Senior Project Manager, Preconstruction

Ledcor Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Group in Ontario seeks a Senior Project Manager to drive pursuits and proposals for large-scale infrastructure projects from Etobicoke. You will shape strategies, develop executable plans, and coordinate with owners, designers and delivery partners to position Ledcor for success.

You will lead cross-functional teams, manage risk, oversee estimates and subcontracting, and present to clients as a trusted partner in Alliance and other delivery models.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of combined technical and pre-construction experience focused on large, complex infrastructure projects across pursuits/bids.
• Post-secondary education in civil engineering or related field preferred.
• Direct on-site experience on major infrastructure projects $1B+ (heavy civil, transportation).
• Experience delivering major infrastructure projects under Alliance, Progressive Design-Build, CMGC, Design-Build, or other collaborative/alternative delivery models.
• Strong understanding of collaborative contracting principles, including integrated risk management, owner-partner engagement, and consensus-based decision-making in alternative delivery environments.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and project execution planning.
• Experience with first principles estimating.
• Proficiency with project management tools like Excel, MS Project, and Bluebeam.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and present to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support pursuits and bid activities, including RFP reviews, strategy development, and go/no-go input.
• Develop competitive and executable proposals, including construction methodologies, schedules, resourcing plans, and cost inputs.
• Lead collaborative planning and coordination with owners, designers, and delivery partners for Alliance, Progressive Design-Build, and other delivery models.
• Contribute to integrated delivery strategies, including risk management, commercial alignment, and stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee quantity take-offs, scope development, and subcontracting strategies for civil, earthworks, and utility work.
• Collaborate with estimating, design, and operations teams to ensure aligned, risk-aware submissions.
• Participate in client presentations and interviews to position Ledcor as a preferred partner.
• Review and manage contracts, scope, schedule, budget, and commercial requirements.
• Develop and implement detailed execution plans, including staging, sequencing, and logistics.
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships across pursuits.
• Oversee procurement of subcontractors, ensuring alignment with scope & schedule.

Skills

Pursuit leadership

Bid strategy

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Client presentations

Education

Civil engineering degree or related field

Tools

Excel

MS Project

Bluebeam

Job description

Over the last 30 years in Ontario, Ledcor has continued to grow and evolve and is now a leading provider of construction services across the province. From our early days building infrastructure and developing communities, to our more recent work in heavy civil, mining, residential, and aviation sectors, we have always been driven by our commitment to safety, quality, integrity, sustainability, and success.

We are hiring a Senior Project Manager to play a key role in pursuits of large-scale, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects. This role will be instrumental in shaping & winning proposals, developing executable project plans. Your new role will see you play a huge part in shaping the future of our Ontario operations!

Essential Responsibilities:

• Lead and support pursuits and bid activities, including RFP reviews, strategy development, and go/no-go input
• Develop competitive and executable proposals, including construction methodologies, schedules, resourcing plans, and cost inputs
• Lead collaborative planning and coordination activities with owners, designers, and delivery partners to support successful outcomes under Alliance, Progressive Design-Build, and other alternative delivery models.
• Contribute to the development and execution of integrated project delivery strategies, including risk management, commercial alignment, and stakeholder engagement throughout the pursuit and pre-construction phases.
• Oversee quantity take-offs, scope development, and subcontracting strategies for civil, earthworks, and utility work
• Collaborate with estimating, design, and operations teams to ensure aligned, risk-aware submissions
• Participate in client presentations and interviews, helping position Ledcor as a preferred partner
• Review and manage contracts, scope, schedule, budget, and commercial requirements
• Develop and implement detailed execution plans, including staging, sequencing, and logistics
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships across pursuits
• Oversee the procurement of subcontractors, ensuring alignment with scope & schedule

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of combined technical and pre-construction experience with a focus estimating, supporting large, complex infrastructure projects across pursuits/bids
• Completion of post-secondary education in civil engineering or a related field is preferred
• Direct on-site experience on major infrastructure projects $1B+ (e.g., heavy civil, transportation)
• Demonstrated experience delivering major infrastructure projects under Alliance, Progressive Design-Build, CMGC, Design-Build, or other collaborative/alternative delivery models.
• Strong understanding of collaborative contracting principles, including integrated risk management, owner-partner engagement, and consensus-based decision-making in alternative delivery environments.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and project execution planning
• Experience working on estimates including first principles estimating
• Strong capabilities with project management tools (Excel, MS Project, Bluebeam, etc.)
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and work effectively with senior stakeholders
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills, particularly in pursuit environments

Work Conditions:

Office based role in Etobicoke, Ontario #LI-NC1 #LI-Onsite

Compensation:

$139,500.00 - $186,000.00 This is the expected base pay range for this role. Individual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors including experience, knowledge, skills, education and location.

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.

Additional Information:

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We’re experts in all infrastructure construction and maintenance related projects.

Our vast projects include: full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways and resources, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, independent power projects and site reclamation.

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.

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.

We're a diversified construction company, made up of teams of people who are proven in their industries. All working to design, build, transport, operate, and maintain projects all over North America. But we believe that projects are about more than concrete and steel. They're about people and the power of partnerships. Partnerships with our employees, our communities, our contractors and clients. We believe in building trust in the places where we do business—whether that’s by engaging honestly, by giving back, by putting safety first, or by looking for smarter, more sustainable ways to get the job done right.