Project Manager

ProFound Talent Inc.; Edmonton; Sur place; CAD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Kemway Group of Companies in Edmonton, Alberta, seeks a Project Manager to drive delivery from pre-construction through completion. You will review designs, own budgets, and lead scheduling with the Site Superintendent to keep projects on time and within budget.

The role requires strong financial acumen, MS Office proficiency, and excellent client communication. This is a hands-on position in a small, collaborative team focused on quality and reliability in light industrial and commercial builds.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in construction management or a related field is required.
• Journeyman trades background or PM experience in construction is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office with strong Excel skills and comfort with numbers and financial data.

Responsabilités

• Lead pre-construction handoff and manage the project from design to completion.
• Review blueprints and ensure scope and requirements are understood.
• Develop and manage the project schedule with the Site Superintendent.
• Own estimation and budget management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Source and contract sub-trades and manage relationships.
• Maintain professional communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Ensure on-time, within-budget project delivery and effective issue resolution.
• Lead with influence in a small, entrepreneurial team.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Scheduling

Formation

Post-secondary education in construction mgmt or related field

Outils

MS Office

Excel

Description du poste

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THE ORGANIZATION

Our client, Kemway Group of Companies, has been a trusted name in Edmonton’s construction industry since 1990. As a leading General Contractor, Kemway is recognized for its expertise in design-build and light industrial construction. In 2022, the company expanded its operations by launching a Property Management division, serving industrial and commercial clients. With growth plans and a commitment to leadership in the light industrial sector, Kemway continues to foster innovation, creativity, and forward-thinking across its team.

Over more than three decades of continuous growth, Kemway has earned a reputation for integrity, quality, and collaboration. The company’s success is built on a strong team-based culture that emphasizes transparency, professionalism, and excellence in every project. This dedication to people and performance has been recognized through multiple industry accolades, including the 2015 and 2016 Contractor of the Year Awards. As the organization continues to grow, maintaining its collaborative and values-driven culture remains central to its identity and long‑term success.

Kemway Group of Companies celebrate successes, share knowledge, and discuss new ideas to bring innovation to the table. Their team is the ore of their business – their people are the foundation for the relationships that make Kemway great.

For more information, please visit http://kemway.com

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Project Manager will join the Project Management team within Kemway and report directly to the Chief Executive Officer. This role sits at the center of Kemway's project delivery, taking on secured work from pre-construction and owning it through to successful, on-time, on-budget completion.

The Project Manager will review blueprints and design documentation early to catch potential flaws before they become costly problems, then work closely alongside the Site Superintendent to manage scheduling and keep execution on track. This individual will also own estimation and budget management, source and contract sub-trades, and serve as the primary point of contact for both clients and sub-trades throughout the life of a project.

Kemway's culture is entrepreneurial and collaborative, and this role suits someone who thrives in a smaller, close-knit company where relationships and hands‑on ownership matter more than hierarchy. At any given time, the Project Manager will typically carry 1 to 3 projects, ranging from commercial and industrial renovations to larger, more complex builds, with the largest projects generally not exceeding $50 M annually.

Success in this role requires strong financial acumen, comfort with technology (including MS Office and ERP systems), sharp critical thinking, and the ability to communicate clearly and professionally with clients and stakeholders alike. Above all, Kemway is looking for a strong, influential leader who brings genuine passion to their work and to the customer experience that sits at the heart of Kemway's success.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Given the pivotal role this individual will be expected to play in achieving the strategic objectives of the company and in supporting the success of the organization, it is essential that the successful candidate possess the following core competencies, experience, and attributes:

Pre‑Construction and Project Handoff

• Work closely with the pre‑construction team at project initiation to ensure a smooth and complete handoff.
• Take full ownership of the project once it transitions from pre‑construction, carrying it through to successful execution.
• Review blueprints and design documentation thoroughly to confirm scope and requirements are well understood.

Design Review and Quality Assurance

• Review blueprints and drawings to identify design flaws or inconsistencies before construction begins.
• Flag and resolve potential issues early in collaboration with the appropriate stakeholders.
• Ensure design intent is carried through accurately during execution.

Project Scheduling

• Work alongside the Site Superintendent to develop and manage the project schedule.
• Monitor progress against the schedule to keep the project on track for on‑time completion.
• Proactively identify and address scheduling risks or delays.
• Manage scheduling challenges as they arise, such as sub‑trades not showing up as planned, quickly problem‑solving and adjusting to keep the project on pace, on time, and on budget.

Estimation and Budget Ownership

• Own the project estimation process and take full responsibility for budget management.
• Track costs closely to ensure the project remains on budget throughout its lifecycle.
• Apply strong financial acumen to make sound, informed decisions on project spend.

Sub‑Trade Sourcing and Contracting

• Source and contract sub‑trades required for successful project execution.
• Manage sub‑trade relationships and performance throughout the project.

Client and Stakeholder Communication

• Serve as the direct point of contact for clients, maintaining clear, professional, and confident communication.
• Communicate directly with sub‑trades to ensure alignment and smooth coordination.
• Articulate project updates, decisions, and issues effectively to all parties involved.

Project Execution

• Ensure the project is completed effectively, meeting expectations for schedule, budget, and quality.
• Apply critical thinking to solve problems as they arise throughout the project.
• Lead with strong influence to keep teams and stakeholders aligned and motivated.

FIRST YEAR – MEASURES OF SUCCESS

• You are viewed as a strong, capable leader by the Site Superintendent team, earning their confidence through consistent follow‑through and sound decision‑making.
• Leadership consistently receives feedback that you are on top of project details, with strong accuracy in scheduling, budgeting, and reporting.
• You integrate well within Kemway's small, close‑knit, entrepreneurial team, building genuine working relationships across the organization.
• Projects are consistently delivered on schedule and within budget, even when navigating unexpected challenges.

THE INDIVIDUAL

Given the pivotal role this individual will be expected to play in achieving the strategic objectives of the company and in supporting the success of the organization, it is essential that the successful candidate possess the following core competencies, experience, and attributes:

Education

• Post‑secondary education in a related field, such as construction management, engineering, a construction‑related trade or business is required.

Experience

• A journeyman trades background, such as a carpenter, would be considered an ideal fit given the practical, on‑the‑ground perspective it brings to project execution with a requirement to be proficient in technology.
• Alternatively, experience in a Project Management role within the construction or sub‑trade industry would be ideal.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, with an eye for detail and an understanding of how a change in one area of a project can have a cause‑and‑effect impact elsewhere.
• Must have proficiency in MS Office, including strong Excel skills, with comfort working with numbers and financial data.

COMPENSATION

An excellent compensation package awaits the successful candidate.

LOCATION

Edmonton, Alberta

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position will be in‑office with some local on‑site travel within Edmonton and area. A vehicle is a requirement of this role.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

ProFound Talent is a woman owned and operated business, recognized and certified by Women Business Enterprise (WBE). We pride ourselves in supporting equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives in our recruitment processes and in our work environment, where every individual feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals to which you may confidentially share your accommodation needs at time of application. We will adjust our processes to ensure you have an inclusive, fair, and respectful experience that allows you to represent yourself in your unique and most authentic way.