Construction Manager

Morson Canada; Pickering; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management firm is seeking a Construction Manager for a 24-month contract in Pickering, Ontario. The successful candidate will oversee on-site construction activities, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with safety standards. This role requires strong leadership and project management skills to drive timely project execution. The position is 100% on-site with an expectation for potential extended hours when required.

Qualifications

• Ability to oversee multiple trades and subcontractors effectively.
• Experience in managing construction budgets and schedules.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all on-site construction activities to ensure project execution.
• Manage site budgets and track costs, review progress payments.
• Promote safety culture and ensure compliance with safety policies.
• Facilitate communication between teams and stakeholders.
• Prepare progress reports and maintain site documentation.

Skills

Construction management

Project execution

Health and safety compliance

Stakeholder management

Quality assurance

Job description

We are currently requesting resumes for the following position: Construction Manager

Resume Due Date: Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025 (5:00PM EST)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Level: MP5

Duration: 24 Months

Hours of work: 35 (there may be a requirement for the worker to provide services of more than 44 hours per week during the contract term - please only submit candidates who can fulfill the contract needs)

Location: Pickering (ESB1) -100% on site

Job Overview

Construction & Site Leadership

• Oversee all on-site construction activities to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution.
• Oversee daily operations, site planning, resource allocation, and coordination of multiple trades and subcontractors.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with project plans, specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support commissioning and start-up activities by coordinating technical, field, and engineering teams.

Project Management & Execution

• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules, construction plans, and progress milestones.
• Manage site budgets, track costs, review progress payments, and support change management processes.
• Identify risks, constraints, and issues early; implement corrective actions to maintain project timelines and objectives.
• Drive timely resolution of site challenges through collaboration with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring all personnel follow safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, toolbox meetings, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permits, and best practices for site protection and sustainability.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for internal teams, contractors, consultants, and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate clear communication and alignment between field operations, engineering, procurement, and project management groups.
• Build positive working relationships with local authorities, regulatory agencies, landowners, community members, and project partners.
• Represent the project at meetings, inspections, and site reviews.

Quality Assurance & Technical Oversight

• Oversee quality control processes and ensure all construction activities meet required standards.
• Review drawings, specifications, inspection reports, and documentation to verify accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate testing, inspections, commissioning, and verification activities with contractors and technical specialists.
• Ensure deficiencies are addressed and documented through established quality procedures.

Documentation, Reporting & Communication

• Prepare regular progress reports, site updates, safety records, and documentation for leadership and project teams.
• Maintain accurate records of daily site activities, decisions, inspections, testing results, and project changes.
• Support preparation of close-out documentation, turnover packages, and final inspections.
• Ensure effective communication flow between site activities and broader project management objectives.

Project Close-Out & Final Delivery