Construction Manager

Job Overview

Construction & Site Leadership

• Oversee all on-site construction activities to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution.
• Oversee daily operations, site planning, resource allocation, and coordination of multiple trades and subcontractors.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with project plans, specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Support commissioning and start-up activities by coordinating technical, field, and engineering teams.

Project Management & Execution

• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules, construction plans, and progress milestones.
• Manage site budgets, track costs, review progress payments, and support change management processes.
• Identify risks, constraints, and issues early; implement corrective actions to maintain project timelines and objectives.
• Drive timely resolution of site challenges through collaboration with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders.

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring all personnel follow safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Conduct regular safety inspections, toolbox meetings, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, permits, and best practices for site protection and sustainability.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

• Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for internal teams, contractors, consultants, and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate clear communication and alignment between field operations, engineering, procurement, and project management groups.
• Build positive working relationships with local authorities, regulatory agencies, landowners, community members, and project partners.
• Represent the project at meetings, inspections, and site reviews.

Quality Assurance & Technical Oversight

• Oversee quality control processes and ensure all construction activities meet required standards.
• Review drawings, specifications, inspection reports, and documentation to verify accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate testing, inspections, commissioning, and verification activities with contractors and technical specialists.
• Ensure deficiencies are addressed and documented through established quality procedures.

Documentation, Reporting & Communication

• Prepare regular progress reports, site updates, safety records, and documentation for leadership and project teams.
• Maintain accurate records of daily site activities, decisions, inspections, testing results, and project changes.
• Support preparation of close-out documentation, turnover packages, and final inspections.
• Ensure effective communication flow between site activities and broader project management objectives.

Project Close-Out & Final Delivery

• Coordinate final inspections, punch-list activities, and resolution of outstanding deficiencies.
• Support commissioning, handover, and acceptance activities with clients and operations teams.
• Ensure site restoration, demobilization, and documentation are completed in alignment with project requirements

Qualifications

Education

• Post-secondary education in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Environmental Science, or a related technical field.
• Equivalent combination of education and extensive industry experience may be considered.
• Additional training or certifications in project management or construction management are considered an asset.

Professional Certifications & Licenses

• Project Management–related certification (e.g., PMP, CAPM, or equivalent) is an asset.
• Health & Safety certifications such as Working at Heights, Confined Space, WHMIS, or similar are preferred.
• Valid safety, site-access, or industry-specific training (e.g., lockout/tagout, equipment operation, environmental compliance) is an advantage.
• Eligibility for professional designation (engineering, project management, construction supervision) is considered beneficial.

Experience

• Progressive experience in construction, site management, project execution, or field operations in large-scale infrastructure or industrial projects.
• Experience overseeing multidisciplinary scopes (civil, mechanical, electrical, environmental) on active construction sites.
• Proven ability to manage contractors, subcontractors, and field teams to achieve safety, quality, and schedule targets.
• Demonstrated track record managing project planning, scheduling, budgeting, reporting, and risk management.
• Experience coordinating with engineering, procurement, project management, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, permitting, testing, inspections, and commissioning processes.
• Proficiency with construction management and project tracking tools (e.g., MS Office, project scheduling software, digital documentation systems).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, technical documents, field reports, and safety requirements.
• Knowledge of QA/QC procedures, environmental compliance, and industry standards.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety practices and hazard identification.
• Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to guide, supervise, and motivate diverse site teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with contractors, clients, engineers, and regulatory bodies.
• Ability to handle conflict, negotiate solutions, and make confident, timely decisions.
• High level of organization with strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage high-pressure situations and adapt to dynamic project conditions.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel or work on active job sites as needed.
• Commitment to a strong safety culture and adherence to workplace policies and standards.
• Ability to work extended hours or shifts based on project needs.