Project Manager, Heavy Civil

3 days ago


Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Sigfusson Northern Ltd. Full time

PROJECT MANAGER, HEAVY CIVIL (SITE-BASED)

LET US INTRODUCE OURSELVES

Sigfusson Northern, historically a family-owned business, has entered its 4th generation of ownership encompassing employee participation. Our primary focus is building strong and lasting relationships with our employees, our clients, and the communities we serve. Ongoing growth and diversification have positioned Sigfusson Northern at the forefront of heavy civil construction and general contracting, known for our ability to overcome any obstacle. Tough, reliable, and quality-driven, we consistently deliver the highest value. We know the north. We are multi-faceted. We help lift communities. We embrace new technology. And we are highly skilled.

WHAT THE ROLE IS ALL ABOUT

  • Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, the Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial, scheduling, contractual, and subcontractor management aspects of the assigned project(s). The Project Manager will serve as the key liaison between internal project teams, the owner, and their representatives, ensuring the successful execution of the project from inception to completion. This role involves project coordination, including managing timelines, budgets, resources, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • This is a site-based role operating on a 20/10 schedule.

ESSENTIAL CONTRIBUTIONS WE NEED FROM YOU

  • Conduct and facilitate regular project meetings (daily, weekly, bi-weekly, or as needed).
  • Meet with project owners and engineers to communicate updates, clarify questions, and resolve issues.
  • Ensure all construction activities adhere to drawings and specifications.
  • Participate in building relationships with project owners and clients.
  • Coordinate and facilitate handover meetings between the estimating and operations departments.
  • Ensure adherence to Sigfusson Northern's document control processes and procedures.
  • Develop and submit all project submittals for owner/client approval
  • Develop and update project schedules and communicate changes to management for efficient planning and resource allocation.
  • Prepare weekly and monthly cost reports.
  • Coordinate and align staffing plans for supervision and hourly staff with management to meet project demands.
  • Schedule employee responsibilities and duties for the projects as assigned
  • Coordinate manpower and equipment request lists
  • Ensure the development, implementation, and maintenance of project-specific safety documents, and oversee training and recordkeeping for personnel.
  • Collaborate with the safety manager and on-site safety staff to ensure all safety measures are regularly updated and maintained.
  • Prepare, update, and submit cash flow reports for the project management team in a timely manner.
  • Procure all required subcontractors required to execute the project.
  • Negotiate scope of work, costs, payment terms, and complete subcontractor agreements.
  • Promote and monitor the use of field tracking tools by the project team.
  • Track quantities of work produced on the project for accounting purposes.
  • Oversee the preparation, recommendation, and adherence to the project budget, ensuring financial control throughout the project lifecycle.

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU A POSITIVE IMPACT?

  • Minimum of 5+ years' experience in the construction industry, with a focus on heavy civil projects.
  • Post-secondary education in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field will be considered an asset.
  • Experience with Primavera P6 and AutoCAD will be considered an asset.
  • Ability to manage confidential information is mandatory.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, and contracts.
  • Advanced MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) is required.
  • Critical thinking and effective decision-making skills are required.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills both verbal and written as well as electronically.
  • Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Must be able to manage priorities, perform a variety of tasks and meet targets.
  • Strong commitment to safety, ensuring all work is performed in a safe and responsible manner.
  • Must hold a valid driver's license.
  • Must be able to successfully pass a drug and alcohol screening as well as a criminal background check.

READY TO JOIN US?

If you are ready to send us your application, please click Apply, attach your resume and submit it directly to our
People & Culture team.

Only those moving forward in the process will be contacted by our dynamic team of Recruiters

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER? YOU BET

The finalized base pay for a successful candidate at Sigfusson Northern is determined based on several job-related influences such as experience, training, market demands, location, role expectations etc.

Sigfusson Northern is proud to be an employer who provides equal opportunities. Our team is successful because we consist of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse experiences, perceptions, and skillsets that allow our company to continuously develop, grow, and succeed.

CAREER GROWTH? ABSOLUTELY

We are known to work on challenging yet exciting projects, and we know our success comes from our people. Growth opportunities are available and your personal and career growth are a top priority for us. We are confident you will elevate your skillset and be provided with continuous learning opportunities throughout your entire career with Sigfusson Northern.

MENTAL, PHYSICAL, & FINANCIAL HEALTH FOCUS? ALWAYS

WE CARE
is one of our core values and we truly care about your mental, physical, and financial health.
Time to recharge?
Yes. We have a great work-life balance initiative which includes a competitive vacation program and flexibility.
Competitive salaries & benefits?
Yes. We are always ensuring our employees are taken care of and we offer an appealing compensation and benefits package, along with additional perks.
Financial support?
Sigfusson Northern provides access to financial outlets and has educational sessions to assist our employees with financial planning and preparation. We care about your future

A COLLABORATIVE, MOTIVATING, AND FUN ENVIRONMENT? OF COURSE

In your first few days, it's all about getting settled in, meeting your new teammates, and ensuring you have everything you need to be successful in your role. We care about first impressions, and we want to make sure you have the best one. Our onboarding experience is something we take seriously, and we want you to feel valued as soon as you walk through the door. We continuously put on exciting company events, celebrations, and have recognition programs to show our employees that we appreciate them, and we encourage collaboration, and a dynamic, strong, and positive workplace culture.

SO, WHY CHOOSE US?

  • Our
    company culture
    ; it's something unique and special.
  • This opportunity allows you to be a
    valued leader
    in our company.
  • The opportunity to bring a
    renewed perspective
    and innovative approaches to our project operations.
  • Competitive salary, above market bonus program.
  • An
    employee-owned
    company.
  • Employer paid
    benefits.
  • RSP/DPSP
    Program.
  • Learning and development
    opportunities and reimbursements.
  • Continuous
    leadership training
    provided.


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