Civil Project Manager

David Aplin Recruiting; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental Benefits from Day 1

RRSP Matching

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

David Aplin Recruiting is seeking a Civil Project Manager focused on municipal water and wastewater construction. You’ll lead GC-side delivery from planning through closeout, balancing field execution with disciplined documentation, schedule control, and stakeholder communication to keep critical infrastructure projects moving.

Ideal candidates bring GC project leadership, direct water/wastewater experience, and strong skills in documentation and coordination.

Qualifications

• PM experience with a mid-to-large GC
• Direct water/wastewater construction experience
• Strong documentation and coordination skills
• Solid schedule and cost control in construction
• Willingness to travel; site presence as needed

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day GC project delivery from planning through closeout
• Coordinate subcontractors and trades for safe progress
• Manage schedule and cost controls; track progress and risks
• Serve as primary contact for client and consultant teams
• Drive project documentation (RFIs, shop drawings, coordination logs)
• Identify issues early and lead practical resolution in the field and in documentation
• Maintain site presence to keep execution aligned

Skills

GC project management

Water/wastewater construction

Documentation & coordination

Schedule & cost control

Willingness to travel

Site presence

Education

Engineering background (Civil or Mechanical)

Job description

Our client is seeking a Civil Project Manager focused on municipal water and wastewater construction. You’ll lead GC-side delivery from planning through closeout, balancing field execution with disciplined documentation, schedule control, and stakeholder communication to keep critical infrastructure projects moving.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day GC project delivery from planning through closeout
• Coordinate subcontractors and trades to maintain safe, efficient progress
• Manage schedule and cost controls; track progress, risks, and constraints
• Serve as a primary point of contact for client and consultant teams
• Drive project documentation (RFIs, shop drawings, coordination logs, tracking)
• Identify issues early and lead practical resolution in the field and in documentation
• Maintain site presence as required to keep execution aligned

Required Qualifications

• Project Manager experience with a mid-to-large General Contractor (GC experience required)
• Direct water/wastewater construction experience (WWTPs, treatment facilities, pump stations, reservoirs, municipal utilities)
• Strong documentation and coordination capability (RFIs, shop drawings, clear written communication)
• Solid schedule and cost control skills in an active construction environment
• Concrete experience is a strong asset
• Preferred: Engineering background (Civil or Mechanical)
• Preferred seniority: Strong PM for Edmonton scope; PM or Senior PM capability for Vancouver scope
• Willingness to travel and be site-present as needed

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary:$130,000 – $150,000
• Health & Dental Benefitsfrom Day 1
• RRSP Matching
• Professional Development Opportunities

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.Accommodation is available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment process.