Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

Toronto | 12-month Contract | Hybrid

Matchtech are supporting a key client with the requisition of a Construction Project Manager. The Construction Project Manager will support the EPC Project Manager or Program Manager in delivering construction projects from pre-construction through completion and warranty. The role is responsible for safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contract administration, client management, stakeholder engagement, subcontractor oversight, reporting and successful project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day construction activities across one or multiple projects.
• Manage project safety, quality, schedule, risk, cost and performance.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets and forecasts.
• Build and manage client, contractor and stakeholder relationships.
• Oversee contract administration, RFIs, change orders, claims mitigation and closeout activities.
• Lead subcontractor procurement, bid evaluation and award processes.
• Monitor project progress and provide status updates to senior leadership and clients.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning and startup activities.
• Ensure permits, insurance, bonding and compliance requirements are met.
• Manage project documentation, reporting, turnover and warranty processes.
• Perform project audits covering safety, quality, schedule and financial performance.
• Mentor project staff and support workforce planning and development.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 7 years of project management experience within construction, EPC or infrastructure environments.
• Strong experience managing project schedules, budgets, risk registers and cost forecasts.
• Experience administering contracts, subcontracts, change management and procurement activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management, scheduling and document control systems.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and leadership capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and project financial controls.
• Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel to project sites as required.

Preferred Background

• Experience in Transmission & Distribution, Utilities, Energy, Oil & Gas, Transportation or Major Infrastructure projects.
• Construction site leadership and field execution experience.
• Experience supporting large utility clients such as Hydro One or similar owner organisations.
• EPC, Program Management or Construction Management project experience.