project manager, construction

Government of Canada - Western; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government body in Calgary seeks a Construction Project Manager responsible for overseeing commercial and industrial projects. The role requires 5+ years of experience, various certifications, and strong leadership skills. Candidates should excel in project budgeting, team supervision, and maintaining quality standards, ensuring all work is executed within set timelines and regulations.

Benefits

Health care plan

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Vision care benefits

Group insurance benefits

Mileage paid

Life insurance

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Qualifications

• 5 years or more experience in commercial and/or industrial construction.
• Relevant certifications like Construction Trade Certification, PMP, and first aid.
• Proficient in computer software crucial for project management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates.
• Hire and supervise activities of subcontractors.
• Plan and prepare construction schedules and monitor progress.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Tools

MS Excel

MS Outlook

MS Project

MS Word

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
• or equivalent experience

Experience

5 years or more

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Commercial and/or industrial construction

Responsibilities Tasks

• Prepare and submit construction project budget estimates
• Hire and supervise activities of subcontractors
• Plan and prepare construction schedules and milestones and monitor progress
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements
• Establish and implement policies and procedures for quality control
• Read blueprint, schemas and drawings
• Plan and manage budgets
• Direct the purchase of building materials and land acquisitions
• Develop and implement quality control programs
• Prepare reports
• Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate daily operations

Supervision

• Working groups
• Contractors

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Leadership for safety excellence course
• Construction Trade Certification
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS Project
• MS Word

Additional information Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Own vehicle

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)