Director, Project Management

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At Keller, you're not just building projects—you’re building a career. The Director, Pre-Construction, is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the pre-construction process, from initial project planning to bidding and contract negotiation. This role requires strong project management skills, technical knowledge of construction methods and materials, and the ability to effectively communicate with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.

Support a safety culture that aligns with corporate strategies and core values
Provide pre-construction leadership to the project team, challenging them to deliver value-based design
Lead, coach and mentor all internal and external project team members to achieve the project deliverables
Promote, align with, and add value to the Keller corporate strategic vision
Represent the company externally to the marketplace, proactively build and maintain a network of contacts
Work closely with clients, architects, and engineers to develop project scope, budget, and schedule
Liaise with client representatives, consultant representatives, subcontractors, and project stakeholders
Conduct research and site evaluations to assess project requirements and constraints
Identify cost saving opportunities and alternative solutions to optimize project · performance and efficiency
Assess and mitigate potential risks, including safety hazards, regulatory compliance issues, and environmental concerns
Develop contingency plans and risk mitigation strategies to ensure project success
Manage the client relationship to ensure great experience and client retention
Implement quality control measures to ensure that the work meets industry standards and best practices, and client expectations
Conduct site inspections and audits to monitor project progress, identify deficiencies, and implement corrective actions as needed
Review and provide input on all draft subcontracts prior to next level review and final execution
Ensure all Keller project management systems are adhered to by the project team
Support Project Post-Mortems and advise on areas for improvement; Conduct risk analyses, and creation of risk register
Review all project forecasts to ensure the project target margin is achieved or exceeded
Closely monitor the activities and billing of third-party workers, such as consultants, contractors, and other specialists

Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent construction experience
~ 15 or more years of experience in commercial construction
~10 or more years of direct work experience in construction project management
~ Knowledge of local, provincial, and federal workplace compliance regulations, ordinances, legislation and building codes
~ Ability to travel frequently to local sites and off-site locations as required
~About Keller Construction Ltd.
For over 60 years, Keller Construction Ltd. has been a trusted leader in commercial construction across Western Canada. We’re known for delivering quality, innovation, and reliability, creating spaces that bring our clients’ visions to life. From retail and office spaces to industrial and institutional projects, our expertise spans it all.

We put clients first, tailoring every project to meet unique needs while staying on budget and on schedule. With a deep understanding of local building codes, regulations, and industry standards, we deliver results that exceed expectations. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and skilled tradespeople, every project reflects our core values: From Indigenous housing to restaurant construction and light industrial builds, Keller has the experience to handle projects of any size or complexity. Visit our website to learn more about who we are and what we do at