Assistant Project Manager

Detailed Job Description

Who We Are

CANA has been a respected and trusted service provider in Alberta for over 80 years. Over those years, we have developed a reputation for delivering projects safely, on budget, and on schedule. We provide quality design and construction strategies and solutions to our clients using a think-straight, talk-straight, do-it-right-once approach with no surprises. We’re known for some of the city’s most iconic buildings including the Saddledome, Taylor Family Digital Library, Bella Concert Hall at Mount Royal University, and the ATCO Commercial Centre. Come join a company where you can be involved in the next iconic project to help shape the Calgary skyline for the future.

CANA Construction is part of an exciting, challenging, and evolving industry that offers a great foundation for a rewarding career. As leaders in the Construction Industry our resume includes a myriad of projects ranging from small facility renovations to commercial/industrial complexes, aviation hangars, recreation and sports facilities, educational institutions, and high-rise buildings.

The Role

Are you currently a Project Coordinator with 3-5 years of progressive experience looking for that next step?

The Assistant Construction Manager assists in providing direction for assigned projects and under the direction of a Senior Project Leader assumes responsibility for the overall project performance including costs, schedule, quality assurance and project status. This position involves subcontract negotiations, liaison with owners, engineers, and sub-trades, and management of the technical and financial aspects of the contract. The Assistant Construction Manager is part of the front-line CANA project team responsible for contact with consultants and the Owner, and is therefore responsible for promoting and projecting the CANA image of efficiency, quality, and technical competence and fair management of trades and suppliers.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction management. Equivalencies will be considered.

• 4-6 years of progressive experience in the construction industry as a Project Coordinator/Project Engineer with varied experience in the size and scope of projects.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent documentation and organizational skills.

• Strong computer skills.