Project Manager
- Canmore, AB, Canada
Salary based on experience, starting at $95,000/year · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- Salary based on experience, starting at $95,000/year
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- Minimum 5+ years of project management experience in commercial building, multifamily construction, or equivalent
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
The Project Manager is responsible for the complete oversight and management of construction projects from preconstruction to project closeout.
Reports To: Operations Manager
Supervises: Assigned Project Coordinator(s)
Work Location: Hybrid - Office 80% / Site 20% (varies by project type and location)
Key Peers: Superintendent(s), Construction Manager, Financial Controller, BD&M Manager, HR Manager, Accountant
Key Responsibilities
With a focus on creating a working environment built on mutual respect and professionalism, we aim to attract motivated, talented people who will thrive and grow with our company. We’re proud to say that our team is over 1/3 female! While we acknowledge there is still more work to be done, our DEI practices are continually evolving as our company grows.
We value a wide range of skills, experiences, and backgrounds and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We’re working to eliminate barriers for applicants and team members from equity-seeking groups. If you can’t apply online or need an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact hr@ashtonconstruction.ca.
As an environmentally conscious business, ACS incorporates green practices wherever possible, both at our workplace and worksites.
We’re building careers, not filling jobs.
Reports To: Operations Manager
Supervises: Assigned Project Coordinator(s)
Work Location: Hybrid - Office 80% / Site 20% (varies by project type and location)
Key Peers: Superintendent(s), Construction Manager, Financial Controller, BD&M Manager, HR Manager, Accountant
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage all assigned project phases from preconstruction through close-out, including budget, schedule, quality, and stakeholder management
- Monitor project progress against schedules, budgets, and quality standards; provide accurate estimates of remaining costs and forecasted budget(s) to complete
- Estimate, review, and negotiate contracts; manage buy-out activities including sourcing quotes, coordinating POs, subcontracts, and change orders
- Review plans and specifications for constructability, scope alignment, and risk; coordinate with consultants, subcontractors, site teams, and suppliers on all project changes
- Lead OAC and trade meetings and coordinate with consultants; manage distribution of agendas and minutes
- Identify changes to project scope; submit and negotiate change orders; manage RFI process
- Proactively manage client expectations, communications, and invoicing; issue client invoices and follow up on outstanding payments
- Direct and Supervise Project Coordinators on workload and priorities; provide input for performance reviews of Project Coordinators
- Manage project close-out including substantial performance, financial reconciliation, holdback requests, and final documentation
- Maintain project data in Procore including budgets, commitments, schedules, RFIs, submittals, deficiency lists, and safety documentation
- Support preconstruction including review of drawings, budget forecasts, and procurement planning
- Confirm trade compliance with safety regulations prior to PO/subcontract issuance; coordinate with superintendents on incidents, inspections, and the implementation and documentation of safety programs
- Provide weekly project reporting to the Operations Manager; contribute to quarterly portfolio reviews and post-mortem meetings
- Minimum 5+ years of project management experience in commercial building, multifamily construction, or equivalent
- Post-secondary degree or certification in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, or equivalent
- Knowledge of CCDC contracts preferred; with a required willingness to develop contract administration expertise
- Comprehensive knowledge of construction processes: drawings/blueprints, specifications, schedules, budgets, closeouts
- Proficiency in Procore and MS 365; experience with MS Projects and Bluebeam an asset
- Established knowledge of safe work practices and ability to implement safety procedures; ability to lead and motivate teams with continuous improvement strategies
- Demonstrated ability to navigate complex and sensitive discussions, particularly surrounding stakeholder budgets, change orders, and schedule impacts
- Experience building effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders; highly organized with strong written and verbal communication skills
- Must have and maintain a valid Class 5 license with clean driving record
- Eligible to legally work in Canada without employer sponsorship
- Must live in the Bow Valley or be willing to drive to project sites throughout the Bow Valley
- Ability to access active construction sites, including climbing stairs/ladders and navigating uneven terrain
- Salary based on experience, starting at $95,000/year
- Minimum 3 weeks’ vacation per year
- Comprehensive benefits package including dental, extended healthcare, disability coverage, life insurance, healthcare spending account, and RRSP matching
- Industry training allowance for career development
- Cell phone allowance, company laptop, and access to company fleet as required
- Progressive working environment at the forefront of construction in the Bow Valley
- Strong commitment to safety in the workplace. ACS is COR certified.
With a focus on creating a working environment built on mutual respect and professionalism, we aim to attract motivated, talented people who will thrive and grow with our company. We’re proud to say that our team is over 1/3 female! While we acknowledge there is still more work to be done, our DEI practices are continually evolving as our company grows.
We value a wide range of skills, experiences, and backgrounds and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We’re working to eliminate barriers for applicants and team members from equity-seeking groups. If you can’t apply online or need an accommodation during the hiring process, please contact hr@ashtonconstruction.ca.
As an environmentally conscious business, ACS incorporates green practices wherever possible, both at our workplace and worksites.
We’re building careers, not filling jobs.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Project Manager oversees all phases of construction projects from preconstruction to closeout, managing budgets, schedules, and quality standards. They also lead trade meetings, negotiate contracts, and supervise project coordinators to ensure project success.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 5 years of project management experience in commercial or multifamily construction and hold a relevant post-secondary degree or certification. A valid Class 5 driver's license and the ability to work legally in Canada are mandatory.
Skills
- Project management
- Construction management
- Budgeting
- Scheduling
- Contract administration
- Procore
- Bluebeam
- MS 365
- Risk management
- Stakeholder management
- Safety compliance
- Procurement planning
- Change order management
- RFI process
- Leadership
- Communication
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Extended healthcare
- Disability coverage
- Life insurance
- Healthcare spending account
- RRSP matching
- Industry training allowance
- Cell phone allowance
- Company laptop
- Company fleet access
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Management & Leadership
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Construction
- Project Management
- Preconstruction
- Closeout
- Budgeting
- Scheduling
- Procore
- Bluebeam
- MS 365
- CCDC contracts
- Contract administration
- Safety regulations
- Procurement
- Change orders
- RFI
- Stakeholder management
- Multifamily construction
- Commercial building
- Engineering
- Quality control
- Subcontractors
- Site management
- Reporting
- Portfolio management
- COR certified