Assistant Project Manager

Pomerleau; Greenwood; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP with up to 5% employer matching

Hybrid work model for corporate roles

Employee stock ownership program

Career growth through real development

Transit pass reimbursement

Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day 1

Job summary

Pomerleau is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for our Building Operations team in Greenwood, NS. The role manages large-scale building projects and collaborates with clients and subcontractors to drive delivery and value.

You will coordinate schedules, review shop drawings and RFIs, and lead safety practices while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships and ensuring compliance with codes and regulations. On-site work is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in the ICI construction industry.
• University Degree/Technology Diploma in Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, financial management, building codes and related legislation.
• Proven track record for project leadership and team collaboration.
• Eligible for Government of Canada Secret level clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist and guide the project team with coordination and project support.
• Review, interpret and update construction schedules.
• Maintain and track shop drawings, RFIs, material purchase orders, change notices and project documentation.
• Collect, review and analyze project quotes to obtain best market pricing.
• Demonstrate leadership in Health, Safety and Environmental protection on the project.
• Build positive relationships with subtrades, clients and project stakeholders.

Job description

Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.

As an Assistant Project Manager in the Building Operations team at Pomerleau Construction, you will manage large-scale building and infrastructure projects - ranging from $1.5 million to upwards of $1 billion - while working closely with our client groups and subcontractors and acting as an integral part of our projects team.

This role will require the individual to be on site in Greenwood, NS.

What you will do

• Assist and guide the project team with coordination and project support.
• Take pride in your ability to effectively review, interpret and update the construction schedules.
• Utilize your passion for organization through maintenance, review and follow-up of shop drawings, RFIs, material purchase orders, change notice quotes and project completion documents.
• Effectively collect, review and analyze project quotes with emphasis on obtaining the very best prices in the market.
• Demonstrate leadership in Health, Safety and Environmental Protection on the project. Effectively apply the requirements of the project specific safety standards to promote Pomerleau’s HS&E standards, applicable OH&S acts, regulations and codes with all employees and trade partners on the project.
• Support in the maintenance and building of positive relationships with subtrades, clients and project stakeholders.

This role could be for you if you have

• Roughly 3+ years’ experience in the ICI construction industry.
• A University Degree/Technology Diploma in Engineering, or a combination of education and industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of construction project methodologies, financial management, building codes and associated legislation.
• A proven track record for project leadership and team collaboration.
• A passion for building and nurturing exceptional stakeholder relationships.
• The successful candidate MUST be eligible for a Government of Canada Secret level clearance.

Benefits

• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement - get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

For the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work.