Project Manager, Heavy Civil - Future Opportunities

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Construction, Inc. in Canada is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead large construction projects and act as the main client contact. You will guide project staff, ensure safe, on-time, and on-budget execution, and drive outcomes through strategic planning and effective leadership.

You will oversee daily operations, manage risks and changes, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver successful project results and continuous improvement across the program.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant work experience in multi-discipline construction projects.
• Professional Engineering designation and/or Journeyperson certification is an asset.
• Knowledge of construction documents, drawings, specifications, current construction practices and methodology.
• Strong negotiation/management skills.
• Knowledge of financial aspects of project management including estimating, budgeting, cost controls, and reporting.
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with multiple stakeholders, understand and interpret stakeholder needs, and identify solutions to non-routine queries using both verbal and writing skills.
• Capable of anticipating constructability issues in moderate to complex situations and creating solutions in the construction plan and schedule.
• A track record of building successful teams and promoting teamwork through motivating, coaching and consensus-building.
• Strong organizational and planning skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire project staff while serving as main client contact.
• Oversee safety, health, and environmental protection on the project.
• Manage construction schedule with the project team to meet milestones.
• Lead project meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify and manage schedule and financial risks to optimize outcomes.
• Monitor performance via schedules, productivity and budget KPIs.
• Manage project changes and contractual risks.
• Track finances including forecasts and billings.
• Improve processes, training, and personnel management.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Safety & ENV

Budgeting

Scheduling

Negotiation

Risk management

Team leadership

Education

Professional Engineering designation or Journeyperson certification

Job description

Description

We’re seeking a seasoned Project Manager with extensive experience in large construction projects to lead our dynamic team. As the Project Manager, you’ll step into a leadership role where you'll guide and inspire project staff while serving as the main point of contact for our valued clients. You’ll oversee the seamless execution of daily operations, ensuring that every project runs smoothly, safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Your problem-solving expertise and innovative mindset will be key as you develop and implement strategic plans to overcome challenges and drive project success.

Essential Responsibilities

• Demonstrates leadership in health, safety and environmental protection on the project


• Provides strong leadership to construction team members, capitalizing on individual and group strengths to ensure project targets are achieved


• Accountable for the construction schedule in conjunction with project team to meet milestones and completion dates


• Leads project meetings with internal and external stakeholders to monitor and support the project’s ongoing progression


• Identifies and manages opportunities and risks to achieve the best possible outcome for schedule and financial targets


• Monitors project performance through regular reviews of functional schedules, project productivities and budget KPI’s


• Manages all risks and changes associated with the project contractual agreement


• Maintains, tracks, and reports all financial aspects of project including forecasts and billings


• Management of work processes and procedures relating to associated process improvements, training and personnel

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant work experience in multi-discipline construction projects


• Professional Engineering, Technology designation and/or Journeyperson certification is an asset


• Comprehensive knowledge of construction documents, drawings, specifications, current construction practices and methodology


• Strong negotiation/management skills


• Knowledge of financial aspects of project management including estimating, budgeting, cost controls, and reporting


• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with multiple stakeholders, understand and interpret stakeholder needs, and identify solutions to non-routine queries using both verbal and writing skills


• Capable of anticipating constructability issues in moderate to complex situations and creating solutions in the construction plan and schedule


• A track record of building successful teams and promoting teamwork through motivating, coaching and consensus-building


• Strong organizational and planning skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Work Conditions

• Site based position

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.