Junior Project Manager

Meridia Recruitment; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherubini Group of Companies in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, is seeking a Junior Project Manager to support the delivery of steel fabrication projects from award to completion. You will work with Senior PMs and Coordinators, gaining hands-on experience in contracts, fabrication processes, and client relations.

This entry-level role is ideal for early-career professionals who are eager to learn, take on responsibility, and thrive in a collaborative fabrication and construction environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years in steel fabrication, construction, engineering, or project coordination (co‑op/internship acceptable).
• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety and support Cherubini’s Safety Program.
• Assist with project budgeting, cost tracking, and basic financial reporting.
• Develop understanding of project contracts, drawings, and specs; review shop drawings and erection plans.
• Support customer relationships through professional communication and follow-up.
• Assist with project documentation, records, and close-out activities.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering/Construction Mgmt degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Junior Project Manager

Location: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

TP-CGC-9383

The Cherubini Group of Companies (Cherubini) is a Dartmouth-based leader in steel fabrication, widely recognized for delivering complex bridges, buildings, and infrastructure projects. As one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, Cherubini brings more than fifty years of expertise, modern fabrication facilities, and an unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and safety. The organization plays a vital role in transportation, industrial, and renewable energy projects across Atlantic Canada's beyond.

Role Description

The Junior Project Manager supports the successful delivery of steel fabrication projects from contract award through completion. Working closely with Senior Project Managers and Project Coordinators, this role develops hands-on experience in the technical, financial, and operational aspects of projects. You will gain exposure to contract management, fabrication processes, and client relations, building a strong foundation for a career in project management.

This role is ideal for early-career professionals who are motivated to learn, eager to take on responsibility, and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced construction and fabrication environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Safety – Support Cherubini’s Safety Program by promoting safe work practices and contributing to a culture of health and wellbeing in the office, shop, and on project sites. Follow established safety procedures and reinforce safety expectations during project activities.
• Finance – Assist with project budgeting, cost tracking, and basic financial reporting under the guidance of a Senior Project Manager. Support the preparation of progress billings, track contract changes, and assist with purchasing requisitions and invoice reviews in accordance with project budgets and authorization limits.
• Technical – Develop a working knowledge of project contracts, drawings, and specifications. Assist with the review and coordination of shop drawings and erection plans. Prepare and track requests for information (RFIs), support document control, and help issue work packages to the shop floor.
• Leadership – Support customer relationships through professional communication and timely follow-up. Collaborate with Project Managers, Project Coordinators, shop personnel, and site teams to help monitor progress and resolve issues. Participate in shop and site visits to gain hands-on exposure to fabrication and construction activities.
• Administration – Assist with project documentation, record keeping, and close-out activities. Support the solicitation and review of supplier and sub-trade quotations. Help coordinate purchasing activities to ensure materials and services align with project requirements, schedules, and budgets.

Your Qualifications

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented early-career professional who is interested in steel fabrication and project management. The successful candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.

Your qualifications include:

• 1-3 years of experience in steel fabrication, construction, engineering, or project coordination, or a relevant co-op/internship background. Experience in steel fabrication is strongly preferred.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of steel fabrication processes, terminology, and shop workflows.
• Basic understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, clients, and suppliers.
• Comfort using project management software and standard office applications to track documents, schedules, and costs.
• Awareness of workplace safety practices and a willingness to learn applicable regulatory requirements, including the Nova Scotia OH&S Act.
• Must be able to work on-site at Cherubini's Dartmouth, Nova Scotia office.

Why Cherubini?

This is an opportunity to launch and grow your project management career with one of Atlantic Canada's most respected structural steel fabricators. At Cherubini, Junior Project Managers work alongside experienced professionals, gaining hands-on exposure to complex bridge and building projects while developing core project management skills. With modern facilities, a strong safety culture, structured mentorship, and the stability of a Canada's Best Managed Company, Cherubini offers a supportive environment for professional growth and long‑term career development.