Construction Project Manager

Summit Search Group; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction recruitment agency seeks an experienced Construction Project Manager for commercial and multi-residential projects in Edmonton. This role involves leading projects from pre-construction to close-out, managing budgets, schedules, and ensuring client satisfaction. The ideal candidate has significant project management experience, a strong understanding of construction processes, and exceptional leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $90,000 to $110,000, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Significant experience managing commercial and multi-residential construction projects.
• Strong understanding of critical path methodology and construction sequencing.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects valued up to approximately one million dollars.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial and multi-residential construction projects from pre-construction through close-out.
• Own project budgets, schedules, quality control, safety compliance, and client satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, forecasting, invoicing, and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Decision-making

Organizational skills

Job description

Industry: Commercial and Multi-Residential Construction

Project Types: Tenant Improvement, New Build, Renovations

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead commercial and multi-residential projects in the Edmonton market. This role is ideal for a driven, hands-on leader who can manage projects end-to-end, make confident decisions, and elevate the performance of those around them. You will play a key role in a fast-growing, entrepreneurial construction environment where results, accountability, and ownership matter.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commercial and multi-residential construction projects from pre-construction through close-out, including renovations, tenant improvements, and new builds
• Own project budgets, schedules, quality control, safety compliance, and client satisfaction
• Participate in pre-construction estimating, scope development, and planning
• Develop, manage, and track critical paths to deliver projects on aggressive timelines
• Directly manage and mentor Project Coordinators, ensuring accountability and performance
• Select, onboard, and manage subcontractors and trades, including performance evaluation
• Maintain strong, proactive communication with clients, investors, consultants, and internal stakeholders
• Make informed, independent decisions to keep projects moving without reliance on constant oversight
• Work closely with the safety function to ensure all projects meet safety and compliance requirements
• Maintain accurate project documentation, forecasting, invoicing, and reporting

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Significant experience managing commercial and multi-residential construction projects
• Strong understanding of critical path methodology and construction sequencing
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects valued from several hundred thousand dollars up to approximately one million dollars
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing Project Coordinators or similar roles
• Comfortable operating in a lean, fast-paced construction environment
• Strong technical understanding of construction processes, means, and methods
• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to lead clients, trades, and internal teams
• Highly organized, decisive, and solutions-oriented

Ideal Candidate Profile

• A senior-level Project Manager who can step in and contribute immediately
• A leader who raises the performance of their team and holds others accountable
• Results-driven with a strong work ethic and sense of ownership
• Comfortable making decisions and driving outcomes without constant direction
• Thrives in a growth-oriented company where everyone is expected to pull their weight
• Focused on delivering quality work efficiently, not just managing paperwork

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary range of $90,000 to $110,000, depending on experience