Senior Project Manager

Socket.dev; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health Care

Dental

Vision

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

RRSP/DPSP Match

Paid vacation

Job summary

Inflector in Canada is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large, complex construction projects with a strong focus on safety, quality, and profitability. You will drive strategy, coordinate resources, and manage client relationships across field and office settings.

You will oversee risk management, change control, and performance metrics while ensuring regulatory and safety standards are met. A dynamic, collaborative environment offers growth opportunities and responsibility across

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years of experience in construction project management.
• Engineering or construction-related degree/diploma preferred.
• Hazardous materials industry experience is a plus.
• Solid knowledge of safety principles, procedures and regulations.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Proven ability to lead meetings with clients, consultants and teams.
• Must be able to obtain security clearance and have a valid driver’s license.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and accountability for the delivery of large and complex construction projects.
• Manage safety, quality, schedule, budget and profitability to deliver on time and within scope.
• Own project financial performance including forecasting, billing, change management and profitability.
• Coordinate internal resources, subcontractors and vendors for project execution.
• Maintain client relationships and effective communication with stakeholders.
• Develop and manage project safety plans and documentation.
• Review scopes, contracts and identify risks and opportunities before award.
• Drive continuous improvement and professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Budget management

Risk management

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

PM software

Job description

About the role:

As a Senior Project Manager, you’ll take the lead on complex, high-impact projects from planning through successful completion. You’ll be responsible for driving project strategy, execution, and performance while managing client relationships, and ensuring every project meets the highest standards for safety, quality, environmental compliance, schedule, and profitability.

Working at the forefront of the abatement industry, you’ll bring your expertise to challenging projects where no two days are the same. You’ll have the autonomy to make critical decisions, solve complex problems, and collaborate with a talented team of industry professionals to deliver exceptional results.

Responsibilities:

• Provide overall leadership, contract administration, technical expertise, and accountability for the successful delivery of large and complex construction projects, as well as multiple smaller projects.
• Be accountable for overall project performance, including safety, quality, schedule, budget, and profitability, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Own project financial performance, including cost control, forecasting, billing, collections, change management, and profitability.
• Identify, assess, price, negotiate, and manage change orders, extras, claims, delays, and potential disputes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review project scopes, specifications, and contract requirements to identify scope gaps, exclusions, risks, and opportunities prior to contract award.
• Perform ongoing risk management, forecasting, and financial analysis to identify potential issues and implement corrective actions proactively.
• Manage relationships with clients, client representatives, consultants, trade contractors, and other project stakeholders to ensure effective communication and successful project delivery.
• Oversee and coordinate internal resources, subcontractors, and third-party vendors to support the execution of complex projects and achieve project objectives.
• Monitor production and review the performance of assigned resources to ensure time, cost, quality, and productivity objectives are achieved.
• Oversee the development, implementation, and ongoing management of project-specific safety plans and requirements.
• Establish and maintain effective project procedures, document control, reporting, and administrative processes.
• Provide leadership and insight in support of corporate objectives, operational initiatives, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain ongoing professional development to remain current with emerging technologies, industry practices, construction methods, and regulatory requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Profile Requirements:

Experience, Skills & Competencies

• Minimum 6+ years’ experience within the construction industry as Project Manager or equivalent;
• Post Secondary degree or diploma in engineering or a construction related field is considered an asset;
• Experience within the hazardous material industry considered an asset;
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of safety principles, procedures, and legislation;
• Ability to problem solve and exercise professional judgment;
• Demonstrated experience in leading effective project meetings with customers, consultants, and internal employees;
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing team members;
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Excellent organizational and time management skills;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other operational systems as required;
• Project management accreditations considered an asset: such as GSC, PMP, PMI
• Must be able to obtain security clearance
• Must have valid driver’s license
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada

Physical Requirements:

Dynamic Work Setting: Offers a mix of field and office environments; involves approximately 50% field work and 50% office work.

Physical Capability: Must be physically capable of navigating job sites. Also, must be fit and able to wear respiratory protection equipment, including various types of full and half face respirators.

Driver's License: Must possess a valid driver's license.

Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain Secret Level Security Clearance.

Hazardous Materials: Required to enter and examine active abatement areas containing Asbestos, Lead, Silica, Mold, etc.

Benefits:

• Extended Health Care
• Dental
• Vision
• Long Term Disability, Life Insurance
• RRSP/DPSP Match
• Paid vacation

Inclusive and Accommodation Statement:

Inflector is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please inform us, and we will make every effort to meet your needs.