Assistant Construction Project Manager

MGAC Private/unlisted•Toronto, ON

2d•CA$70,000 - CA$90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

MGAC Canada is seeking an Assistant Construction Project Manager to join their growing team. This role involves managing and representing client interests on large, multi-sector construction projects, acting as an owner's representative. The position focuses on implementing robust project controls and leading high-visibility projects. The ideal candidate will be proactive, possess a problem-solving and analytical mindset, and be eager to take ownership of challenging projects and grow their career within a dynamic consultancy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent experience in related discipline, Architecture, Engineering and/or Construction.
PMP Certification
3+ years project management experience in any of the phases of the project lifecycle: pre-construction, construction, commissioning, close out, operation readiness.

Nice To Haves

Proactive, problem-solving and analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

Assist with project onboarding and setup activities, including kickoff meetings, initial project documentation, and onboarding checklists.
Support the maintenance of project timelines by inputting progress updates, tracking look-ahead items, and ensuring field updates are reflected.
Organize and manage project documentation such as submittals, RFIs, transmittals, meeting minutes, change orders, punch lists, and closeout packages, ensuring they are complete, version-controlled, and audit-ready.
Act as a liaison between field teams and the office, relaying information, collecting daily reports, and coordinating site logistics.
Assist with tendering activities, track purchase orders, delivery schedules, and supplier confirmations, and help resolve procurement bottlenecks.
Log and monitor small change requests, and prepare preliminary impact assessments for PM review.
Support the PM in preparing weekly and monthly status reports, dashboards, and progress updates.
Schedule and coordinate internal and client meetings, prepare agendas, record minutes, and track follow-up actions.
Ensure adherence to project controls standards, contract requirements, and regulatory or client-specific procedures.
Collect daily field reports, photos, and field test results, and attach them to appropriate project records.
Route, track, and close RFIs and submittals within agreed timelines, and follow up on outstanding items.
Assist with material deliveries, crane and site access planning, and coordination of trades.
Provide on-site support to ensure work aligns with plans, QA/QC criteria, and safety procedures, escalating issues as needed.
Help coordinate commissioning checklists, turnover documents, and warranties for handover.