Project Manager

Robertson & Company Ltd.; London; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Robertson in London, Ontario is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead heavy civil construction projects from tender to close-out. You will oversee planning, contract administration, scheduling, subcontractor management, and financial oversight to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

This role requires 10-15+ years in heavy civil, municipal infrastructure, and water/wastewater projects, with $5M-$25M+ project experience.

Qualifications

• 10-15+ years of project management experience in heavy civil construction.
• Experience in municipal infrastructure and water/wastewater projects.
• Experience managing projects from $5M to $25M+.
• Strong subcontractor management and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full construction project lifecycle from tender to close-out.
• Develop project work plans and schedules.
• Manage contracts, bonding, insurance, and compliance.
• Coordinate stakeholders including owners, consultants, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Mentor junior staff and project coordinators.
• Lead meetings and resolve issues.
• Monitor budgets, forecasts, and profitability.

Skills

Project management

Subcontractor management

Scheduling

Budgeting

Cost control

Safety compliance

Communication

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Construction Management degree

Engineering degree

PMP / certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Senior Project Manager

Location: London, Ontario

Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Industry: Heavy Civil Construction | Municipal Infrastructure | Water/Wastewater

Position Summary

Reporting to the Project Director, the Senior Project Manager will oversee the full construction project lifecycle, from tender review through project close-out. The role is responsible for project planning, contract administration, scheduling, subcontractor management, financial oversight, stakeholder coordination, and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Construction & Tendering

• Identify and evaluate tender opportunities with senior leadership.
• Support bid reviews and subcontractor selection with estimating teams.
• Manage tender closings including pricing, references, bid bonds, and documentation.
• Finalize and submit competitive tenders.

Project Planning & Contract Administration

• Review contract documents and ensure bonding, insurance, and compliance requirements are met.
• Review LOIs, purchase orders, and subcontract agreements.
• Manage owner submissions and project documentation.
• Develop project work plans and construction schedules.
• Create and maintain baseline schedules and WBS structures.

Project Execution

• Coordinate communication between project teams, consultants, owners, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Issue site instructions, change orders, and project directives.
• Monitor project progress, quantities, schedules, and site activities.
• Conduct regular site visits and work closely with Site Supervisors.
• Lead issue resolution and maintain project momentum.

Financial Management

• Approve invoices, purchase orders, and work authorizations.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, projections, and profitability.
• Participate in monthly financial reviews with senior leadership.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead subcontractor and internal project meetings.
• Participate in owner, consultant, and design coordination meetings.
• Support project close-out including as-builts and O&M manuals.
• Mentor and support Project Coordinators and junior staff.

Required Experience

• 10-15+ years of Project Management experience within:
• Heavy Civil Construction
• Municipal Infrastructure
• Water/Wastewater Projects
• Experience managing projects ranging from $5M-$25M+.
• Proven experience overseeing full project lifecycle from pre-construction through close-out.
• Strong subcontractor management and contract administration experience.

Preferred Experience

• Complex infrastructure projects including:
• Bridges
• Culverts
• Roads
• Structural Civil Projects
• Design-Build project experience.
• Experience with municipal owners and public sector infrastructure projects.

Education & Certifications

• Degree or diploma in:
• Construction Management
• Project Management
• Engineering
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• PMP, P.Eng., Gold Seal, or related certifications considered an asset.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of:
• Construction drawings and specifications
• Contracts and procurement processes
• Scheduling and work planning
• Cost control and forecasting
• OHSA and health & safety requirements
• Proficient with:
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project)
• Google Workspace

Leadership Competencies

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Experience delegating, mentoring, and developing project teams.

Compensation & Additional Information

• Base Salary: $110,000 - $135,000
• Bonus: 8% - 15% profit-sharing based on project performance and individual contribution
• Mileage reimbursement provided.
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility for candidates located in London/Goderich.
• Initial assignment is a ~$10M provincial park infrastructure project in Goderich involving:
• Site servicing
• Water infrastructure
• Sewer infrastructure
• Wastewater treatment upgrades
• Electrical works
• Washroom building construction
• Excavation and grading
• Long-term growth opportunity supporting Greenspace's expansion throughout Southwestern Ontario.

Additional Information

Background screening is required as part of the onboarding process. The type of screening required (criminal, credit, or other verifications) will vary based on the position and client requirements.

We use AI technology as part of our application review process to assist in screening and assessment. All applications are also reviewed by our recruitment team.

Robertson is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are a certified diverse supplier and actively seek to foster a representative and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, Aboriginal status, or any other legally protected factors. Join us in building a diverse and inclusive environment.

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