Senior Project Manager – Ontario, California - Infrastructure

WTS Energy; Ontario (CA); On-site; CAD 194,000 - 264,000; Full time

Job summary

WTS Energy is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager for a major heavy civil construction project in Ontario, CA. You will bring 10+ years of leadership in large-scale projects, drive CPM scheduling, cost control, and contract administration, and mentor project teams in a field/operations setting.

Candidate will manage risks and change orders, collaborate with engineers and key stakeholders, and build strong client and supplier relationships while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in heavy civil construction project management.
• Strong background in large-scale heavy civil projects, project controls and contracts.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor project teams and maintain safety culture.
• Experience coordinating with clients, partners, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Field/operations environment experience and strong problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead project execution, scheduling, forecasting and cost control.
• Monitor financial performance and identify efficiency opportunities.
• Manage risks, claims, change orders, contracts and procurement.
• Develop and maintain CPM schedules across the project lifecycle.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality and safety.
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to resolve design issues.
• Foster accountability and lead safety-focused project teams.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and project partners.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Cost control

Contract management

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Site leadership

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join a major heavy civil construction project in Ontario, CA.

This is a great opportunity for a seasoned construction professional with a strong background in large-scale heavy civil projects, project controls, contract management, and team leadership.

Industry: Heavy Civil / Infrastructure

Experience: 10+ years in heavy civil construction project management

Work Environment: Field / Operations Office

Key responsibilities:

• Lead project execution, scheduling, forecasting, and cost control


• Monitor project financial performance and identify opportunities to improve results


• Manage risks, claims, change orders, contracts, subcontractors, and suppliers


• Develop and maintain CPM schedules throughout the project lifecycle


• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety


• Collaborate with engineers and key stakeholders to resolve design and project issues


• Lead and mentor project teams, fostering accountability and a strong safety culture


• Build and maintain relationships with clients, partners, subcontractors, and suppliers

10+ years of heavy civil construction project management experience

Strong knowledge of scheduling, cost control, subcontractor management, and contract administration

Excellent negotiation, communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills

Ability to lead teams and successfully manage complex construction projects

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