Senior Project Manager

Halifax, NS, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 8, 2026

Original job description

JMC is pleased to partner with Acadian Construction to recruit a Senior Project Manager. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced construction professional to lead complex commercial projects from preconstruction through completion.

Reporting to the Director of Construction, the Senior Project Manager will oversee project delivery, financial performance, risk management, client relationships, and project teams. The successful candidate will bring strong general contracting experience, sound construction knowledge, and the ability to keep projects moving safely, efficiently, and successfully.

Key Responsibilities

Lead commercial construction projects from planning through completion and closeout.
Manage project budgets, schedules, forecasts, costs, and overall financial performance.
Identify and address project risks, issues, and potential delays.
Oversee contracts, procurement, change orders, billing, and project documentation.
Lead and support Site Supervisors, Project Coordinators, and other project team members.
Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Lead project meetings and maintain clear communication among all parties.
Ensure projects meet safety, quality, contractual, and company requirements.
Mentor and support less experienced members of the project management team.

What You Bring

Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least seven years of progressive construction project management experience.
Project management experience working for a general contractor.
Experience managing commercial construction projects from start to finish.
Strong knowledge of project budgets, schedules, costs, forecasts, and change orders.
Experience leading project teams and working directly with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
Strong leadership, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction project management software.

This full-time, permanent position is based in Halifax and involves a combination of office and construction site work, including regular travel to active project sites.

Questions can be directed to Chad Murray at chad@teamjmc.ca.

We thank all interested candidates, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

Lead complex commercial construction projects from preconstruction through completion, overseeing project delivery and financial performance. Manage project teams, client relationships, and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.

Requirements

Requires at least seven years of progressive construction project management experience working for a general contractor. A post-secondary degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is required.

Skills

Project Management
Budget Management
Risk Management
Contract Management
Procurement
Financial Forecasting
Leadership
Construction Knowledge
Scheduling
Problem Solving
Microsoft Office
Construction Software
Technical Drawing Interpretation
Communication
Mentoring

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Hiring contact

Chad Murray

Hiring contact email

chad@teamjmc.ca

Keywords

Commercial Construction
General Contracting
Preconstruction
Project Closeout
Change Orders
Billing
Construction Management
Engineering Technology
Site Supervision
Project Coordination
Financial Performance
Risk Mitigation
Construction Drawings
Specifications
Halifax

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