Senior Project Manager

Weston Manufacturing Ltd.; Fort Macleod; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading structural steel fabrication company in Fort Macleod is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of project management experience and a strong background in structural steel projects. This role involves overseeing project execution, ensuring compliance with budgets and schedules, and leading the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Joining offers opportunities for leadership, competitive pay, and a supportive culture that encourages career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Fuel discounts

Company-paid hotel & LOA

Team events

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience, preferably in structural steel fabrication and erection.
• 2–5 years of leadership experience in mentoring or managing complex projects.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, deliverables, and resource needs.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and compliance with standards.
• Lead coordination meetings and mentor project staff.

Skills

Project management experience

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Budgeting skills

Communication skills

Structural steel detailing

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Airtable

Job description

About Us

Weston Manufacturing Ltd. is a leader in structural steel fabrication, delivering high‑quality projects while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and efficiency. We are seeking a Senior Project Manager with 10+ years of project management experience to oversee and drive projects from initiation to completion, ensuring deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are met.

This role will also play a key part in developing SOPs, improving workflows, and helping capture years of industry knowledge within the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define project scope, steel deliverables, erection requirements, risks, and resource needs.
• Keep projects on schedule, on budget, and aligned with fabrication, erection, and quality standards.
• Manage key project documents - schedules, budgets, loadouts, and progress reports.
• Provide regular updates on detailing, fabrication, materials, and field erection activities.
• Communicate with general contractors, engineers, shop, and field teams to address design issues and project challenges.
• Support estimating with takeoffs, RFP responses, proposals, and schedule inputs.
• Oversee budgets, labour, subcontractors, and field crews.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, contracts, engineering specifications, and steel industry standards.
• Track and report detailing, fabrication, and field progress using performance metrics.
• Maintain project controls, reporting procedures, and change management processes.
• Lead coordination meetings with internal teams, vendors, and field personnel.
• Develop, implement, and refine Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), workflows, and project management best practices.
• Work with current Project Managers to strengthen processes, improve communication, and document internal knowledge.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and operational efficiencies across the organization.
• Train and mentor project staff while resolving technical and operational issues.
• Address technical problems such as drawing errors, material shortages, fabrication issues, and erection challenges.

What You Bring to Weston Manufacturing:

• 10+ years of project management experience, preferably in structural steel fabrication and erection.
• 2–5 years of leadership experience, such as mentoring, team leadership, or managing complex project scopes.
• A proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and on budget.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Skilled in project budgeting, scheduling, and quality control.
• Proficient with structural steel detailing, shop drawings, and industry standards.
• Proficient in project management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Airtable.
• Experience developing SOPs, workflows, or standardized processes is a strong asset.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• 2–5+ years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Airtable).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledgeable in industry legislation, standards, regulations, and contract management.
• Experience in construction or manufacturing project management is required.
• Experience implementing process improvements is beneficial.

Why Join Us?

• Leadership Opportunity– Mentor Project Managers and help develop standardized processes.
• Process Impact– Lead SOP development and operational improvements across the company.
• Competitive Pay– Earn a strong salary based on experience.
• Fuel Discounts– Access discounted fuel through our UFA Cardlock program.
• Hands‑On Work– Be directly involved in major structural steel projects.
• Career Growth– Opportunities to advance within a stable, family‑run business.
• Team Building– Enjoy monthly BBQs and team events.
• Supportive Culture– Join a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Company‑Paid Hotel & LOA– Accommodations and living out allowance fully covered when working out of town.