Project Manager - Major Projects

Pomerleau; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Hybrid work

Stock ownership program

Career growth opportunities

Transit pass reimbursement

4 weeks vacation

Job summary

Pomerleau is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to oversee major projects in Canada, driving planning, budgeting, and scheduling while coordinating design, engineering, and subcontractor activities on site. You will lead stakeholder communications, enforce regulatory compliance, and ensure delivery within scope and timelines.

Ideal candidates have a PMP or equivalent, 10+ years of PM experience in construction, and strong leadership, negotiation, and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Construction Engineering.
• PMP certification or equivalent is a plus.
• 10+ years of construction project management experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and control operations and production activities to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Coordinate execution methods and construction activities per regulations.
• Provide recommendations on design/engineering issues within scope.
• Develop and monitor project budgets and variances.
• Establish schedules and critical paths with daily follow-up.
• Obtain all permits and authorizations for project execution.
• Negotiate and award subcontract agreements.
• Manage project changes and cost recovery.
• Coordinate procurement of critical materials.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Team management

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related field

PMP certification or equivalent

Job description

As part of Pomerleau’s Major Projects team, you will manage multiple activities and schedules to gain a clear understanding of client, team, and project needs. Working on large-scale construction projects ranging from $250 million to over $1 billion, you will play a critical role in stakeholder communications, resource planning, and the oversight of various administrative and operational activities.

What you will do :

• Plan, organize, direct, and control the operations and production activities within your area of responsibility to ensure project deadlines, budgets, and objectives are met, in collaboration with other project sectors and departments.
• Organize and coordinate execution methods and all construction activities, whether self-performed or subcontracted, in compliance with contractual requirements and applicable regulations.
• Alert project management of issues related to design and engineering deliverables that fall outside your scope of responsibility. Proactively contribute recommendations and solutions regarding design and engineering activities.
• Develop and monitor project budgets, analyze variances, and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Establish project schedules, detailed work plans, and/or critical paths, and ensure their daily monitoring and follow-up.
• Ensure all permits and authorizations required for project execution are obtained.
• Negotiate and award subcontract agreements.
• Manage project changes with stakeholders and pursue associated cost recovery and claims.
• Coordinate and participate in various project meetings.
• Manage interfaces and subcontractor coordination, with the authority to stop work when deemed necessary.
• Coordinate the procurement of critical materials, negotiate pricing, and prepare subcontract documentation in collaboration with the Construction Director.
• Identify and coordinate workforce requirements in terms of quantity and qualifications and approve or reject personnel proposed for project execution.
• Develop the prevention program required by the CNESST and ensure its implementation and compliance on site.

This role could be for you if you have :

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field.
• PMP certification or an equivalent project management certification is considered an asset.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in construction project management, including major projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and structured approach to work.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership.
• Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and a proactive mindset.

• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work.