Chris Nielsen
Burnaby,British Columbia
Summary
A highly effective Senior Project Manager with excellent client oversight and strong relationship building skills. Strengths include team leadership, issue resolution\management skills , and techinical construction knowledge.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Sr Project Manager
Scott Construction
05.2023 - Current
- Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track
- Monitored contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to protect development process from unforeseen delays and costs
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase
Sr Project Manager
Syncra Construction
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Overall Management of multiple residential projects in the greater Vancouver Area
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to achieve project schedule
- Working closely with Civic Officials to implement new traffic and pedestrian patterns
Kanin Construction
Project Director
02.2020 - 05.2022
- Directed management of multiple complex projects leading teams of consultants, stakeholders and civic groups in the ongoing design, construction and occupancy phases
- Managed teams of site personnel through each stage of construction including mentoring and hiring of key positions
- Overseeing contract management, scheduling and procurement for each project
Project Manager
Wesgroup Properties
01.2016 - 02.2020
- Lead teams in the development and construction of River District Phase One including residential, commercial and civil components
- Coordinate District Energy commissioning for a new community to the standards of City of Vancouver
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for vehicular and pedestrian traffic in coordination with City of Vancouver
Sr Construction Manager
Ellis Don
12.2014 - 01.2016
- Development and construction of the Emily Carr University of Art + Design campus in Southeast False Creek
- Design assist and construction of civil design to incorporate new roadways, bikepaths with the City of Vancouver
- Created and monitored project budgets and schedules to coordinate utility service providers.
Project Manager
Ledcor Construction
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Management of construction of Quintet, a five tower residential and commercial project in Richmond
- Contract procurement, managed costs, and monitored schedule performance.
- Civil roadways and utilities management to create new infrastructure to the new community
Construction Manager
Polygon Homes
03.2006 - 01.2009
- Development and Construction of Klahanie Phase 3 community in Port Moody consisting of 515 homes
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
- Management of new roadways, utilities and infrastructure to surrounding and new communities
Project Manager
ITC Construction
03.2002 - 03.2006
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives
- Negotiated and managed contracts related to project deliverables
- Construction of multiple residential high rise towers in Yaletown and Greater Vancouver
Education
Diploma - Architectural Building Engineering Technology
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC 05.2001 -
Skills
Client Relationship Management
Project Planning
Contract Preparation
Project Scheduling
Cost Control
Staff Management
Timeline
Sr Project Manager
Scott Construction
05.2023 - Current
Sr Project Manager
Syncra Construction
05.2022 - 02.2023
Kanin Construction
Project Director
02.2020 - 05.2022
Project Manager
Wesgroup Properties
01.2016 - 02.2020
Sr Construction Manager
Ellis Don
12.2014 - 01.2016
Project Manager
Ledcor Construction
01.2010 - 01.2015
Construction Manager
Polygon Homes
03.2006 - 01.2009
Project Manager
ITC Construction
03.2002 - 03.2006
Diploma - Architectural Building Engineering Technology
British Columbia Institute of Technology
05.2001 -