Senior Project Manager, Heavy Civil - Future Opportunities

Ledcor; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Edmonton is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the successful execution of heavy civil construction projects. You will oversee all phases of project delivery, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget and quality, while maintaining the highest safety standards.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage risk, and communicate with clients, contractors and stakeholders. The role requires 10+ years of heavy civil experience and an engineering degree or equivalent; Ledcor's

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in heavy civil construction project management.
• Engineering degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven leadership experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of construction execution strategies and contract management.
• Experience with scheduling tools such as Primavera (P6) or Microsoft Project.
• Advanced knowledge of cost control, forecasting, and risk management practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Excel and project reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of project execution from initiation through closeout.
• Develop and maintain project execution plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Provide leadership to project teams, including field staff, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Monitor cost, schedule, and quality performance.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and develop contingency plans.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Review and approve project reports, forecasts, and change management documentation.
• Collaborate with estimating and preconstruction teams during bid and planning phases.
• Lead project meetings and ensure effective communication across all stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement and lessons-learned initiatives across projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Problem-solving

Excel

Education

Engineering Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Description

We are seeking a results-driven and experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the successful execution of our heavy civil construction projects. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all phases of project delivery, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations. Your ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage risk, and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders will be essential in driving project success. With your leadership and technical expertise, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget while maintaining the highest standards of quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of project execution from initiation through closeout
• Develop and maintain project execution plans, budgets, and schedules
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams, including field staff, engineers, and subcontractors
• Monitor project performance, including cost control, schedule adherence, and quality outcomes
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and develop contingency plans
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders
• Review and approve project reports, forecasts, and change management documentation
• Collaborate with estimating and preconstruction teams during bid and planning phases
• Lead project meetings and ensure effective communication across all stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement and lessons-learned initiatives across projects

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in heavy civil construction project management
• Engineering Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proven leadership experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of construction execution strategies and contract management
• Experience with scheduling tools such as Primavera (P6) or Microsoft Project
• Advanced knowledge of cost control, forecasting, and risk management practices
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Excel and project reporting tools

Additional Information

The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

7008 Roper Road NW, Edmonton, AB