Project Manager

PCL Construction; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Canada is looking for a Project Manager to oversee contract administration and ensure projects are delivered safely and on time. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering or construction management, along with significant experience in the construction industry. Responsibilities include managing project performance, developing safety plans, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This position offers opportunities to grow within a diverse and equitable environment as part of a committed team.

Benefits

Equitable opportunities

Inclusive environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma related to construction or engineering.
• General construction experience with leadership roles is preferred.
• Strong commitment to safety principles and culture.
• Knowledge of construction industry basics and regulations.
• Excellent planning and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall contract administration and support during the project.
• Develop and implement project safety plans.
• Ensure project execution according to budget and schedule.
• Understand client needs and provide value engineering solutions.
• Manage project performance with regular status reports.
• Negotiate subcontracts and monitor progress on schedule.
• Enforce compliance with contract documents.
• Participate in project closeout processes.
• Manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Organization

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in engineering, construction management, or a related field

Equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management software

Scheduling software

Job description

The future you want is within reach.

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We’re a community of builders committed to building better communities. That’s why we’re always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what’s next in our industry.

We’re also looking ahead at what’s next for you. We’re ready to help you build a career you’ll love — one where you get to use your best talents as you discover new ones along the way. If you can picture yourself working with a team that enjoys tackling challenges while encouraging each other to succeed, then you belong at PCL.

If you see yourself growing with PCL as a Project Manager, apply to this posting and we’ll consider you for future opportunities.

Once you apply, our recruitment team will review your application and contact you if your experience is a good fit for the position. In the meantime, sign up for our talent community so you can be the first to know about PCL opportunities.

Here’s how a Project Manager contributes to our team:

Responsibilities

• Provide overall contract administration, technical expertise, and support throughout the project.
• Develop and implement the project safety plan, promoting and adhering to health and safety practices and procedures.
• Ensure the project is executed according to design, budget, resources, quality standards, and schedule.
• Understand client needs and offer value engineering solutions to improve functionality, cost-efficiency, and schedule.
• Manage project performance and provide regular status reports covering safety, cost forecasts, and schedule updates.
• Negotiate and issue subcontracts, major purchase orders, and progress payments while monitoring progress and ensuring adherence to schedules.
• Enforce contract terms and ensure compliance with contract documents.
• Participate in project commissioning and closeout processes.
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in engineering, construction management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• General construction experience in roles of increasing responsibility, with leadership and mentoring capabilities preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of health, safety, and environmental principles, and a commitment to promoting a strong safety culture.
• Knowledge of construction industry fundamentals, including building materials, specifications, methods, procedures, and applicable regulations (e.g., construction law, building codes, safety, and quality management practices).
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills, including the ability to manage project budgets and schedules effectively.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, project management and scheduling software, and a strong aptitude for adopting new technolog

PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.

The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] with the position and location you are interested in.

Together, we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started!

Primary Location: Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Northwest Territories, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon

Job: Project Manager

Requisition: 6859