OPEN: Construction Manager

We are currently requesting resumes for the following position: Construction Manager

Resume Due Date: Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025 (5:00PM EST)

Job ID: 25-191

Number of Vacancies: 1

Level: MP5

Duration: 24 Months

Hours of work: 35 Hours per week (there may be a requirement for the worker to provide services of more than 44 hours per week during the contract term)

Location: Pickering (ESB1)

Work Mode: 100% on site

Job Overview

Construction & Site Leadership

- Oversee all on-site construction activities to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution.
- Oversee daily operations, site planning, resource allocation, and coordination of multiple trades and subcontractors.
- Ensure work is completed in accordance with project plans, specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Support commissioning and start-up activities by coordinating technical, field, and engineering teams.

Project Management & Execution

- Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules, construction plans, and progress milestones.
- Manage site budgets, track costs, review progress payments, and support change management processes.
- Identify risks, constraints, and issues early; implement corrective actions to maintain project timelines and objectives.
- Drive timely resolution of site challenges through collaboration with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

- Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring all personnel follow safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
- Conduct regular safety inspections, toolbox meetings, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permits, and best practices for site protection and sustainability.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

- Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for internal teams, contractors, consultants, and external stakeholders.
- Facilitate clear communication and alignment between field operations, engineering, procurement, and project management groups.
- Build positive working relationships with local authorities, regulatory agencies, landowners, community members, and project partners.
- Represent the project at meetings, inspections, and site reviews.

Quality Assurance & Technical Oversight

- Oversee quality control processes and ensure all construction activities meet required standards.
- Review drawings, specifications, inspection reports, and documentation to verify accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinate testing, inspections, commissioning, and verification activities with contractors and technical specialists.
- Ensure deficiencies are addressed and documented through established quality procedures.

Documentation, Reporting & Communication

- Prepare regular progress reports, site updates, safety records, and documentation for leadership and project teams.
- Maintain accurate records of daily site activities, decisions, inspections, testing results, and project changes.
- Support preparation of close-out documentation, turnover packages, and final inspections.
- Ensure effective communication flow between site activities and broader project management objectives.

Project Close-Out & Final Delivery

- Coordinate final inspections, punch-list activities, and resolution of outstanding deficiencies.
- Support commissioning, handover, and acceptance activities with clients and operations teams.
- Ensure site restoration, demobilization, and documentation are completed in alignment with project requirements

Qualifications

Education

- Post-secondary education in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Environmental Science, or a related technical field.
- Equivalent combination of education and extensive industry experience may be considered.
- Additional training or certifications in project management or construction management are considered an asset.

Professional Certifications & Licenses

- Project Management–related certification (e.g., PMP, CAPM, or equivalent) is an asset.
- Health & Safety certifications such as Working at Heights, Confined Space, WHMIS, or similar are preferred.
- Valid safety, site-access, or industry-specific training (e.g., lockout/tagout, equipment operation, environmental compliance) is an advantage.
- Eligibility for professional designation (engineering, project management, construction supervision) is considered beneficial.

Experience

- Progressive experience in construction, site management, project execution, or field operations in large-scale infrastructure or industrial projects.
- Experience overseeing multidisciplinary scopes (civil, mechanical, electrical, environmental) on active construction sites.
- Proven ability to manage contractors, subcontractors, and field teams to achieve safety, quality, and schedule targets.
- ated track record managing project planning, scheduling, budgeting, reporting, and risk management.
- Experience coordinating with engineering, procurement, project management, and regulatory stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of construction methodologies, permitting, testing, inspections, and commissioning processes.
- Proficiency with construction management and project tracking tools (e.g., MS Office, project scheduling software, digital documentation systems).
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, technical documents, field reports, and safety requirements.
- Knowledge of QA/QC procedures, environmental compliance, and industry standards.
- Strong understanding of workplace safety practices and hazard identification.
- Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to guide, supervise, and motivate diverse site teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with contractors, clients, engineers, and regulatory bodies.
- Ability to handle conflict, negotiate solutions, and make confident, timely decisions.
- High level of organization with strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage high-pressure situations and adapt to dynamic project conditions.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel or work on active job sites as needed.
- Commitment to a strong safety culture and adherence to workplace policies and standards.
- Ability to work extended hours or shifts based on project needs.

Our client is dedicated to promoting employment equity and encourages applications from equity-seeking communities including but not limited to: Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, and women. Our client aims to build a diverse team that reflects the communities it serves, enhancing its ability to meet their needs. We are committed to an inclusive and accessible work environment and invites all qualified individuals to apply, offering accommodations during the application, interview and onboarding process as needed. This effort supports our client’s long-term strategy for equity, diversity, and inclusion.

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