Project Manager

MKM Projects Ltd.; Qualicum Beach; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MKM Projects Ltd. in Qualicum Beach, BC, is seeking a Project Manager to lead commercial construction projects from planning through delivery. You will ensure quality, schedule adherence, budget control, and safety, while coordinating multiple trades and suppliers on site.

The role requires strong communication with clients, consultants, and internal teams, and a commitment to MKM’s IQMS-driven sustainability and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in construction management, engineering, or related field.
• Experience with commercial construction projects, contract administration, and scheduling software is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules.
• Coordinate trades and suppliers.
• Manage contracts and change orders.
• Monitor on-site work progress.
• Communicate with clients, consultants, and internal teams to keep stakeholders informed.
• Support sustainability and quality initiatives throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project Management

Planning

Budgeting

Scheduling

Stakeholder Coordination

Expediting

Quality Control

Communication

Leadership

Risk Management

Education

Diploma in Construction Management

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Construction Scheduling Software

Job description

Company Description

MKM Projects Ltd. is a commercial general contractor based in Qualicum Beach, BC, specializing in high-quality builds and a refined project experience for clients. The company is guided by a strong commitment to quality, supported by an Internal Quality Management System (IQMS) that promotes continuous improvement. MKM approaches every project with award-level standards, viewing client satisfaction as the ultimate recognition of success. In 2020, MKM received the Judges’ Choice Award from the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board for the Tofino Tourism Centre, highlighting its excellence in commercial construction. Sustainability is integral to MKM’s work, with business-smart, energy-efficient solutions incorporated into all projects, not only those seeking formal certifications.

Role Description

The Project Manager role at MKM Projects Ltd. is a full-time, on-site position based in Qualicum Beach, BC. The Project Manager oversees the planning, execution, and delivery of commercial construction projects, ensuring they meet quality, schedule, budget, and safety objectives. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing and maintaining project schedules, coordinating trades and suppliers, managing contracts and change orders, and monitoring on-site work progress. The role involves conducting inspections, resolving issues, and communicating regularly with clients, consultants, and internal teams to keep stakeholders informed and aligned. The Project Manager also supports sustainability and quality initiatives, applying MKM’s IQMS and business-smart solutions throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Project Management skills, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and stakeholder coordination.
• Candidates should possess Expeditor and Expediting experience to manage material deliveries, track orders, and mitigate supply delays.
• Candidates should possess Inspection capabilities to verify workmanship, ensure compliance with plans and codes, and support quality control.
• Candidates should possess Logistics Management skills to organize site operations, coordinate equipment and trades, and maintain efficient workflows.
• Relevant qualifications such as a diploma or degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field are beneficial.
• Experience with commercial construction projects, contract administration, and construction scheduling software is an asset.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams on-site.
• Knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and sustainable construction practices is preferred.