Construction Manager

PCL Construction•Edmonton, AB

9d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Construction Manager for PCL Industrial Management Inc. in Edmonton, Alberta (Ind Mgmt), you'll have the opportunity to provide overall leadership and support for several small projects or one very large project with high complexity. PCL Industrial Management Inc., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), is 100% employee-owned, and every employee has a stake in our success. We are a team of builders who care deeply about what we create and who we build with, and we are committed to shaping the future of construction and your career.

Requirements

Postsecondary education or training in engineering, construction management, or related discipline.
15+ years of progressive construction experience, including leadership, mentoring, and exposure to multiple contract delivery methods; estimating experience is an asset.
Expert knowledge of construction operations, building materials, specifications, methods, sequencing, and quality management practices for large, complex projects.
Extensive knowledge of safety and environmental legislation, practices, and procedures, with a demonstrated commitment to building strong safety cultures.
Advanced understanding and application of construction laws, building codes, collective agreements, jurisdictional assignments, insurance, bonding, and legal requirements.
Strong strategic business acumen with the ability to identify risks, opportunities, staffing needs, and labor considerations on complex projects.
Proven ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary project teams, coordinate multiple scopes of work, and assess trade performance.
Excellent communication, presentation, relationship management, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and execute work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Expertise in project controls, including budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, cost management, change management, and resource planning.
Experience administering complex subcontracts, purchase orders, and document control processes while mitigating risk and maximizing project outcomes.
Strong understanding of accounting principles, company procedures, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management, scheduling, and estimating software.

Nice To Haves

estimating experience is an asset

Responsibilities

Creates and influences a strong safety culture by leading through example, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Oversees project execution to ensure construction is delivered in accordance with design, budget, schedule, quality, and contract requirements.
Leads and supports business development, pursuits, and preconstruction activities by contributing to estimates, proposals, presentations, and client solutions.
Oversees development and implementation of project execution and quality management plans to achieve successful project outcomes.
Provides strategic oversight of design coordination, constructability, code compliance, scope management, and technical risk resolution.
Monitors project performance and drives achievement of schedule, cost, quality, safety, resource, and productivity objectives.
Leads project financial management, including forecasting, cost control, change management, progress payments, and profitability.
Identifies project risks and implements mitigation strategies to manage commercial, contractual, technical, and operational exposures.
Builds and maintains strong client, consultant, subcontractor, and stakeholder relationships while actively managing expectations and project success criteria.
Leads, coaches, mentors, and develops project teams, fostering a high-performance culture and supporting succession and workforce planning.
Oversees project staffing, resource planning, and organizational effectiveness across all phases of construction.
Manages contract administration, claims, disputes, and major project changes to protect project and organizational interests.
Oversees commissioning, project closeout, warranty activities, and final turnover to ensure client satisfaction and project completion.

Benefits

Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
Annual discretionary performance bonuses
RRSP, TFSA, Pension Contribution Options
Flexible medical, dental and vision benefits
Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
Life, AD&D and disability insurance
Paid parental leave and family care support
Health and lifestyle spending account options
Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
Access to world-class training through PCL's College of Construction and professional development courses
Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions