Project Manager - Water/Wastewater Infrastructure

TalentSphere Staffing Solutions; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentSphere Staffing Solutions, in partnership with a leading General Contractor, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead large-scale infrastructure projects in the GTA, Ontario, from preconstruction through completion.

You will provide leadership across teams, manage budgets and schedules, coordinate with owners, consultants, and subcontractors, and ensure safety, quality, and contractual compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction experience with complex projects in general contracting, water/wastewater focus
• CET or P.Eng designation preferred
• Experience with lump sum contracts and complex stakeholder environments
• Experience with Design-Build and alternative delivery models is a plus
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building abilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of major construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Develop project budgets, cost structures, and reporting systems for financial control
• Collaborate with estimating and preconstruction teams to set strategies, budgets, and plans
• Coordinate with Superintendent to develop schedules and address delays
• Manage subcontractor and supplier relationships including scope, procurement, and contract administration
• Oversee project financial performance including forecasting, billing, change management, and risk mitigation
• Maintain strong relationships with owners, consultants, and stakeholders through effective communication
• Review project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and payment applications
• Ensure projects meet contract requirements, specifications, schedule, and quality standards
• Lead project closeout activities including deficiencies, final documentation, and lessons learned

Job description

Location: GTA, Ontario

Location: GTA, Ontario

Compensation: $120,000-$170,000 (based on experience)

Compensation: $120,000-$170,000 (based on experience)

Reference # 16817629

Reference # 16817629

Lead projects that shape the communities where people live, work, and travel.

We have partnered with a leading General Contractor that is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a high-performing construction team delivering complex infrastructure projects. This is an opportunity for a construction leader who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys solving complex challenges, and wants to take ownership of large-scale projects from preconstruction through successful completion.

The Role

As Project Manager, you will provide overall leadership, coordination, and oversight throughout the project lifecycle. You will work closely with the project team, clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and successfully.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of major construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Develop project budgets, cost structures, and reporting systems to support financial control and accountability.
• Work collaboratively with estimating and preconstruction teams to establish project strategies, budgets, and execution plans.
• Partner with the Superintendent to develop project schedules, identify critical milestones, and proactively address potential delays.
• Manage subcontractor and supplier relationships, including scope development, procurement, contract administration, and performance management.
• Oversee project financial performance, including forecasting, cost reporting, billing, change management, and risk mitigation.
• Maintain strong relationships with owners, consultants, and stakeholders through effective communication and issue resolution.
• Review project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, payment applications, and contractual requirements.
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with contract requirements, specifications, schedule, and quality expectations.
• Lead project closeout activities, including deficiency management, final documentation, stakeholder coordination, and lessons learned.

What You Bring

• 10+ years of construction experience with significant experience managing complex projects in a general contracting environment with a focus in water/wastewater.
• CET, or P.Eng. designation preferred.
• Experience managing lump sum contracts and complex stakeholder environment.
• Experience with Design-Build and alternative delivery models is considered an asset.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and drive accountability.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Why This Opportunity

• Manage complex, high-value infrastructure projects.
• Play a key role in projects within major infrastructure sectors.
• Take ownership of project strategy, execution, financial performance, and client relationships.
• Work alongside experienced construction professionals in a collaborative, solutions-focused environment.
• Continue building your leadership portfolio with opportunities to deliver increasingly complex projects.