Project Manager - Construction

BOREA CONSTRUCTION; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks of vacation starting on day one

Competitive group insurance benefits

Group RRSP with employer matching

Employee Share Ownership Program

Support for professional development

Monthly cellphone allowance

Various mobility allowances

Job summary

BOREA CONSTRUCTION is seeking a dedicated Project Manager to oversee construction projects from planning to completion. This full-time position requires geographical mobility and strong leadership skills in a solar development environment.

Key qualifications include a degree in engineering and 8+ years in civil construction, with strong negotiation and project management capabilities. Numerous benefits such as vacation, insurance, and mobility allowances are included as part of the employment package.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in the civil construction industry.
• 5+ years of experience within the solar construction industry.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Plan the project tasks and organize the master schedule.
• Responsible for controlling costs and managing the project.
• Coordinate work in collaboration with the project team.

Skills

Excellent communication skills both verbally and written in English

Well‑developed management skills

Negotiation skills

Problem‑solving skills

Ability to exercise initiative and leadership

Excellent team management and conflict resolution skills

Geographical mobility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Construction Engineering

Member of a Professional Engineering Association

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

Find the right energy here and come generate something big with us!

Under the supervision of the Construction Director, the Project Manager plans, executes and successfully completes assigned projects within the allotted time and budget. The PM ensures the comprehensive supervision and coordination of all the steps of a construction project, namely collaboration with Health and Safety, planning, quality, cost, relation with client, vendor, landowner and collaboration with subcontractors.

This role is based on construction site on a full‑time basis. This role therefore requires a high level of geographic mobility, as well as availability to work on a rotational schedule, based on project needs.

To facilitate mobility, employees residing more than 120 km from the work site will be mobilized on site and may be eligible for certain benefits, in accordance with the company’s policies.

Do you have what it takes? Positive energy and …

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study i.e., Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Construction Engineering;
• Member of a Professional Engineering Association;
• 8+ years of experience in the civil construction industry;
• 5+ years of experience within the solar construction industry;
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and written in English;
• Well‑developed management, negotiation and problem‑solving skills;
• Ability to exercise initiative, autonomy and leadership;
• Excellent team management and conflict resolution skills;
• High administrative rigor and geographical mobility;
• Valid driver’s license;
• Ability to adapt to high‑stress environments and weather fluctuations (construction site);
• Advanced experience with using Microsoft office suite, i.e., MS Project, Office, Excel, etc., and project management tools;

What You Will Do To Complete This Mission Successfully

• Company representative on site;
• Responsible for planning the project tasks, organizing the master schedule, proceeding with the work estimate, contract award, controlling costs, managing the project and supervising the project team;
• Ensure good relations with the community, the client, the vendors and the project team;
• Coordinate work in collaboration with the project team;
• Establish work methods in collaboration with the Site Manager and the Superintendents;
• Negotiate and approve the selection of major contractors in collaboration with the upper management;
• Manage procurement;
• Organize and conduct construction site meetings as required;
• Participate in meetings with the client and circulate information required for smooth operations on site;
• Organize internal meetings to effectively communicate relevant information, and coordinate resources, including subcontractors;
• Hold power to stop any activity carried out by Borea Construction workers that is considered non‑compliant;
• Perform administrative follow‑up—costs, productivity, contingencies, contracts, etc.;
• Perform technical follow‑up—technical data sheets, inspections, etc.;
• Follow up on notices of change—estimation, bid to client, negotiation, issuance of orders and/or of contract;
• Follow up on payments with accounts payable department and accounts receivable department;
• Authorize payments to subcontractors and suppliers;
• Perform guarantee follow‑up;
• Coordinate preliminary inspection of the work in collaboration with the superintendents;
• Coordinate pre‑operational verification in collaboration with the superintendents;
• Deliver the project in collaboration with the Superintendents and obtain clients’ final acceptance;
• Report performance indicators to Senior Management.

Benefits

• A minimum of 4 weeks of vacation starting on day one;
• Personal days you can use whenever you need them;
• A competitive group insurance benefits package;
• Group RRSP with up to 5% employer matching;
• Employee Share Ownership Program – become a partner in our success;
• Support for your professional development and career growth;
• Monthly cellphone allowance;
• Various mobility allowances and premiums to support your work;

Borea’s values are deeply rooted in the energy landscape. We take care of each other, ensuring that our teams thrive in a healthy and safe environment. With passion and perseverance, we embrace the challenges that come our way. Borea, in collaboration with its various solar and wind construction partners, is committed to finding increasingly innovative solutions with the goal to commit to quality and responsibly and sustainably energizing future generations.

Borea Construction is committed to fostering a diverse and representative workforce and an inclusive workplace where all employees are treated equitably. We recognize that structural barriers shape professional experiences and qualifications. For this reason, we encourage individuals to apply even if they feel the position may be out of reach.