Project Manager

Our client is a well-established civil contractor delivering underground utilities, earthworks, excavation, and infrastructure projects throughout the Lower Mainland. With a strong self-perform model and a collaborative project delivery approach, the company is committed to safely delivering high-quality work and building long-term relationships with clients, consultants, and project partners.

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their growing team. This role is well suited to a construction professional with a strong background in underground utilities and heavy civil construction who can lead projects from pre-construction through closeout while working closely with field operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead civil construction projects from pre-construction through project closeout.
• Manage project controls, including cost management, forecasting, contingency planning, and profitability.
• Conduct monthly project cost reviews and forecasts with senior leadership.
• Provide technical input during pre-construction, planning, and estimating activities.
• Coordinate project teams, including estimators, superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers.
• Review and administer construction contracts, working with legal counsel and internal departments as required.
• Lead procurement activities, including negotiations with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Ensure all project startup requirements, permits, licenses, documentation, and resources are in place.
• Develop and maintain project schedules in collaboration with the project team.
• Manage manpower, equipment, materials, and other project resources within budgetary constraints.
• Work closely with site teams to identify and resolve construction, quality, schedule, and operational issues.
• Manage change orders, extra work, claims, and other commercial requirements.
• Maintain strong client, owner, consultant, and stakeholder relationships.
• Lead project meetings and attend site meetings as required.
• Manage project risk registers and ensure appropriate mitigation strategies are implemented.
• Monitor project safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Support timely progress billing and receivables collection.
• Lead project closeout, including final contract documentation and resolution of outstanding claims.
• Lead project debriefs to identify lessons learned and opportunities for improvement.
• Promote a culture aligned with safety, quality, integrity, sustainability, and project success.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• 10+ years of experience in civil construction, with experience across infrastructure projects.
• Strong project management experience within underground utilities, earthworks, roadbuilding, excavation, shoring, and/or heavy civil construction.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects through the full lifecycle, from pre-construction to closeout.
• Strong understanding of project financial controls, forecasting, change management, contracts, and risk.
• Proven ability to lead project teams and work effectively with field operations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong client and stakeholder relationship management abilities.
• Ability to analyze project issues and develop practical solutions.
• Experience working in a unionized construction environment is an asset.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred.

Technical Skills

Proficiency with construction and project management software, including:

• HCSS Suite
• Bluebeam
• AGTEK
• Spectrum
• Microsoft Project
• Microsoft Office
• Adobe

What This Opportunity Offers

• Opportunity to join an established and growing civil contractor in the Lower Mainland.
• Leadership role with direct involvement across pre-construction, operations, and project delivery.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of underground utility, earthworks, excavation, and infrastructure projects.
• Collaborative environment with strong interaction between project management and field operations.
• Opportunity to contribute to project strategy, profitability, and overall business performance.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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