Construction Project Manager
We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead commercial and multi-residential projects in the Edmonton market. This role is ideal for a driven, hands-on leader who can manage projects end-to-end, make confident decisions, and elevate the performance of those around them. You will play a key role in a fast-growing, entrepreneurial construction environment where results, accountability, and ownership matter.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead commercial and multi-residential construction projects from pre-construction through close-out, including renovations, tenant improvements, and new builds
- Own project budgets, schedules, quality control, safety compliance, and client satisfaction
- Participate in pre-construction estimating, scope development, and planning
- Develop, manage, and track critical paths to deliver projects on aggressive timelines
- Directly manage and mentor Project Coordinators, ensuring accountability and performance
- Select, onboard, and manage subcontractors and trades, including performance evaluation
- Maintain strong, proactive communication with clients, investors, consultants, and internal stakeholders
- Make informed, independent decisions to keep projects moving without reliance on constant oversight
- Work closely with the safety function to ensure all projects meet safety and compliance requirements
- Maintain accurate project documentation, forecasting, invoicing, and reporting
Required Experience and Qualifications:
- Significant experience managing commercial and multi-residential construction projects
- Strong understanding of critical path methodology and construction sequencing
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects valued from several hundred thousand dollars up to approximately one million dollars
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing Project Coordinators or similar roles
- Comfortable operating in a lean, fast-paced construction environment
- Strong technical understanding of construction processes, means, and methods
- Excellent communication skills with the confidence to lead clients, trades, and internal teams
- Highly organized, decisive, and solutions-oriented
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- A senior-level Project Manager who can step in and contribute immediately
- A leader who raises the performance of their team and holds others accountable
- Results-driven with a strong work ethic and sense of ownership
- Comfortable making decisions and driving outcomes without constant direction
- Thrives in a growth-oriented company where everyone is expected to pull their weight
- Focused on delivering quality work efficiently, not just managing paperwork
Compensation and Benefits:
- Base salary range of $90,000 to $110,000, depending on experience
- Benefits package provided
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please reach out to Mike Gosine at mike.g@summitsearchgroup.com
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