construction project manager

Government of Canada - Western; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization is seeking a skilled Project Manager in Calgary to oversee and coordinate construction projects. The candidate will manage subcontractor activities, budget estimates, and maintain a fast-paced, detail-oriented work environment. Strong interpersonal skills and a Bachelor's degree, along with a PMP certification, are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Free parking available

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Wellness program

Learning/training paid by employer

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• 5 years or more of project management experience.
• PMP certification required.
• Strong knowledge in industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate subcontractors' activities and evaluate daily operations.
• Prepare and submit budget estimates for construction projects.
• Direct purchasing of building materials and manage risks.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Interior

Work setting

• Office

Budgetary responsibility

• $8,000,001 +

Responsibilities Tasks

• Coordinate subcontractors activities
• Evaluate daily operations
• Plan and organize daily operations
• Select trade subcontractors
• Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates
• Recruit, hire and supervise staff and/or volunteers
• Hire and supervise activities of subcontractors
• Plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones and monitor progress
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements
• Establish and implement policies and procedures for quality control
• Operate CADD and other computer software systems
• Read blueprint, schemas and drawings
• Plan and manage budgets
• Direct the purchase of building materials and land acquisitions
• Develop and implement quality control programs
• Develop risk management plans
• Oversee the analysis of data and information
• Prepare reports

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Project

Construction specialization

• Industrial, commercial and institutional

Area of specialization

• Project management

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Wellness program