Project Manager III

Firstonsite Restoration; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

First Onsite Restoration is seeking an experienced Project Manager III to lead restoration and rebuild projects with accountability for quality, safety, and profitability. You will shape accurate scopes and estimates, coordinate crews and subcontractors, manage schedules and budgets, and mentor project managers and supervisors to elevate operational excellence.

You will serve as the trusted liaison for homeowners, adjusters, and insurers, ensuring clear communication and successful project

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in restoration or construction.
• Strong knowledge of restoration practices, safety standards and codes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with quality, schedule and margin accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead restoration/rebuild projects with accountability for quality, safety and profitability.
• Shape accurate scopes and estimates to set projects up for success.
• Coordinate crews and subcontractors; manage schedules and budgets.
• Mentor project managers and supervisors to raise operational excellence.

Skills

PM Experience

Restoration Knowledge

Quality & Safety

Client Communication

Mentoring

MS Office

Xactimate

IICRC WRT

IICRC FSRT

IICRC OCT

Driver License

On-call

Physical Ability

Tools

MS Office

Xactimate

Job description

Are you an experienced restoration leader who thrives on ownership, mentorship, and delivering results that inspire confidence? Do you enjoy guiding teams, building client trust, and seeing projects through from the first estimate to the final walkthrough? If so, our Project Manager (Internally known as Project Manager III) role could be your next big step! You'll lead restoration and rebuild projects with full accountability for quality, safety, and profitability while supporting the growth and development of project managers and supervisors within your team.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PROJECT MANAGER

As a Project Manager, you are the go-to leader who keeps restoration projects moving, teams motivated, and clients confident that they are in great hands. You step in early to shape accurate scopes and estimates that set every job up for success. From there, you keep projects driving forward by coordinating crews and subcontractors, managing schedules and budgets, and maintaining the highest safety and quality standards. You are the trusted point of contact for homeowners, adjusters, and insurers, providing clear communication and quick solutions whenever challenges arise. You lift others up by mentoring project managers and supervisors, sharing your expertise, and setting the bar for operational excellence. Each day, your leadership, energy, and commitment to doing things right deliver results you can be proud of while building lasting trust with clients and your team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in restoration or construction
• Strong understanding of restoration practices, construction processes, safety standards, and building codes
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with accountability for quality, schedule, and margin
• Skilled communicator with advanced problem-solving and negotiation abilities
• Demonstrated experience mentoring or leading other project managers or supervisors
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and mobile applications
• Xactimate Level 1 & 2 (Level 3 certification an asset)
• IICRC certifications in WRT, FSRT, and OCT required; AMRT and ASD considered asset
• Valid driver's license and clean driving abstract
• Must be able to participate in a rotating on-call schedule
• Ability to complete work activities which may include physical labour, material handling and lifting, climbing ladders, wearing a respirator, and working in tight spaces (attics, basements, and crawlspaces)

Who We Are

At First Onsite, the work you do every day makes a real impact. You'll help communities rebuild and families recover after unexpected events. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and RRSP matching because we believe in taking care of our people. You'll have opportunities to learn, grow, and build a lasting career across Canada in a culture that values care, collaboration, and doing the right thing. If you thrive in a team environment and want to make a meaningful difference, we'd love to hear from you.

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