Project Manager

RCS Construction Inc; Bedford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company based in Bedford, Nova Scotia, is looking for an experienced Project Manager to join their growing team. This role focuses on managing project schedules, negotiating contracts, and fostering client relationships. The ideal candidate will have over five years of project management experience with a General Contractor. The company values teamwork and offers a collaborative culture along with competitive compensation, health benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Complimentary coffee & snacks

On-site gym

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience with a General Contractor.
• Gold Seal certification is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions.
• Select trade subcontractors and coordinate activities.
• Manage project budgets and submit progress billings.
• Develop relations with clients and stakeholders.
• Ensure projects meet specifications and timelines.
• Provide leadership to the labor force.

Skills

Project management

Negotiation

Time management

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

Post-secondary education in engineering or construction management

Tools

MS Project

Jonas management

Procore

Job description

Our Projects team is growing here at rcs construction. We are on the lookout for a Project Manager to join our team based in our Bedford office. Are you seeking to gain experience in a fun, collaborative and fast paced organization, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

How you’ll spend your day:

• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements.
• Select trade subcontractors and plan, schedule and co-ordinate their activities.
• Manage project budgets and submit monthly progress billings.
• Develop and maintain positive relations with clients, consultants, architects and subcontractors.
• Communicate regularly with Site Managers and all stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are built to drawing specifications and the timely completion of all site activities.
• Provide leadership to labour force to ensure timely completion of all activities and deliverables.
• Focus on managing the project schedule along with the team through the use of MS Project.

What will help you thrive:

• Minimum of 5 years’ project management experience with a General Contractor.
• Strong negotiation, time management, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Post‑secondary education in engineering, construction management or a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Jonas management and Procore software experience would be considered an asset.
• Gold Seal certification would be considered an asset.
• Align with our core values: Accountability, Communication & Teamwork.

Why you’ll love it here:

• Our Team: Genuine, down‑to‑earth people who care about each other and the work they do
• Our Leadership: Approachable and appreciative, with a true open‑door philosophy and a commitment to supporting every team member
• Free on‑site parking
• Complimentary coffee & snacks
• On‑site gym
• Top‑of‑the‑line tech and tools to help you do your best work
• Fun on‑site events like summer BBQs, patio lunches, and Friday socials
• Memorable corporate gatherings and celebrations
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

And, of course the essentials: A competitive total compensation package, group health & dental coverage, RPP employer matched program, and access to our Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP).

If rcs sounds like your kind of workplace and this position aligns with your goals, we can’t wait to connect. Curious to learn more about life at rcs? Explore our story at www.rcsinc.ca and submit your application through the Careers page.

rcs is committed to creating a workplace where diversity is celebrated and inclusion is the norm. We strive to reflect the communities in which we live and build in. We welcome applications from individuals who identify as Indigenous, racially visible, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Applicants are encouraged to self‑identify during the online application process to help us continue building a more equitable and representative team.

rcs will provide accommodation(s) to candidates with disabilities. Please let us know in your application if you require any accommodation during the recruitment process.

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