Pre-Construction Manager

North America Construction LTD; Morriston; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Ontario is seeking a skilled Pre-Construction Manager for their alternate delivery projects. This role involves leading pre-construction phases, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring project alignment with client and stakeholder expectations. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in construction management, particularly in water and wastewater projects, and strong leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in construction, preferably with exposure to water and wastewater treatment plant projects.
• At least 5 years of experience working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Proven project management experience with a strong ability to coordinate pre-construction phases.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate effective planning and coordination meetings.
• Oversee pre-construction and design development phase of projects.
• Develop and maintain milestone schedules, ensuring accountability for deadlines.

Skills

Construction Management

Team Coordination

Risk Management

Strategic Decision Making

Communication

Job description

The Pre-Construction Manager – Alternate Delivery Projects, is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the pre-construction and design phases of complex infrastructure projects, with a primary focus on collaborative delivery models such as Design-Build. This individual plays a key leadership role in the early stages of project development—coordinating with internal teams, design partners, and clients to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, risk management, and deliverables.

The Pre-Construction Manager will oversee the integration of design, estimating, and scheduling efforts to ensure project goals are met prior to construction mobilization. This role requires strong communication and decision-making skills, a deep understanding of construction processes, and the ability to drive results in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate effective planning and coordination meetings with internal and external stakeholders
• Oversee the complete pre-construction and design development phase of alternate delivery projects from concept to execution
• Exercise sound judgment and make informed, strategic decisions that support project goals and client expectations
• Direct and coordinate a cross-functional team, including Engineers, Architects, Estimators, and Project Coordinators, to ensure alignment and project success
• Identify, track, and manage project risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle
• Develop and maintain milestone schedules, holding team members and partners accountable for meeting key deadlines
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in construction, preferably with exposure to water and wastewater treatment plant projects (considered a strong asset)
• At least 5 years of experience working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams in a collaborative environment
• In-depth understanding of collaborative and alternate project delivery models (e.g., Design-Build)
• Proven project management experience with a strong ability to coordinate pre-construction phases and stakeholder engagement
• Willingness and ability to travel across Southern Ontario for client meetings and site visits (approximately twice per month), including overnight stays (fully reimbursable)