Planning Manager - Heavy Civil Construction

Kiewit; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Planning Manager in Toronto to oversee the planning and scheduling of large-scale infrastructure projects. You will lead a team of planners, monitor project progress, and collaborate with stakeholders to align schedules with project goals. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of experience in construction project planning, with proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project. This position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project planning and scheduling within the construction industry.
• Proficient in planning software like Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using planning software.
• Lead the planning team and coordinate planning activities across multiple projects.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Project planning

Scheduling

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Overview

As a Planning Manager in the infrastructure construction industry, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning and scheduling of large-scale infrastructure projects such as highways, bridges, transit systems, and utilities. You will lead a team of planners and schedulers, coordinate with project managers, and provide strategic input to optimize project timelines, resource allocation, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

District Overview

Eastern Canada District's projects include highways, bridges, mass transit, mine site development & open pit operations, hydroelectric powerhouses, wind-power plants, dams & industrial. We serve the construction and mining industries and operate in Eastern Canada.

Location

This position is based on our Union Station Project in Toronto.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Lead the planning team and coordinate planning activities across multiple projects.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
• Identify potential delays and propose mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to align schedules with project goals.
• Ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations for senior management.
• Support risk management and change control processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in project planning and scheduling within the construction industry.
• Proficiency in planning software such as Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with large-scale infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, tunnels, or public transit systems.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification.
• Familiarity with infrastructure-specific planning tools and methodologies.

Working Conditions

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.