Earthworks Project Manager – Civil & Utility Leader, Calgary

KLS Earthworks & Environmental; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package starting Day 1

Professional development

Career advancement

Collaborative team environment

Safety-first culture

Job summary

KLS Earthworks & Environmental is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead earthworks and underground utility projects around Calgary and surrounding areas. You will oversee projects from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery with top-quality results.

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, you will collaborate with field crews, clients, consultants, and regulators, while driving continuous improvement and strong client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in earthworks, civil construction, or underground utility projects.
• Strong understanding of scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and contract administration.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from award through completion, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, quality and safety requirements are met.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, engineers, municipalities, utility providers, regulatory authorities, and internal teams.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor detailed project schedules including short-term and look-ahead planning.
• Facilitate project handover meetings and ensure teams are aligned on scope and contract requirements.
• Manage project closeout activities, including deficiency resolution, documentation, and client turnover.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Construction Management

Civil Engineering Technology

Project Management

Tools

HeavyBid

HeavyJob

Vista Viewpoint

Job description

KLS Earthworks & Environmental is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead earthworks and underground utility projects around Calgary and surrounding areas. You will oversee projects from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery with top-quality results.

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, you will collaborate with field crews, clients, consultants, and regulators, while driving continuous improvement and strong client satisfaction.