Trade Services Associate (Maternity Leave Cover – 12-Month Contract)

• Identify, recruit, and select qualified tradespeople (e.g., carpenters, electricians, plumbers) based on project needs and timelines.
• Develop and maintain a strong network of skilled trades for immediate and future projects.

• Lead the onboarding process, ensuring trades understand project requirements, safety protocols, and company policies.
• Conduct field testing and skills assessments to verify technical capabilities.
• Collaborate with the safety team to ensure compliance with regulatory and company safety standards.

• Monitor trade performance to ensure timely and high-quality project execution.
• Provide feedback and support to trades, addressing challenges and performance issues proactively.
• Escalate performance concerns to senior management as needed.

• Ensure trades meet quality standards and project deadlines to maintain client satisfaction.
• Act as a liaison between project managers and trades, facilitating clear communication and issue resolution. • Partner with project managers to maintain seamless workflow and align expectations.

• Work with local and regional management to optimize trade coordination and resource allocation.
• Plan trade mobilization, ensuring timely availability of trades and materials.
• Address logistical and operational challenges to keep projects on track.

• Oversee and ensure accurate, timely processing of trade payments based on work orders.
• Coordinate with the finance team to review and process invoices. • Maintain transparency with trades on payment procedures and timelines.

• Communicate regularly with management to align trade resources with project timelines and staffing needs.
• Provide updates on project status, resource requirements, and potential risks.
• Participate in meetings and strategy sessions to optimize trade management across regions.

• Maintain accurate records of trade performance, certifications, safety compliance, and payments.
• Generate reports for senior management on trade performance, resource allocation, and project progress.
• Contribute to policy and process improvements for better trade management and project execution.

• Expertise in Construction Project Management, with hands-on experience overseeing renovations, skilled trades and project execution.
• Proven ability to coordinate and manage tradespeople, ensuring efficiency, quality and adherence to project timelines.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, budgeting, and safety regulations, with proficiency in project management tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of safety regulations and industry standards within the construction and renovation sectors.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills to collaborate with trades, clients, and management teams.
• Highly organized and adaptable, capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities to address performance and project challenges.

• Occasional travel to job sites required, including outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• A fast-paced work environment, requiring strong multitasking and time management skills.
• Position is a maternity cover (fixed-term contract).
• Salary range: $50,000 – $60,000 per year.
• Work is 5 days a week in our office.

• No AI tools are used in the role; all tasks are performed manually.

The Byng Group