VFX project manager

UrbanAge Homes; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential construction company based in Edmonton is looking for a Pre-Construction Manager / Project Manager to oversee residential projects from post-sale to completion. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a degree in Construction Management or Project Management. Responsibilities include managing project documentation, coordinating permits, and facilitating communication among teams. The salary ranges from $75,000 to $110,000 annually, with an on-site work location.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Project Manager or similar role in residential construction.
• Strong understanding of residential construction processes from pre-construction through to completion.
• Proven experience reading and working with construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee residential projects from post-sale through to completion.
• Coordinate permitting and regulatory requirements.
• Manage change orders and financial documentation.
• Facilitate communication between departments.
• Ensure construction teams have up-to-date documentation.
• Improve pre-construction workflows and processes.

Skills

Residential construction experience

Project Management

Understanding of construction processes

Reading construction drawings

Familiarity with municipal permits

Education

Diploma or degree in Construction Management or Project Management

Job description

Title

Pre-Construction Manager / Project Manager

Job Details

Department: Pre-Construction

Location: Edmonton, AB

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail‑driven Pre‑Construction Manager / Project Manager to oversee residential projects from post‑sale through to completion.

Responsibilities

1. Project Initialization & Documentation Management
   • Set up new projects in Buildertrend and ensure accurate, complete project information.
   • Review plans, specifications, and selections for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with company standards.
   • Maintain organized, up‑to‑date digital project files and documentation.
   • Identify missing information, conflicts, or risks and communicate them promptly to leadership or relevant teams.
2. Permitting & Regulatory Coordination
   • Prepare and submit permit applications to the appropriate municipalities and authorities.
   • Coordinate responses to permit comments or conditions, including any required drawing or document revisions.
   • Track permit status and ensure approvals are in place to meet construction schedule requirements.
   • Assemble and distribute construction‑ready packages, including permits, plans, and inspection‑related documents.
3. Financial & Change Order Management
   • Own the change order process from start to finish.
   • Capture requested changes from internal teams or homeowners.
   • Coordinate pricing and impacts with estimating and/or trades.
   • Prepare and present change orders for approval.
   • Ensure approved changes are accurately entered and updated in Buildertrend.
   • Verify accuracy of pricing, taxes (including GST), and scope before internal sign‑off.
   • Support pre‑construction financial documentation and help maintain alignment between sales, estimating, and construction.
4. Cross‑Department & Stakeholder Communication
   • Act as a central point of contact between sales, design, estimating, construction, and interior design teams.
   • Facilitate smooth handoffs between pre‑construction and site teams.
   • Escalate issues or conflicts that require management decisions.
   • Communicate clearly with trades, consultants, and other external partners as needed.
5. Construction Phase Coordination
   • Maintain ongoing coordination with interior design and field teams throughout construction.
   • Ensure construction teams are working from the latest approved plans, selections, and change orders.
   • Help resolve design or documentation questions that arise during construction.
   • Support site teams by providing updated documentation and clarifications in a timely manner.
6. Workflow & Process Improvement
   • Monitor pre‑construction and early construction milestones to keep projects moving on schedule.
   • Help standardize and improve pre‑construction workflows, checklists, and templates.
   • Identify recurring issues, recommend improvements, and support implementation of better processes.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Project Manager or similar role in residential construction.
• Diploma or degree in Construction Management, Project Management, or a closely related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Strong understanding of residential construction processes from pre‑construction through to completion.
• Proven experience reading and working with construction drawings, specifications, and related documents.
• Familiarity with municipal permits.

Additional Details

• Work Location: On site
• Salary: $75,000 to $110,000 annually
• Terms of employment: Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Vacancies: 1 vacancy
• Source: indeed.com #9966931810