Project Manager, Foundations

Ledcor; Nisku; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking an experienced Project Manager for foundations and heavy civil construction in the Leduc/Nisku region. You will lead all aspects of project execution, oversee scheduling, budgeting, and resource management, and manage client relationships from kickoff to closeout.

The role requires a strong background in foundations, piling, and ground improvement, with a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in foundations, piling, ground improvement, or heavy civil.
• Strong knowledge of project controls: budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, reporting, contract administration.
• Experience managing project financials, change orders, claims, and client relationships.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6, Excel, and document management systems.
• Strong leadership and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of project execution, including planning, coordination, budgeting, scheduling, and resource management
• Manage project financial performance, including cost control, forecasting, change management, and profitability
• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules to ensure milestones and client commitments are achieved
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams, working closely with superintendents, field staff, subcontractors, and consultants
• Manage client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact throughout project execution
• Oversee project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, progress reports, and contract correspondence
• Administer subcontract agreements and supplier contracts, ensuring compliance with project requirements and commercial obligations
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to support successful project outcomes
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contract requirements, safety standards, and quality expectations
• Support project start-up, execution, and closeout activities while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence

Skills

Project leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

Scheduling & planning

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Excel

Document management systems

Job description

Description

Our Foundations division is growing, and we’re delivering complex piling, deep foundations, and ground improvement projects across the region. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with strong foundations and heavy civil construction expertise.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of project execution, including planning, coordination, budgeting, scheduling, and resource management


• Manage project financial performance, including cost control, forecasting, change management, and profitability


• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules to ensure milestones and client commitments are achieved


• Provide leadership and direction to project teams, working closely with superintendents, field staff, subcontractors, and consultants


• Manage client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact throughout project execution


• Oversee project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, progress reports, and contract correspondence


• Administer subcontract agreements and supplier contracts, ensuring compliance with project requirements and commercial obligations


• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to support successful project outcomes


• Ensure compliance with company policies, contract requirements, safety standards, and quality expectations


• Support project start-up, execution, and closeout activities while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline


• 7+ years of progressive experience managing foundations, piling, ground improvement, or heavy civil construction projects


• Strong understanding of project controls processes including budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, reporting, and contract administration


• Experience managing project financials, change orders, claims, and client relationships


• Proficiency with construction management software, Primavera P6, Excel, and document management systems


• Strong knowledge of foundations construction methods including piling, drilling, shoring, and ground improvement techniques


• Proven leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build strong internal and external relationships

Work Conditions:

• This is a site based position while leading a project

Additional Information

The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

3925 8 Street, Nisku, AB