Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

Location: London, Ontario

Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Industry: Heavy Civil Construction | Municipal Infrastructure | Water/Wastewater

Position Summary

Reporting to the Project Director, the Senior Project Manager will oversee the full construction project lifecycle, from tender review through project close-out. The role is responsible for project planning, contract administration, scheduling, subcontractor management, financial oversight, stakeholder coordination, and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Construction & Tendering

• Identify and evaluate tender opportunities with senior leadership.
• Support bid reviews and subcontractor selection with estimating teams.
• Manage tender closings including pricing, references, bid bonds, and documentation.
• Finalize and submit competitive tenders.

Project Planning & Contract Administration

• Review contract documents and ensure bonding, insurance, and compliance requirements are met.
• Review LOIs, purchase orders, and subcontract agreements.
• Manage owner submissions and project documentation.
• Develop project work plans and construction schedules.
• Create and maintain baseline schedules and WBS structures.

Project Execution

• Coordinate communication between project teams, consultants, owners, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Issue site instructions, change orders, and project directives.
• Monitor project progress, quantities, schedules, and site activities.
• Conduct regular site visits and work closely with Site Supervisors.
• Lead issue resolution and maintain project momentum.

Financial Management

• Approve invoices, purchase orders, and work authorizations.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, projections, and profitability.
• Participate in monthly financial reviews with senior leadership.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead subcontractor and internal project meetings.
• Participate in owner, consultant, and design coordination meetings.
• Support project close-out including as-builts and O&M manuals.
• Mentor and support Project Coordinators and junior staff.

Required Experience

• 10-15+ years of Project Management experience within:
• Heavy Civil Construction
• Municipal Infrastructure
• Water/Wastewater Projects
• Experience managing projects ranging from $5M-$25M+.
• Proven experience overseeing full project lifecycle from pre-construction through close-out.
• Strong subcontractor management and contract administration experience.

Preferred Experience

• Complex infrastructure projects including:
• Bridges
• Culverts
• Roads
• Structural Civil Projects
• Design-Build project experience.
• Experience with municipal owners and public sector infrastructure projects.

Education & Certifications

• Degree or diploma in:
• Construction Management
• Project Management
• Engineering
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• PMP, P.Eng., Gold Seal, or related certifications considered an asset.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of:
• Construction drawings and specifications
• Contracts and procurement processes
• Scheduling and work planning
• Cost control and forecasting
• OHSA and health & safety requirements
• Proficient with:
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project)
• Google Workspace

Leadership Competencies

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Experience delegating, mentoring, and developing project teams.

Compensation & Additional Information

• Base Salary: $110,000 - $135,000
• Bonus: 8% - 15% profit-sharing based on project performance and individual contribution
• Mileage reimbursement provided.
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility for candidates located in London/Goderich.
• Initial assignment is a ~$10M provincial park infrastructure project in Goderich involving:
• Site servicing
• Water i