Project Manager

ATS Traffic; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ATS Traffic is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Estimating and Project Management team in Edmonton. This role oversees turnkey installation projects across Canada, coordinating bids, budgets, procurement, and site activities to ensure safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery.

You will lead kickoff and site meetings, mentor coordinators and co‑ops, and apply PMBOK practices to optimize project performance and communication with clients and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Civil, Mechanical or Construction Engineering Degree, related Technical degree or equivalent experience in roadbuilding and heavy construction.
• 5 years of relevant experience in civil construction or highway infrastructure, preferably involving road signs, guardrail, high-tension cable barriers, or overhead sign structures, including their design, foundations, and installation.
• Must have prior experience as a project coordinator or project manager in related construction areas.
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Able to work under pressure and tight timelines.
• Flexibility to travel.
• Team player with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Must be resourceful, initiative and thinks outside the box.
• Ability to resolve project issues and conflicts.
• Ability to successfully perform tasks with very minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and submission of accurate, competitive bids aligned with project scope and risk.
• Manage project billing and invoicing, including their timely preparation and submission in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Lead and participate in project kickoff meetings and site meetings, representing ATS with professionalism and clarity.
• Proactively manage project budgets, monitor costs, and implement controls to ensure delivery within approved financial targets.
• Coordinate procurement activities, including material tracking, purchase orders, and supplier performance.
• Facilitate internal kickoff meetings with Installation teams to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and execution strategy.
• Act as the primary liaison between owners, contractors, and internal installation teams to ensure clear communication around schedule, issue resolution and resource planning.
• Manage subcontractor scope, performance, and costs to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Identify, elevate, and resolve project risks, obstacles, and contractual challenges in a timely and collaborative manner.
• Prepare, review, and submit all required project documentation, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Provide mentorship and support to Project Coordinators and Co-op Students to enhance team capability and performance.
• Apply PMBOK principles, tools, and best practices to effectively plan, execute, monitor, and close projects

Skills

Communication

Team player

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Civil Engineering degree or technical training

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Requisition Number: PROJE002519

Posted : August 20, 2026

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Edmonton
9015 14 Street NW
Edmonton, AB T6P0C9, CAN

Description

Location: Edmonton

Status: Permanent, Full-Time, Monday to Friday (40 hours per week), 8AM to 4:30PM.

Reports To: Manager, Estimating and Project Management

About ATS Traffic

ATS Traffic is a family-owned business that has been getting people home safely since 1966. We provide traffic control, on-street services and signage products and services across Canada, currently operating out of offices in Edmonton, Calgary, Regina, Saskatoon, Langley, Kamloops, Winnipeg, Brandon and Mississauga.

As the successful candidate you will demonstrate the ATS Traffic Core Values at work every day:

• Do What’s Right
• Our People Matter
• Trust Through Teamwork
• Striving for Excellence

About the Position

ATS Traffic is looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our Estimating and Project Management team!

This position is accountable for supporting the growth of the E&PM team’s turnkey installation business across key locations in Canada. The role is primarily responsible for managing and coordinating installation projects from bid through execution, ensuring work is delivered safely, on time, and within budget. This includes planning resources, overseeing project performance, submitting progress billing, and maintaining strong communication with internal teams and clients. The position also supports the preparation of competitive and accurate estimates for installation opportunities to enable successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation and submission of accurate, competitive bids aligned with project scope and risk.
• Manage project billing and invoicing, including their timely preparation and submission in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Lead and participate in project kickoff meetings and site meetings, representing ATS with professionalism and clarity.
• Proactively manage project budgets, monitor costs, and implement controls to ensure delivery within approved financial targets.
• Coordinate procurement activities, including material tracking, purchase orders, and supplier performance.
• Facilitate internal kickoff meetings with Installation teams to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and execution strategy.
• Act as the primary liaison between owners, contractors, and internal installation teams to ensure clear communication around schedule, issue resolution and resource planning.
• Manage subcontractor scope, performance, and costs to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Identify, elevate, and resolve project risks, obstacles, and contractual challenges in a timely and collaborative manner.
• Prepare, review, and submit all required project documentation, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Provide mentorship and support to Project Coordinators and Co-op Students to enhance team capability and performance.
• Apply PMBOK principles, tools, and best practices to effectively plan, execute, monitor, and close projects

Qualifications

• Civil, Mechanical or Construction Engineering Degree, related Technical degree or equivalent experience in roadbuilding and heavy construction.
• 5 years of relevant experience in civil construction or highway infrastructure, preferably involving road signs, guardrail, high-tension cable barriers, or overhead sign structures, including their design, foundations, and installation..
• Must have prior experience as a project coordinator or project manager in related construction areas.
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Able to work under pressure and tight timelines.
• Flexibility to travel.
• Team player with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Must be resourceful, initiative and thinks outside the box.
• Ability to resolve project issues and conflicts.
• Ability to successfully perform tasks with very minimal supervision.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Education

Preferred

Bachelor's degree or better in Construction Management Services.

Technical/other training or better in Civil Engineering.