Job Title: Senior Project Manager (Commercial and Institutional Construction)
Location: Edmonton, Alberta
Salary: $135,000 – $150,000 annually (based on experience)
Perks & Benefits: Comprehensive Health & Dental Coverage, Professional Development Opportunities, Free Parking, Employee Ownership opportunity.
Why Join Our Client
Our client is a well‑established Edmonton‑based General Contractor delivering multi-family, commercial, institutional, light industrial and First Nations projects across a range of contract types. They are seeking a Senior Project Manager to join a collaborative, well‑supported operations team, working with the VP of Operations to provide coaching and mentorship to the project team whilst also leading the full life cycle of their major projects
What You'll Do:
- Lead the delivery of complex construction projects from pre-construction through close-out, ensuring successful outcomes in schedule, budget, quality, and safety
- Partner with the VP of Operations to mentor and support Project Managers, Project Coordinators, and project teams while driving operational excellence.
- Develop and oversee project execution strategies, including budgeting, scheduling, procurement, resource planning, and risk management
- Serve as the primary client contact, building strong relationships with owners, consultants, subcontractors, and other key stakeholders.
- Lead contract administration, negotiations, change management, and executive-level project reporting
What We're Looking For:
- 10+ years of progressive project management experience delivering commercial and institutional projects within a General Contractor environment.
- Proven success managing large-scale Design-Build, Construction Management, and Stipulated Sum projects from pre-construction to completion
- Strong leadership experience with the ability to mentor project teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Advanced expertise in project financials, budgeting, scheduling, contract administration, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
- Diploma or degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; proficiency with Procore and MS Project, with PMP, Gold Seal, or similar certifications considered an asset.
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