Project Manager - Michels Canada

Michels Canada; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Challenging, engaging work

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Michels Canada is seeking a Project Manager in Vancouver, BC to lead planning, coordination and delivery of construction projects. You will ensure safety, on-time delivery and budget adherence while guiding project teams and maintaining client relationships.

Reporting to the Project Director, you will develop execution plans, manage budgets, and oversee change orders and risk mitigation in a fast-paced environment. PMP is a plus; a valid driver’s licence is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, or related field.
• 5–10+ years of experience in construction project management, with budgets, schedules, client relations and delivery.
• Strong understanding of construction practices, contract administration, project controls and safety management systems.
• Experience managing multiple stakeholders including clients, consultants, subcontractors, and field teams.
• Demonstrated leadership to drive performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Experience with contract management, change orders, and claims administration is an asset.
• Proficiency with MS Office and scheduling software (MS Project or Primavera P6) is an asset.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• PMP certification is considered an asset.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a strong safety culture across the project and enforce policies.
• Develop and manage project execution plans including scope, budgets, schedules, resources and milestones.
• Provide leadership for project delivery from planning through closeout.
• Coordinate project activities to meet contract requirements and specifications.
• Lead project teams including superintendents, subcontractors, consultants, and clients.
• Align field execution with schedule, cost, quality and productivity goals.
• Plan workforce and resources with superintendents to meet schedules.
• Manage budgets, forecast costs and ensure financial targets are met.
• Oversee change orders, claims and contract variations.
• Serve as primary client contact and manage communications throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Negotiation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree / PMP preferred

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Vancouver, BC

Work With People Who Treat You Like Friends. Imagine an office where everyone is watching out for you because they know you’re watching out for them. Our company sees construction as a team sport, so we care about each other as a team. That level of caring filters through investments in local community groups and charities because we also care about the communities we work in.

Project Manager

Full-time, Permanent

Vancouver, BC

Michels Canada empowers your personal and professional growth, equipping you with the tools and support needed to create impactful solutions that shape a better future for others.

About Us

Michels Canada is a nationally recognized general contractor in energy, infrastructure and power construction based in Nisku, Alberta, with offices in British Columbia and Ontario. We are part of the Michels Family of Companies.

The Michels Family of Companies is a privately owned global construction company with operations across North America, Australia, Singapore, and Germany. It is headquartered in Brownsville, Wisconsin, USA.

Reporting to the Project Director, the Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivery of construction projects, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. The successful candidate will provide leadership to project teams, build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, and ensure all work meets quality, contractual, and regulatory requirements. Success in this role requires a strong commitment to safety, effective leadership, sound decision-making, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture for all employees, subcontractors, vendors, and clients, ensuring compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
• Develop and manage project execution plans, including scope, budgets, schedules, resources, and milestones.
• Provide overall leadership for project delivery from planning through completion and closeout.
• Coordinate all project activities to ensure safe, efficient execution in accordance with contract requirements and specifications.
• Lead and align project teams, including Superintendents, subcontractors, consultants, and clients, to achieve project objectives.
• Ensure alignment between field execution and project goals, including schedule, cost, quality, and productivity performance.
• Lead workforce planning and resource allocation in coordination with Superintendents to ensure labour, subcontractor, and equipment availability aligns with project schedules and execution plans.
• Manage project budgets, forecast costs, and ensure financial performance remains aligned with approved targets.
• Oversee change orders, claims, and contract variations, including evaluation and documentation support.
• Act as the primary client contact and maintain effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Serve as the escalation point for client concerns, disputes, and contractual issues.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect safety, schedule, quality, and cost outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• 5–10+ years of experience in construction project management, including responsibility for budgets, schedules, client relationships, and project delivery.
• Strong understanding of construction practices, contract administration, project controls, and safety management systems.
• Proven experience managing multiple stakeholders including clients, consultants, subcontractors, and field teams.*
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage project teams and drive performance in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Experience with contract management, change orders, and claims administration is considered an asset.*
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project scheduling software (e.g., Microsoft Project or Primavera P6) is considered an asset.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• PMP certification is considered an asset.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Valid driver’s licence with an acceptable driving record as determined by Michels Canada’s review process.

Benefits

We offer competitive total compensation, meaningful and challenging work, and an engaging and collaborative environment. For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.michelscanada.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

No recruitment agencies, please!

Please note: All job postings at Michels Canada are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. While Michels Canada may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support part of the screening process, applications are still reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition Team to ensure a thorough and fair evaluation.

Canada

Expected Salary Range

$85,000—$135,000 CAD

AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability

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