Project Manager

Colas Canada; London; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in transportation infrastructure is seeking a skilled Project Manager/Estimator to manage the estimation and execution of construction projects. The role involves planning, organizing, and directing project tasks, with a focus on small bridge repair. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership and communication skills, along with relevant experience in civil construction and estimating software. This position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for growth in a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Competitive compensation package

Professional development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in civil construction.
• Experience leading small to medium-sized capital construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction-related documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage estimation and execution of construction projects.
• Oversee tendering and project budgets.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and procedures.

Skills

Estimating

Project Management

Communication

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

PMP Certification

Tools

HCSS

Bluebeam

Plant Swift

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

About Us

The Miller Group, a subsidiary of Colas Canada, is a Canadian leader in the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure since 1917.

We provide exceptional customer service and operational support using our time-proven construction methods and innovative technologies, alongside the highest quality products and materials.

We leverage our global network to foster positive relationships that make a lasting difference in the communities where we live and work. Whether it is making your commute more efficient, keeping our communities safe, or making remote areas more accessible, at Miller we are proud to Build Greatness in everything we do.

Day in the Life

We are seeking a skilled Project Manager/Estimator to join our team, responsible for the planning, organizing, directing, controlling, and evaluating the estimation and execution of construction projects, particularly in small bridge repair. This role involves managing the bid process, developing project strategies, preparing cost estimates, and ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget. The successful candidate will collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders to guarantee project success.

Key Responsibilities:

Estimating:

• Provide cost estimates for diverse project components across the project’s scope.
• Coordinate contractor estimates for the target price and ensure accuracy through collaboration with other teams.
• Organize and manage the Estimating Team's work, including quantity take-offs, procurement package preparation, comparison sheets, and risk identification.
• Specialize in civil engineering estimating tasks, including ground improvement, dewatering, piling, soil grouting, and earthwork.
• Develop strategic and competitive plans for tenders and prepare thorough, accurate estimates.
• Manage project budgets during the design phase and ensure constructability before sub-trade tendering.

Project Management:

• Plan, organize, and evaluate construction project estimations from start to finish.
• Develop and execute project strategies that meet performance, schedule, and profitability targets.
• Supervise the bid process and oversee tendering, risk assessment, and sub-trade contract awards.
• Identify and resolve issues proactively.
• Prepare preliminary and draft project schedules, as well as project forecasts for potential claims.

Health, Safety & Environment:

• Ensure a safe work environment by enforcing safety standards, policies, and procedures.

Collaboration & Communication:

• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Communicate project goals, objectives, and corrective actions effectively.
• Attend site visits, pre-bid, and pre-award meetings as necessary.
• Negotiate major purchase and subcontract agreements.

Compliance & Improvement:

• Maintain confidentiality and protect proprietary information.
• Ensure compliance with estimating processes and procedures for consistency and accuracy.
• Assist in the maintenance and upgrade of the estimating database and software.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of progressive estimating experience in civil construction or related disciplines, with at least 3 years of leading small to medium-sized capital construction projects
• Proficiency in estimating software, particularly HCSS, Bluebeam, Plant Swift, and AutoCAD
• Strong skills in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent interpersonal, listening, and communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret construction-related documents

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field
• PMP Certification

Culture

At Miller, we want every employee to feel connected, where creativity and innovation thrive, and your contributions make a real impact. Our supportive and inclusive atmosphere encourages open communication, ensuring every team member feels heard and valued. With a commitment to flexibility, opportunities for professional development, and a shared passion for excellence, we are more than just colleagues – we are a community dedicated to Building Greatness together.

If you are seeking a workplace that values employees, challenges you to reach new heights, and celebrates your achievements, Miller is the place for you. Build your career with us!

Miller is proud to provide this unique career opportunity, we offer continuous learning,opportunity for growth, anda competitive compensation package. At our core; we are our people.We succeed because we respect our people and invest in their development, safety and well-being.Miller is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion are key attributes to building greatness. Miller’s core values of Integrity and Community welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Accountability, means that we own our actions, our decisions and our results. As a Miller employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to our inclusive culture.

We will contact candidates selected for an interview. Accommodation for applications with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.