Entry level construction Jobs in Vancouver, BC

Job Type:Regular

BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH TURNER CONSTRUCTION

Turner Construction Company is aNorth America–based construction services firm with operations across Asia, India, and Europe. Founded in 1902, it is guided by values of active caring, teamwork, integrity, and commitment, with more than 120 years of impact on skylines and the industry. With over 16,000 employees, Turner delivers approximately $29 billion in annual construction across 1,500+ projects, specializing in large, complex builds and advancing innovation and new technologies. Its work spans healthcare, education, commercial, aviation, and infrastructure sectors.

In Canada, where it has operated for more than 50 years, Turner employs nearly 1,000 people and generates close to $1 billion in annual revenue. With over 930 professionals, the company plays a key role in the industry while supporting communities through local projects, partnerships, and volunteer efforts. Turner is committed to quality, safety, inclusion, and building lasting value for the communities it serves.

WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER YOU

At Turner, we appreciate the strength that every member brings. As you offer your unique knowledge and help carry our company forward, we guarantee to support you in your individual growth journey. This opportunity also offers:

• A comprehensive benefits program starting on your first day, including End-of-Year Premium Pay, healthcare and dental coverage, Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) matching, and more.
• Annual base salary range for this position may be CA$110, to CA$125,, depending on experience and fit.
• Practical tools and resources to help you succeed, such as a company phone, laptop, and required safety gear.
• Summer Fridays, with early dismissals during the summer months, where applicable.
• Professional development and career growth, through technical and soft-skills training, mentorship from experienced industry professionals, and exposure to a variety of projects, roles, and business units.
• A connected and engaging workplace, with company events and the chance to get involved in the Social Committee and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), such as Mosaic, Pride, and Women’s groups.
• Community involvement, through the Community & Citizenship (C&C) Committee, volunteer events, and initiatives that give back to local communities.

THE PROJECT MANAGER OPPORTUNITY

Turner Construction’s Vancouver office is seeking a full-time Project Manager. The role requires availability to work on-site or at the head office, Monday to Friday, for 40 hours per week. The role will report to the Senior Project Manager or Project Director.

The Project Manager leads, directs, and coordinates the day-to-day management of a construction project. As a Project Manager, you will:

• Lead in the development of high-performance teams through supervision, training, coaching, and mentoring.
• Ensure regular feedback is shared with staff including timely completion of employee performance appraisals.
• Manage and develop assigned staff toward maximum job performance and career potential.
• Develop and improve upon assigned client relationships fostering a “trusted advisor” status.
• Understand and administer Turner’s contract and subcontract agreements.
• Provide leadership to positively influence change.
• Promote Turner’s involvement in the community to help build strategic relationships and to embrace the community in which we live and work.
• Foster and enhance architect, subcontractor and vendor relations.
• Establish, update, and communicate with the Master Project Schedule and manage its implementation.
• May work with the preconstruction team in development of the project.
• Manage budget and financial reporting, interpret and analyze reports to ensure adherence to project budget.
• Manage the Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) program.
• Provide leadership in risk evaluation, contract negotiations, fee and pricing decisions.
• Understand, comply, and advise others on Turner’s business ethics and compliance programs.
• Demonstrate high standard of persona; accountability and integrity.
• Mentor staff to the same high standards.
• Manage and oversee field operation and engineering processes and procedures.
• Drive competencies to team on requirements for insurance, labor relations, and employee relations.
• Drive enforcement of safety protocols by the project staff.
• Work with Finance to initiate the Pay Application process and follow up to ensure payment is received in a timely manner.
• Keep management informed progress for project and budget through regularly scheduled Operations Review Meetings.
• Support and drive utilization of various Turner initiatives.
• Promote and utilize emerging technologies and innovations to support Tuner sustainable competitive advantages.
• Provide leadership to foster an environment of diversity and inclusion.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Is this the right role for you:

• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited degree program and minimum of 4 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
• Construction or construction-related industries and organizations, preferred.
• Utilizes leading-edge technologies such as Building Information Modeling (BIM) and lean.
• Read and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills, demonstrate leadership and teamwork skills.
• Effective active listening skills and follow-up practices.
• Understand continuous improvement methods and tools.
• Possess solid problem solving and analytical capabilities, familiar with basic lean culture and concepts.
• Prioritize responsibilities for self and team.
• Approachable and effectively interact with all employee levels and management.
• Work independently with little or no supervision, collaborate with others.
• Embrace change and quick learner to adopt process and technology enhancements.
• Proficient computer skills and Microsoft suite of applications.

HOW TO START YOUR JOURNEY WITH TURNER CONSTRUCTION

We’re always looking for talented individuals who align with our positive culture and are passionate about their work. If you believe Turner Construction is the right fit for you, click "APPLY" on this posting and be sure to include your resume and cover letter.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Performing this job requires the use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk and hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on-site at the construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise in these work environments is usually moderate to very loud.

Thank you for your interest in Turner Construction! Due to the high volume of applicants, we can only respond to shortlisted; however, we will keep your information on file for future opportunities.
Turner Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available, including for applicants with disabilities, in the application and recruitment process, upon request.