Senior Construction Project Manager

Wright Construction Western Inc.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Saskatoon is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee and ensure timely project execution within budget. The successful candidate will have at least 15 years of experience in commercial, industrial, or institutional construction. Responsibilities include managing workflow and costs, participating in planning meetings, and promoting the company's culture and policies. This role requires strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation package

Employer paid Pension Program

Employer paid Benefit Program

Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Professional and career development opportunities

Paid volunteer time

Other Employee Perks

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years experience in relevant construction sectors.
• Solid knowledge of all phases of building construction.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Organize and direct project workflow with teams and stakeholders.
• Manage costs and schedules effectively across projects.
• Promote safety culture and company policies.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

15 years experience in commercial, industrial, and/or institutional construction

Education

Architectural Technology Diploma, Engineering Degree, or equivalent

Job description

Building people and communities together since 1905, Wright Construction is proud to be awarded Butler “Builder of the Year” and “Top Volume Builder” in Canada multiple times over the last 10 years. Join us as we work to be the preferred builder, employer, and trusted partner in our communities.

Who we are:

With our head office in Saskatoon, Wright Construction represents the longest operating construction company in the Province of Saskatchewan and in the City of Saskatoon. Over three generations, Wright Construction has helped build this province and we are proud to have produced many landmarks across Western Canada, including the original buildings of the University of Saskatchewan, Hotel Saskatchewan in Regina, the Bessborough Hotel in Saskatoon and much more! We also have satellite offices in Regina, SK and Calgary, Alberta.

Wright Construction performs General Contracting, Design Build, Public-Private-Partnerships (P3s) and Construction Management services. We excel in a variety of commercial, institutional, mixed use and industrial environments. Each year we complete hundreds of thousands of square feet of retail space for various developers and retail chains. Wright Construction is a strong competitor in the institutional sector providing services to schools and health boards across Saskatchewan and Alberta. Meanwhile, we are a Butler Buildings dealer and have erected approximately 6.5 million square feet of pre‑engineered building space.

What we offer:

Come and be part of a leading construction company while investing in your career. We proudly offer:

• A competitive total compensation package
• An industry leading Employer paid Pension Program with a Pension matching Program
• Employer paid Benefit Program
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Commitment to learning - through professional and career development opportunities
• Paid volunteer time
• Other Employee Perks

We have an exciting opportunity available – We are seeking a Full Time skilled and experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team in Saskatoon, SK.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Reporting to the Senior VP, Senior Project Managers ensure that a project is completed on time and within budget and that the project's objectives are met. They oversee the project to ensure the desired result is achieved, the most efficient resources are used, and the different interests involved are satisfied. This position is required to work in both an office and site setting while interacting with sub‑contractors, superintendents, owners, and consultants on a day-to-day basis.

Specific duties include but are not limited to:

1. Organize and direct the project workflow with Superintendents, sub-contractors, Consultants, and Owners.
2. Manage the office project team and provide team mentorship/leadership
3. Create overall schedule with the Site Superintendent
4. Participate in pre-job planning/site layout meetings
5. Manage and control costs on each project
6. Schedule critical deliveries and understand critical paths
7. Understand and manage risks
8. Promote Wright Construction culture and ethics
9. Demonstrate leadership in Wright Construction policies and procedures, including the safety culture. Promote education and awareness of these policies and procedures to work team.
10. All other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Architectural Technology Diploma, Engineering Degree, or equivalent.
• A minimum of 15 years experience in commercial, industrial, and/or institutional construction.
• Knowledge of all phases of building construction.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Personal Attributes

• Strong code of ethics and integrity.
• Shows tact, diplomacy, and discretion in handling information of confidential and/or sensitive nature.
• Must be able to work well within a team setting and contribute to team success.
• Be able to efficiently carry out tasks with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Takes accountability for their roles and responsibilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Must have excellent time management skills.

Are you a good match, and wish to join our team? Apply Today!

If you are interested in this opportunity and in joining our team, please apply on our website.

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Wright Construction however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.