Project Manager

Firstonsite Restoration; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

RRSP matching

Job summary

First Onsite Restoration is seeking a Project Manager II to lead restoration projects from kickoff to completion with precision and safety. You will estimate, scope, manage budgets, and mentor junior staff while ensuring client satisfaction and profitability.

You will coordinate crews, subcontractors, and inspectors, read plans, and negotiate with clients and adjusters to keep projects on schedule. The role requires strong communication, leadership, and hands-on problem solving in a fast paced

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Project Manager or equivalent in restoration/construction.
• Experience managing multiple projects from start to finish.
• Strong knowledge of restoration practices, safety regulations, and building codes.
• Experience reading plans, developing scopes, and negotiating with clients and adjusters.
• Excellent communication, organization, and time management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, mobile apps, and Xactimate.
• IICRC WRT and FSRT certifications.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Willingness to participate in rotating on-call schedule.
• Ability to perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of restoration projects from kickoff to completion.
• Scope losses, prepare estimates, and manage budgets to maintain profitability and schedule.
• Coordinate with homeowners, adjusters, insurers, and subcontractors to keep work moving.
• Mentor junior project managers and supervisors to ensure consistency across jobs.

Skills

Project leadership

Multi-project management

Plans & scopes

Negotiation

Communication

Time management

Education

IICRC WRT

IICRC FSRT

Tools

Xactimate

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you a skilled project leader who thrives on managing work from start to finish, solving challenges, and delivering results that make a real impact? Do you take pride in leading teams, building relationships, and driving projects to completion with precision and professionalism? If that sounds like you, our Project Manager (internally known as Project Manager II) role could be your next great opportunity! You'll oversee restoration and rebuild projects from estimation to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and profitability while mentoring others and shaping the client experience.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PROJECT MANAGER

As a Project Manager, you take full ownership of every restoration project, leading from kickoff to completion with precision and purpose. You'll scope losses, prepare detailed estimates, and manage budgets to ensure every project stays profitable and on schedule. You'll keep teams, subcontractors, and resources working in sync, driving progress while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards. You'll engage directly with homeowners, adjusters, and insurers to build trust, communicate clearly, and keep expectations aligned. You'll stay ahead of potential issues, solving challenges quickly and keeping work moving without delay. You'll also mentor junior project managers and supervisors, building their skills and ensuring consistency across every job you touch. Each day, your leadership, problem‑solving, and commitment to excellence will deliver outstanding results for clients and your team alike.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Project Manager or equivalent experience in restoration or construction
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects independently from start to finish
• Strong knowledge of restoration and construction practices, safety regulations, and building codes
• Experience reading plans, developing scopes, and negotiating with clients and adjusters
• Skilled communicator with strong organization and time management abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, mobile applications, and Xactimate (Level 2 certification an asset)
• IICRC certifications: WRT and FSRT
• Valid driver's license and clean driving abstract
• Must be able to participate in a rotating on-call schedule
• Ability to complete work activities which may include physical labour, material handling and lifting, climbing ladders, wearing a respirator, and working in tight spaces (attics, basements, and crawlspaces)

Who We Are

At First Onsite, the work you do every day makes a real impact. You'll help communities rebuild and families recover after unexpected events. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and RRSP matching because we believe in taking care of our people. You'll have opportunities to learn, grow, and build a lasting career across Canada in a culture that values care, collaboration, and doing the right thing. If you thrive in a team environment and want to make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Let's Rebuild Together

First Onsite is committed to handling your personal information in accordance with applicable federal and provincial privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) and any other relevant privacy legislation in your province or territory. If you have questions about how your personal information is handled, or if you wish to request access to your information, please contact our HR Department.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Ontario Human Rights Code, First Onsite Restoration will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources or the Hiring Manager of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.