Project Manager (Construction)

What the position entails:

Ready to take the lead on exciting surveying projects? Does taking charge of surveying projects, mentoring talented teams and partnering with clients to shape the future of land development excites you? You’re exactly what we are looking for!

GeoVerra is currently seeking a Project Manager to support our Geomatics team in Edmonton, Alberta. The primary purpose of this role is to maintain client relationships through exceptional client communication and Project Management for the delivery of services that meet or exceed client expectations. This is a leadership position and has significant impact with external clients and internal team members and therefore needs to be connected and live out the Company’s Vision, Mission and Values through actions and results. What you will do:

• Lead and manage construction projects.
• Lead and/or assist in preparing quality proposals in conjunction with our proposal office that meet the client’s requirements, including but not limited to defining scope, assumptions, standard content, execution plan, detailed cost estimates and project profitability estimates.
• Build, maintain and strengthen positive relationships with clients; be/become our clients’ trusted advisor.
• Lead project teams to deliver quality work on time and on budget.
• Improve profitability of projects through effective planning and active scope/schedule management.
• Conduct Management Field Observations on a bi-annual basis to discuss safety with employees and ensure that safe working conditions are being maintained in accordance with GeoVerra’s standards.
• Monitor project and team performance. Forecast project outcomes and adjust where necessary to deliver successful project outcomes.
• Manage client expectations, scope creep and scope changes through active communication.
• Identify and resolve client, project and/or team issues.
• Communicate with clients and internal team members to ensure timely flow of information, actions, deliverables, timelines and budgets.
• Maintain a risk-aware project environment, recognizing risk events early and proactively mitigating.
• Ensure Quality, safety, legislation and industry standards are met or exceeded.
• Facilitate an environment of high performance. Mentor and support the development of self and the project team members.
• Willingness and ability to travel to sites occasionally when necessary.

What you will bring:

• Diploma or Degree in Geomatics Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, B.Sc. in Geomatics or related discipline preferred.
• Designations (CST, CET, P.Tech., ALS, CLS, P.Eng, PMP) will be considered an asset.
• 5+ years of previous project management experience with demonstrated success in managing: Client Expectations, Scope, Budget / Forecast, Schedule, and Quality.
• Experience with construction surveying with a strong understating of construction methodologies.
• Knowledge of project financial processes including estimating, managing and controlling costs, Operating Profit/Margins, and forecasting.
• Strong client management and sales skills to increase year-of-year sales with new and existing clients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively and competently with people at all levels in the organization; is a great team member.
• Ability to work without supervision; effective time management and strong organizational skills.
• Contribute on an on-going basis toward maintaining a safe working environment both for yourself and for those working with you or in your close vicinity.
• Computer literate; proficient in Windows; MS Word and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work to deadlines and see tasks through to completion.
• Strong awareness of project budget, scope and primary tasks to maintain project schedules.
• Working knowledge of laws, regulations, statutes and codes pertaining to project impacts and surveying services.
• Adaptable and able to think outside the box.
• Ability to support and mentor/teach other members of the team.

What we offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive benefit package including Health, Dental and Health Spending Account coverage, vacation, wellness days, and RRSP matching contributions.
• Tools and services to support your mental wellness
• Work-life balance
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Paid professional dues.
• Continuing education and professional development.

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This posting represents a current vacancy, not a future opportunity.Disclaimer
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Our CommitmentAs an equal opportunity employer, GeoVerra is dedicated to providing a fair and equitable recruitment and selection process. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, irrespective of abilities and background. We also recognize that the hiring process should be accessible to everyone. If you require any accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to a member of our talent attraction team at This includes any support you may need during virtual interviews or throughout the hiring journey.All accommodation requests will be handled with confidentiality and respect.