Project Manager – Permanent – 3105

Parker Huggett; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized environmental services company in Ottawa is seeking a Project Manager to oversee hazardous materials removal and demolition projects. The ideal candidate will have 5-10+ years of construction project management experience, strong knowledge of safety legislation, and excellent leadership skills. This role involves managing multiple projects from planning to completion, ensuring safety, compliance, and client satisfaction. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, including 3 weeks of vacation and health coverage after 3 months.

Benefits

Very competitive salary

3 weeks’ vacation

Health & dental benefits after 3 months

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of experience in construction project management, preferably with hazmat.
• Ability to navigate active construction sites and manage field operations.
• Capacity to lead project meetings and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contract administration and execution across multiple projects.
• Develop and enforce project-specific safety plans.
• Manage relationships with clients and internal teams.

Skills

5-10+ years of construction project management experience

Strong knowledge of safety legislation

Proven experience managing field and office teams

Excellent communication skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Project Manager – Permanent – 3105 Ottawa, ON

About the Opportunity

Are you ready to step into a high-impact role where your leadership directly shapes the success of specialized environmental and demolition projects across Ottawa and Eastern Ontario? As the next Project Manager, you’ll lead mission-critical hazardous materials removal and demolition work, balancing safety, regulatory compliance, technical excellence, and client satisfaction every step of the way.

Based in Ottawa, you’ll manage multiple projects from planning through closeout, guiding teams, vendors, and stakeholders to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality outcomes. If you’re a proactive leader who thrives on solving problems, managing risk, and driving performance, this is your opportunity to make an immediate and meaningful impact.

You will take ownership of the project lifecycle, ensuring every job is delivered safely, on time, on budget, and to the highest standard.

Duties

• Overseeing contract administration, technical execution, and ongoing project support across large or multiple smaller projects
• Leading safety, budget, quality, schedule, and profitability performance
• Reviewing performance status reports for safety, cost forecasts, and schedule health
• Developing and enforcing project-specific safety plans
• Managing relationships with clients, consultants, trades, and internal teams
• Leading the change order process, including pricing, negotiation, and documentation
• Coordinating internal resources and third-party vendors for seamless execution
• Creating detailed project plans and tracking progress with precision
• Managing scope, schedule, budget, and resource adjustments as required
• Performing risk management and forecasting to stay ahead of issues
• Maintaining strong vendor and partner relationships
• Staying current with emerging technologies and evolving industry practices
• Supporting additional tasks as required to ensure successful project delivery

About You

You’re an experienced Project Manager who leads with confidence, communicates effectively, and thrives in dynamic field-and-office environments.

The successful candidate will have the following:

• 5-10+ years of construction project management experience (hazmat experience an asset)
• Strong knowledge of safety legislation, principles, and best practices
• Demonstrated ability to lead effective project meetings with clients, consultants, and team members
• Proven experience managing and motivating field and office teams
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound professional judgment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with strong time-management abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; comfortable with operational / project systems

About the Job

Physical & Security Requirements

• Approximately 50% field work, 50% office work
• Ability to navigate active construction and abatement sites
• Must be physically able to wear full and half-face respirators
• Valid driver’s license required
• Must be eligible for Secret-Level Federal Security Clearance
• Will be required to enter active hazardous materials abatement zones (asbestos, lead, silica, mold, etc.)

Total Compensation

• Very competitive salary
• 3 weeks’ vacation
• Health & dental benefits after 3 months
• Additional details discussed confidentially with candidates during interview

How to Apply

We truly appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only be reaching out to candidates whose experience most closely matches our partner’s needs. If we do not connect with you for this role, please know that we will gladly keep your profile in mind and reach out when other suitable opportunities arise.

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