Junior Project Manager

Simpcw Resources Group; Barriere; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpcw Resources Group is seeking a Junior Project Manager to support planning, coordination and execution of projects in Barriere BC or Kamloops BC. The role offers mentorship and learning with mid-complexity assignments, ideal for an emerging PM in construction management.

The candidate should have a Diploma in Civil Technology or a relevant bachelor’s degree, 3+ years in construction or project delivery, and strong MS Office and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Education aligned with civil technology or related engineering field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in construction or project delivery is preferred.
• Ability to travel to remote project locations as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, execution, monitoring, and closing of projects.
• Support development and maintenance of project plans, schedules and budgets.
• Track milestones, contract deliverables, and deadlines.
• Monitor project performance metrics including quantities and health

Skills

Communication

MS Office proficiency

Multi-tasking

Willingness to travel

Education

Diploma in Civil Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Environmental Science/Construction Management

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Cost estimating software

Scheduling software

Job description

Junior Project Manager

Located in the North Thompson Valley, Simpcw Resources Group is a community-driven organization dedicated to creating sustainable economic opportunities within the Simpcw’ulécw (Simpcw Territory). Guided by respect for the land, environment, and Simpcw culture, we deliver environmental, management, and operational services across a range of industries. We are committed to fostering self-sufficiency, supporting long-term community growth, and balancing economic development with environmental stewardship by being the major contractor and competing for work in both the public and private sectors.

SRG is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Project Manager to support the planning, coordination and execution of projects throughout Simpcw’ulécw. This position is based in our Barriere BC or Kamloops BC offices, with preference given to Barriere, and is ideal for an emerging Project Manager to work alongside our existing Construction Management and Project Management team. This opportunity offers on the job mentorship and learning opportunity to expand knowledge and experience on mid-complexity assignments. The ideal candidate will have experience with construction project coordination with a passion to gain deeper understanding of project cost control, contract administration and resource planning.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications and experience:

• Diploma in Civil Technology or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or Construction Management.
• Demonstrated equivalent work experience in a related field may be considered as acceptable alternative to education credential.
• Minimum 3 years experience in construction or project delivery, preferably acting in project coordinator or similar role, including earthworks, linear infrastructure, watercourse crossings, remediation, pipelines, or similar project nature.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent assignments with competing priorities.
• Proficient written and verbal communications.
• Proficient with MS Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Knowledge of procurement and contract administration.
• Experience with cost estimating and scheduling software is preferred.
• Understanding of complete project lifecycle from pursuit to closeout.
• Ability and willingness to travel to remote project locations and work out of town for consecutive days or rotations, as dictated by project requirements.
• Familiar with interrelationships and roles within a project team including project management, field execution, QA/QC, project controls, commercial management, safety, environmental, etc., and how contributions and decisions from one function can impact overall project delivery.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities is an asset.

In this role you will:

• Assist in the planning, execution, monitoring, and closing of projects.
• Support the development and maintenance of project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Track project milestones, contract deliverables, and deadlines.
• Monitor project performance metrics including tracking of quantities to report on progress and project health