Project Manager

Perma Corp; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Extended health, dental, and vision

Paid time off

Car Allowance for travel

Job summary

Perma Corp in Edmonton, Alberta, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead coordination and delivery of aluminum railings and miscellaneous metal products for residential projects across Alberta. You will own each project from award to close-out, coordinating estimating, drafting, fabrication, shipping, and field installation with GCs, EORs, architects, and inspectors.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of PM experience in construction or metals, strong knowledge of ABC and CSA standards,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or diploma in Construction Management or related field.
• PMP or Gold Seal certification is a plus.
• 3–5 years of project management in construction or metals.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural/structural drawings.
• Experience with contracts, change orders, and project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end project delivery from award to close-out.
• Coordinate between estimating, drafting, fabrication, shipping, and field installation.
• Maintain fabrication and installation schedules aligned with the GC’s critical path.
• Prepare project execution plans, progress reports, and budgets.
• Respond to site conditions and manage RFIs, back-charges, and retrofit work.
• Coordinate between internal teams and external stakeholders (GCs, EORs, inspectors, subcontractors).

Skills

Project scheduling

Cost tracking

Reading drawings

Team coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Diploma in Construction Management

PMP or Gold Seal (asset)

Tools

AutoCAD

Wrike

Job description

Project Manager

Project Support - Edmonton, Alberta

Department

Project Support

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the coordination and delivery of aluminum railings and other miscellaneous metal products, specializing in the low, medium, and high-rise residential construction sector with clients across Alberta.

The successful candidate will own each project from contract award through final close-out, coordinating between estimating, drafting, fabrication, shipping, and field installation while interfacing daily with general contractors, consulting engineers of record (EORs), architects, municipal building officials/inspectors, and site personnel. This role requires strong technical command of residential construction and miscellaneous metals, disciplined contract and change management, fluency in the Alberta Building Code (ABC) and applicable CSA standards, and the ability to keep shop drawings, mill orders, and installation sequences moving in lockstep with the site schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

Manage end-to-end delivery: award, drafting, fabrication, coating, shipping, installation, and close-out.

Track schedules, fabrication progress, installation, sequencing, costs, and scope changes

Issue and maintain fabrication and installation schedules aligned with the GC’s critical path.

Prepare and maintain project execution plans, installation sequence plans, progress reports, and project budgets for internal leadership and client review.

Respond to site conditions: RFIs, field-fit issues, missing/damaged pieces, back-charges, and retrofit work.

Coordinate between internal teams (estimating, drafting, fabrication shop, logistics) and external parties (GC, EOR, architect, connection engineer, inspection agencies, installation subcontractors, etc).

Contract & Change Management

Reference contract documents and specifications (CSI MasterFormat Divisions 05 12 00 and 05 50 00) throughout the project lifecycle to guide scope interpretation.

Identify and process change orders, extras, and variations promptly; coordinate billings, statutory holdback, and lien discharge under the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act (Alberta).

Issue timely written notice for schedule and scope impacts; maintain an auditable record of all correspondence to protect the company’s contractual position.

Drawing Management

Manage submission and approval of shop, installation, and fabrication drawings (AutoCAD); maintain submittal, RFI, and transmittal logs.

Prioritize concept and preliminary drawings for material on the critical path and long-lead mill material.

QA/QC shop drawings to ensure they meet the project intent.

Coordinate trade interfaces (architectural, mechanical, electrical, precast, curtain wall, elevator) to prevent clashes around embeds, penetrations, and miscellaneous attachments.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Construction Management, Business or a related discipline.

PMP (Project Management Institute) or Gold Seal Certification (Canadian Construction Association) is considered an asset

Experience

Three (3) to Five (5) years of project management experience in construction management and/or miscellaneous metals fabrication or similar

Reading and interpreting show drawing

Working knowledge of construction contracts, change order management, and other administrative project tasks

Skills & Competencies

Strong command of project scheduling, cost tracking, and scope control

Ability to read, interpret, and QA/QC structural, architectural, and miscellaneous metals drawings

Proficiency Microsoft Office suite including Excel, Work, and Outlook,

Understanding of AutoCAD and Wrike considered an asset

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Strong interpersonal skills

Sound commercial judgment to balance schedule, cost, quality, and contractual risk

Working Conditions

Based in Edmonton, Alberta, with time spent between plant and active construction sites

Occasional travel within Alberta based on job site location Must comply with Alberta Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulation, and Code, including CSA-approved PPE

Fall Protection (ESC or equivalent Alberta training) required prior to site attendance

WHMIS 2015 and Alberta OHS Supervisor training required

Comfortable working at heights, around cranes, and in active fabrication environments

Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s licence and reliable transportation required

Benefits

Performance-based annual bonus tied to project profitability and schedule performance or EBITDA

Extended health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off policy

Car Allowance for travel

Equal Opportunity & Accommodation

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the hiring process, in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Act. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.