Assistant Project Manager Bird Construction Inc.

Project Management Institute - Southern Alberta Chapter (PMI-SAC); Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 68,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Bird is seeking an Assistant Project Manager in Calgary to lead daily project management activities, control budgets, schedules and safety compliance on assigned projects. You will work with the Project Superintendent and team to drive performance and deliver quality outcomes.

The role focuses on coordinating safety programs, cost control, subcontract administration, and effective communication with stakeholders across high-rise, mixed-use, institutional or commercial construction projects.

Qualifications

• Experience leading project teams and directing daily management of assigned projects.
• Ability to read and interpret contract documents, schedules and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety leadership and monitor safety performance on project sites.
• Plan, schedule, set objectives and control activities during construction.
• Supervise and coach project team members; complete performance evaluations.
• Administer and manage prime/subcontracts; evaluate subcontractor performance.
• Manage project budget and billing; coordinate with accounting for payments.
• Review costs and identify revenue opportunities; report financial performance monthly and quarterly.
• Maintain positive relations with clients, consultants, architects and subcontractors.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Construction-related discipline

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Viewpoint Project Management

Job description

Assistant Project Manager

The Assistant Project Manager leads, directs and coordinates the daily management of the assigned project(s). This leadership position is accountable for the overall performance of the project including costs, schedule, quality, project status, and adherence to company policies and procedures.

This position is based in Calgary.

What You Will Be Working On

• Provide safety leadership through implementation of Bird Safety Program and monitoring of safety performance of project team and subcontractors.
• Planning, scheduling, setting objectives and controlling activities during the construction phase of a project(s) in conjunction with the Project Superintendent and Project Team.
• Supervision and development of project team members through regular feedback, training and coaching; timely completion of performance evaluations.
• Administration and management of prime contract and subcontracts; includes negotiation and awarding of subcontracts for scopes of work as well as review and evaluation of subcontractor performance.
• Manage project budget and billings and work with accounting to ensure timely payment of A/R and A/P.
• Review and analysis of costs and identify revenue opportunities.
• Monthly and quarterly reporting on financial and overall performance of project to Senior Management.
• Foster and maintain positive relations and communication with clients, consultants, architects and subcontractors.

What We Are Looking For

• High rise, mixed use, Institutional or commercial construction background.
• Completed education in a construction-related discipline as well as demonstrated, progressive experience in General Contracting; direct project management of large institutional or commercial projects.
• Your demonstrated leadership, project management and problem-solving skills support your collaborative approach to delivering results and developing team members.
• Service and results-oriented, you are able to build and steward trust with a broad network of professional colleagues, subcontractors and team members to effect competitive excellence, pride in teamwork and outstanding project delivery.
• You have demonstrated competence in the areas of safety, workforce management, project execution, cost control, quality and administration.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency with MS Office including MS Project; experience with Viewpoint Project Management system will be considered an asset.

For Those Who Seek to Redefine

The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people – where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.

As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving – we are powering our communities and shaping Canada’s skylines coast-to-coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

What We Believe In

We Put Safety First

A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership.

We Lead With Honesty

We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results.

We Are Stronger Together

Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential.

We Are Driven To Do Great Work

We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry.

We Create Opportunity

Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world.

At Bird, we value Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) and believe it is essential to our success. We will continue to listen, learn, and take action in our commitment to building progress in our organization, and the industry as a whole. Cultivating an environment where all employees feel included, seen, and have a sense of belonging is core to Bird’s culture. We commit to proactively employing a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work, fostering an environment of continuous learning, and never compromising on our values.