Assistant Construction Manager - Scotia Place Arena

CANA Group of Companies; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Calgary seeks a Project Coordinator with 4-6 years of experience in the construction industry. The role involves supporting project performance, managing contracts, and working closely with stakeholders. Candidates should hold a degree in Engineering or a diploma in a related field and demonstrate strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills. This position offers the opportunity to be part of major civic projects shaping Calgary’s skyline.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of progressive experience as a Project Coordinator/Project Engineer.
• Varied experience in size and scope of projects in the construction industry.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Support overall project performance including cost control and schedule management.
• Manage technical and financial aspects of contracts.
• Liaise closely with owners, engineers, and subtrades.

Skills

Strong verbal communication skills

Strong written communication skills

Excellent documentation skills

Organizational skills

Strong computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Diploma in Construction Related Engineering technology

Job description

Who We Are

CANA has been a respected and trusted service provider in Alberta for over 80 years. Over those years, we have developed a reputation for delivering projects safely, on budget, and on schedule. We provide quality design and construction strategies and solutions to our clients using a think-straight, talk-straight, do-it-right-once approach with no surprises. We’re known for some of the city’s most iconic buildings including the Saddledome, Taylor Family Digital Library, Bella Concert Hall at Mount Royal University, and the ATCO Commercial Centre. Come join a company where you can be involved in the next iconic project to help shape the Calgary skyline for the future.

The Role

Are you a Project Coordinator with 3 to 5 years of progressive experience looking for your next big step? Reporting to a Senior Project Leader, this role supports overall project performance, including cost control, schedule management, quality assurance, and reporting and will involve subcontract negotiations, close liaison with owners, engineers, and subtrades, and hands on management of the technical and financial aspects of the contract. This position plays a key role in delivering Calgary’s most complex and high-profile developments and major civic and entertainment projects that define the Calgary’s skyline and urban experience. You’ll be part of a high performing CANA project team responsible for representing the company in daily interactions with consultants, clients, and community stakeholders. You will gain exposure to sophisticated construction systems, large multidisciplinary teams, and complex coordination between structure, architecture, and building systems. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate strong leadership potential, and embody CANA’s values of professionalism, collaboration, and fair management of trades and suppliers — all while contributing to a transformative project that will leave a lasting mark on the city.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Diploma in Construction Related Engineering technology. Equivalencies will be considered.
• 4-6 years of progressive experience in the construction industry as a Project Coordinator/Project Engineer with varied experience in the size and scope of projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills.
• Strong computer skills.