Project Manager

Chandos Construction; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

RRSP matching

Educational assistance

Leadership conferences

Bonuses and salary reviews

Job summary

Chandos Construction seeks a Project Manager to lead complex commercial and institutional projects in Calgary from start to finish. You will own planning, execution, and close-out, coordinating resources, budgets, and schedules while maintaining client relationships and safety standards.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a track record of on-site delivery. Join a 100% employee-owned company committed to inclusion and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct project management experience in commercial or institutional construction.
• Experience managing projects from ground up in mid-size to large GC environments.
• Degree or diploma in engineering, construction management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects through all phases: planning, procurement, execution, close-out.
• Coordinate and enforce Chandos systems: Production System, Project Execution Plan, Quality Management, Health & Safety.
• Develop and track detailed schedules, budgets, and forecasts; manage procurement and subcontractors.
• Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships and ensure safety and quality standards on site.
• Coach and support project teams to foster collaboration and accountability.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Site travel

Education

Engineering/Construction management degree

Job description

We are Chandos

Company Description

We are Chandos

Inclusion, collaboration, innovation and courage.

These values speak to our desire to create places where all people belong, listening and learning from one another in a way that sparks ideas and leads to positive changes in our industry and community. They also demonstrate our commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture. And, if they resonate with you too, we should talk!

We are 100 percent employee owned and proud to be the first and largest B Corp certified national technical builder in North America, meaning we put our values at the centre of everything we do.

Continuous improvement is core to our success. Championing innovative and collaborative ways to build is just one example of that. Collaborative construction leads to more efficiency, cost savings, social value, and a much better working experience for everyone.

Every day, our teams are working to build places for people to live, work, learn, serve, and play. But above all, we’re building community. And, we’re looking for like-minded people to join us. Together, we can build a better world.

Job Description

At Chandos, our Project Managers are at the heart of everything we build. They take full ownership of their projects - leading teams, managing resources, and ensuring success from start to finish. This role is responsible for delivering projects on time, on budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards, all while maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.

What You’ll Do

As a Project Manager, you will:

• Lead projects through all phases - planning, procurement, execution, and close-out
• Integrate and champion Chandos systems: Production System, Project Execution Plan, Quality Management, and Health & Safety
• Forecasting
• Support estimating during tenders and oversee the subtrade buy-out process
• Finalize contracts, optimize purchasing strategies, and manage procurement activities
• Develop and track detailed project schedules, budgets, and forecasts
• Oversee subcontractor coordination, RFIs, invoices, change orders, and documentation
• Ensure quality standards and safe work practices are upheld on site
• Build strong client relationships and act as the main point of contact for stakeholders
• Lead, coach, and support project teams while fostering collaboration and accountability
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement effective contingency plans
• Conduct project reviews to capture lessons learned and improve future performance

Qualifications

What You Bring

• Must have proven experience managing commercial or institutional construction projects from start to finish with 5 or more years of direct work experience in a project role for a mid-size to large general contractor (GC)
• Must have experience managing the project from ground up.
• You possess a post-secondary degree/diploma in engineering or construction management or related discipline (equivalent of education and experience may be considered)
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, budgets, scheduling, and cost control
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to manage diverse teams and stakeholders
• Ability to think critically, solve problems, and drive results in a fast-paced environment
• A collaborative mindset with a focus on safety, quality, and client satisfaction
• Are flexible in your ability to travel to sites on occasion

Additional Information

Chandos is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and this includes our recruitment and hiring process.

We recognize that our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent. We nurture talent. And then we give people the tools they need to use their talent to create a positive impact.

• We are 100% employee owned. Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only one class of units at Chandos, because we believe everyone should be treated equal. We talk about being an entrepreneurial-minded organization and you can be sure we mean it!
• Competitive wages
• Well rounded employer paid benefits program including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program
• RRSP matching program to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security
• Educational assistance for employees who wish to pursue job-performance enhancing education
• Recognition and annual salary reviews program
• Leadership conferences that allow employees to connect and collaborate
• Regular company-wide engagement opportunities

Vacancy Status

We are actively recruiting for this position

AI Disclosure Statement: Chandos is committed to transparent recruitment. Our internal team does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants, although we do use AI tools for administrative interview transcription and AI tools may be integrated or embedded in third-party platforms and software. Some of Chandos' external staffing partners may use AI to screen, assess, or select candidates during their initial workflows. All final hiring decisions at Chandos are made personally by our hiring team.

The base salary range for this role is listed above and may vary based on your experience. This position also includes a competitive bonus program. Throughout the interview process, we’ll discuss your background to determine the best alignment for your experience level.