Project Manager – Wood Frame Construction

Synectics Inc.; Victoria; In loco; CAD 90.000 - 130.000; Tempo pieno

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Synectics Inc. on Vancouver Island is seeking a seasoned Project Manager - Wood Frame Construction to lead commercial and multi-family framing projects from inception to closeout.

The successful candidate will manage schedules, budgets, QC, and safety while coordinating with clients, consultants, and production teams. Strong experience in wood-frame construction and proficiency with MS Project and Bluebeam are essential for success.

Competenze

• Minimum 5 years hands-on framing experience.
• Minimum 3 years supervising framing crews on mid-rise wood-frame projects.
• Experience reviewing contracts, drawings, and specs.
• Proficiency with project scheduling, budgets, and change orders.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Mansioni

• Lead and manage construction projects from handoff through closeout.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial performance with risk mitigation.
• Review drawings, specs, and contracts to ensure alignment with scope.
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Ensure quality control and safety throughout delivery.
• Lead project meetings and track action items.
• Document project progress and closeout learnings.

Conoscenze

Framing experience

Supervising framing crews

Quality control inspections

RFIs & takeoffs

Project management

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam

Budgeting & cost control

AI tools adoption

Communication skills

Strumenti

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam Revu

AI tools (Claude)

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Project Manager - Wood Frame Construction

Location: Projects Across Vancouver Island

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

About The Opportunity

Project Manager - Wood Frame Construction to join a growing construction organization specializing in commercial and multi-family wood-frame construction, framing, prefabrication, and related building solutions.

This is a hands‑on Project Management opportunity for an individual with a strong background in wood‑frame construction, framing operations, and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction projects from project handoff through construction and final closeout.
• Develop, maintain, and actively manage detailed project schedules.
• Manage project budgets, cost forecasts, and financial performance, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions.
• Review and interpret construction contracts, drawings, specifications, scopes, and project requirements.
• Manage scope changes and change orders, including associated cost and schedule impacts.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal project teams.
• Collaborate closely with design, production, and site operations teams to ensure effective project execution.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify schedule, cost, quality, and operational risks.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, reports, and records.
• Lead project meetings, communicate key decisions, and ensure action items and commitments are followed through.
• Support and maintain quality control and safety standards throughout project delivery.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and problem‑solving.
• Manage project closeout activities and implement lessons learned to improve future project performance.

Qualifications & Experience

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on framing experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience supervising framing crews on mid‑rise wood‑frame construction projects.
• Experience conducting quality control inspections and directing crews on construction activities.
• Ability to review and approve RFIs and perform material takeoffs.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a Project Management role.
• Experience with contract revisions, project scheduling using Microsoft Project, budget control, and change order preparation.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, project scope, building sequences, and construction schedules.
• Demonstrated financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and change management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam.
• Working knowledge of AI tools, including Claude, or a willingness to quickly adopt and integrate AI into daily workflows.
• Excellent organizational, planning, prioritization, and follow‑through skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions in a fast‑paced construction environment.
• Technology & Continuous Improvement
• We value individuals who are open to new ideas, embrace technology, and continuously look for ways to improve construction project delivery.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Be comfortable learning and adopting new technologies and digital tools.
• Actively explore and use AI tools to improve project planning, communication, analysis, and administrative efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, systems, and project management processes.
• Adapt to new processes and approaches rather than relying solely on traditional methods.
• Use project data and digital tools to support informed decision‑making.
• Take ownership of improvement initiatives and contribute to their successful implementation.