Project Manager, Construction

Sarina Homes•Calgary, AB

85d•Onsite

About The Position

Sarina Homes is seeking a highly experienced Project Manager 1 to lead multifamily and mixed-use developments from pre-construction through completion and turnover. This role is responsible for managing budgets, schedules, consultants, contracts, permitting, and construction execution, while ensuring projects meet design intent, financial targets, and regulatory requirements. The Project Manager 1 will play a key leadership role within the organization and act as the primary interface between ownership, consultants, contractors, and municipal authorities.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of experience in estimating, drawing design, and construction management
Master’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Real Estate Development, or related field
Proven experience in both residential and commercial development projects
Direct experience managing development and building permit processes with the City of Calgary
Strong experience in Budget control, Cost forecasting, Cash flow scheduling, and Construction financial reporting
Extensive experience using Bluebeam, Revit, and AutoCAD
Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and design visualization tools
Demonstrated pre-construction leadership experience
Strong experience administering construction contracts (CCDC preferred)
Clear, confident written and verbal communicator
Strong team player with leadership presence
Experienced building construction schedule’s for projects in excess ($50M)
Strategic project planning
Financial discipline and accountability
Risk management
Design integration and constructability review
Negotiation and contract administration
Team leadership and collaboration
High attention to detail
The candidate must be currently located in Calgary, Alberta, or willing to relocate prior to commencement of employment.
Must be available to respond to time-sensitive project matters outside standard business hours when required.

Responsibilities

Lead projects through feasibility, design development, and pre-construction phases
Coordinate architects, engineers, planners, and consultants
Manage development permit (DP) and building permit (BP) submissions with the City of Calgary
Review drawings for constructability, value engineering, and cost optimization
Lead estimating efforts and prepare Class D through Class A budgets
Prepare detailed cash flow projections and capital deployment schedules
Conduct trade scoping, tendering, and bid evaluations
Oversee construction execution from excavation through occupancy
Administer construction contracts (CCDC and stipulated sum contracts)
Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and site instructions
Ensure adherence to schedule milestones and critical path management
Monitor cost controls and forecast monthly project financial performance
Maintain builder’s risk compliance and risk mitigation protocols
Coordinate site teams, consultants, and trade partners
Maintain strict budget control and cost reporting
Monitor project contingencies and cash flow schedules
Review progress draws and lender reporting packages
Negotiate and administer construction and consultant contracts
Lead procurement strategies and major trade buyouts
Review and coordinate architectural and engineering drawings
Utilize 3D design software to review models and resolve conflicts
Perform design coordination using Bluebeam, Revit, and AutoCAD
Utilize Adobe Photoshop for presentation materials, marketing visuals, and design refinement
Support sales and marketing teams with rendering and visualization coordination
Act as primary project lead representing ownership
Provide executive reporting to senior leadership
Foster collaboration across development, construction, sales, and finance teams
Mentor Project Managers, Coordinators, and site staff
Maintain clear and professional written and verbal communication