Assistant Project Manager - CCCL - Scotia Place

Startdate; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CANA Construction is seeking a Project Coordinator to support performance, cost control, scheduling, quality assurance, and reporting on Calgary’s landmark developments. You will negotiate subcontracts and liaise with owners, engineers and trades, while managing technical and financial contract aspects.

Ideal candidates bring leadership and collaborative spirit to a fast-paced team. Based in Calgary, you will contribute to iconic projects that shape the city’s skyline and urban experience,

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support overall project performance including cost control, schedule management, quality assurance and reporting.
• Involve subcontract negotiations and close liaison with owners, engineers and subtrades.
• Hands-on management of the technical and financial aspects of the contract.
• Contribute to delivering Calgary’s most complex and high-profile developments and civic projects.

Skills

Leadership potential

Verbal and written communication

Documentation and organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Diploma in Construction Related Engineering technology

Job description

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.

CANA Construction is part of an exciting, challenging, and evolving industry that offers a great foundation for a rewarding career. As leaders in the Construction Industry our resume includes a myriad of projects ranging from small facility renovations to commercial/industrial complexes, aviation hangars, recreation and sports facilities, educational institutions, and high-rise buildings.

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.

Ownedand operated by the Simpson Family, CANA has provided reliable and trustedservice for three generations. Our dependability has been recognized with ourmembership as one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies since 2002. CANA’ssuccess over the past seven decades has been largely due to the passion anddedication of our employees. We are built on the strength of our people. Wehire the very best employees; ones that bring a high level of enthusiasm and commitmentwith them to work each and every day.