Project Manager - Tunnel & Underground Works

EBC Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks vacation per year

Flexible group insurance

Telemedicine 24/7

RRSP with employer DPSP

Training and development

Job summary

EBC Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to lead tunnel and underground works across major Canadian projects from our Toronto hub.

This role reports to the VP Major Projects – Tunnels & Underground works and drives execution, prequalification, bids, and proposals for tunnelling initiatives. You will coordinate internal teams and joint venture partners, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure safety and quality across project lifecycles.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, or equivalent field experience
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
• Previous work experience in tunnelling projects and/or other high risk heavy civil engineering projects
• Knowledge of underground construction is a benefit
• Excellent proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, and Bluebeam (asset)
• Available for extensive travel

Responsibilities

• Manage and align team members assembled from internal and Joint Venture Partners
• Implementation of process compliance for internal and external requirements and commitments
• Establish project objectives and implement tracking and accountability of such objectives
• Technical and commercial responsibility of the contract delivery
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills by clear and concise communication of priorities and tasks
• Empower and include key team members in the decision-making process to maximize project success
• Foster a safety oriented high-performance culture
• Ensure consistency in expected safety performance on projects and verify the fair and consistent application of the progressive discipline system across all projects
• Ensure quality delivery of all contract obligations to meet client and internal expectations to excellence
• Maximize margins with safety in mind and ensure the company’s interests during the project lifecycle
• Manage, lead, and control projects from start to finish, including staff, subcontractors, and job management
• Develop, review, and collaborate on budgets, methodologies, submittals, and schedules
• Oversee the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) prevention program and ensure its implementation on the construction site
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge and understanding of tender documents, drawings, specifications, addendums, and assist the Site Superintendent in achieving project success
• Provide troubleshooting and issue resolution
• Assist in the preparation of final project records, including as-built documentation
• Assist in carrying out various basic field duties at the job site related to general construction

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Team coordination

Communication

MS Office proficiency

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Bluebeam

Job description

Project Manager - Tunnel & Underground Works

Permanent | EBC Inc. | Canada

Posted On 19/08/2026

Job Information

Construction

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City Toronto

State/Province Ontario

M4R

Job Description

EBC thinks outside the box and deploys all its know-how to carry out major infrastructure projects: bridges, roads, highways, tunnels, marine installations. Our ability to meet deadlines and budgets as well as our vast expertise in the field allow us to actively participate in large-scale projects such as the Samuel-De-Champlain Bridge, the Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM) and the Site C hydroelectric power station located near Fort St-John in British Columbia.

Our seasoned team of engineers, project managers and other specialists also put their energy into the construction of wind farms and to the benefit of hydroelectric projects such as dams, power stations, tunnels, and dikes. EBC is positioned as a true leader in this sector. Our range of specialized services has made our reputation in Canada.

In order to demonstrate our expertise in tunnels and underground works across the country, EBC is looking for new team members ready to take part in major projects throughout Canada.

Under the supervision of Vice-President Majors projects – Tunnels & Underground works, the Project Manager plans, directs, organizes, coordinates and controls, along with the Project Director, the execution of his project. He will participate in prequalifications, bids and proposals of tunnelling projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and align team members assembled from internal and Joint Venture Partners
  
• Implementation of process compliance for internal and external requirements and commitments
  
• Establish Project objectives and implement tracking and accountability of such objectives
  
• Technical and commercial responsibility of the contract delivery
  
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills by clear and concise communication of priorities and tasks
  
• Empower and include key team members in the decision‑making process to maximize the project success
  
• Foster a safety oriented high-performance culture
  
• Ensure consistency in expected safety performance on projects and verify the fair and consistent application of the progressive discipline system across all projects
  
• Ensure quality delivery of all contract obligations to meet client and internal expectations to excellence
  
• Maximize margins with safety in mind and ensure the company’s interests during the project lifecycle
  
• Manage, lead, and control projects from start to finish, including staff, subcontractors, and job management
  
• Develop, review, and collaborate on budgets, methodologies, submittals, and schedules
  
• Oversee the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) prevention program and ensure its implementation on the construction site
  
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge and understanding of tender documents, drawings, specifications, addendums, and assist the Site Superintendent in achieving project success
  
• Provide troubleshooting and issue resolution
  
• Assist in the preparation of final project records, including as-built documentation
  
• Assist in carrying out various basic field duties at the job site related to general construction
  

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, or equivalent field experience
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience
• Previous work experience in tunnelling projects and/or other high risk heavy civil engineering projects
• Knowledge of underground construction is of benefit
• Excellent proficiency in MS Office, MS Project, and Bluebeam (asset)
• Available for extensive travel
  

Desired Profile

• Leadership by example
• Fundamental knowledge of interdisciplinary management
• Ability to foster team spirit within a project team
• Relationship building with internal and external stakeholders
• Innovative and progressive mindset
• Improve process and maximize production efficiencies
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask
• Advanced skills in communication and problem-solving
• Exceptional skills in management, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving
  
• This role offers potential for advancement and promotion opportunities
  
• 5 weeks' of vacation per year (3 weeks during the year + 2 weeks during the Holidays)
  
• Flexible group insurance program available from the start
  
• Instant access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine) 24/7
  
• Collective RRSP program with employer contribution to a DPSP
  
• Training and development program
  
• An active social club
  
• A friendly and stimulating work environment
  
• Company built on values of respect, integrity, and quality work
  
• Recognized firm on the list of Canada’s Best Managed Companies