Role Description
The Construction Project Manager is a full-time position responsible for overseeing industrial, commercial, and residential construction projects at multiple sites throughout Newfoundland. This position requires regular travel between project locations and an on-site presence to coordinate work and support project delivery.
The Construction Project Manager manages projects from planning through completion, overseeing scope, schedules, budgets, resources, and subcontractors. Key responsibilities include developing project plans, coordinating trades and materials, monitoring progress, resolving site issues, managing risks, and reporting project status to leadership and clients.
The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of residential construction, including site preparation, framing, building envelopes, interior finishes, and the coordination of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing trades. They will ensure all work meets project specifications, quality expectations, safety standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience managing industrial, commercial, or residential construction projects from planning through completion.
- Strong understanding of residential construction methods, materials, trade sequencing, and the overall building process.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and project documents.
- Understanding of applicable building codes, permit requirements, inspections, and construction safety practices.
- Strong project planning, scheduling, coordination, and stakeholder communication skills.
- Experience managing budgets, controlling costs, tracking expenditures, and administering change orders.
- Ability to coordinate labour, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and suppliers across multiple project sites.
- Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, resolve site issues, and maintain a safe and productive work environment.
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Proficiency with project management software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Willingness and ability to travel and work at various project locations throughout Newfoundland.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Post-secondary education in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and practical construction experience.
- Relevant professional certifications, trade qualifications, or construction safety training are considered assets.
