendent Interfacing

• Work collaboratively with the Superintendent, sharing control and responsibility for project execution.
• Communicate production goals clearly and in a timely manner.
• Plan, schedule, prioritize, and organize materials, equipment, manpower, and subcontractors to ensure efficient progress.
• Provide IFC drawings, permits, purchase orders, and client communications to support field operations.
• Review construction methods to ensure compliance with design and contractual requirements while minimizing rework.
• Initiate contract change management and clearly communicate scope changes and extra work.
• Schedule material purchasing and deliveries based on the construction schedule.
• Schedule and facilitate on-site meetings with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Above-average verbal and written communication skills
• Professional demeanor
• Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities
• Excellent organizational, planning, and prioritization skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• High ethical standards and integrity
• Ability to perform under pressure when required

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES / QUALIFICATIONS

• Certificate or degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (PMP designation considered an asset)
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, 3D software, and Bluebeam
• Strong estimating and quantitative analysis skills
• Proven project management skills (negotiation, budgeting, scheduling)
• Strong computer skills (spreadsheets, project scheduling software, etc.)
• Strong written and documentation skills
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Ability to work effectively with Operations Managers, Superintendents, Accounting, HR, and other departments
• Strong commitment to Health, Safety, and Environmental responsibility
• Minimum 5–10 years of construction management experience
• Substantial experience with large-scale heavy civil projects (highways, roads, utilities, bridges, etc.)
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license
• HeavyBid experience considered an asset

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS

• Mentally demanding role requiring sustained focus and decision-making
• Ability to sit, stand, and drive for extended periods
• Willingness to work overtime as required

PERFORMANCE REVIEW & OTHER COMMENTS

• Three (3) month probationary period
• Annual performance reviews

BENEFITS

• All permanent, full-time team members are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Life, Critical Illness, and Welfare Program)
• Matched Group RRSP
• Company truck and fuel card
• Laptop and cell phone
• Company events
• Department and management events