Senior Project Manager

• Location: Edmonton, Alberta
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #14667
• Salary: CA$150,000 Per Hour

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead the civil, earthworks, and below-grade utilities scope on a major data centre campus just north of Edmonton. The project is a joint venture, with the client leading civil and a joint venture partner leading the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing scope. The broader project team brings together leading engineering and construction firms, with up to approximately 3,000 tradespeople on site at peak construction.

Earthworks, including initial paving, is already underway, and the majority of the civil, heavy civil, and utilities work is still ahead. This is a long-term opportunity with an estimated 3 to 5 year duration, and one of the strongest chances in the province to take ownership of a scope at this scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead the civil, earthworks, and below-grade utilities scope for the data centre project, and act as a resource to Operations teams, providing project management guidance and support
• Manage multiple or large project scopes with an emphasis on project engineering
• Lead constructability reviews during Preconstruction and work with the Preconstruction team to prepare estimates
• Participate in and lead tenders, bid leveling, scope reviews, and award meetings
• Oversee execution of client contracts
• Lead Operational Review Meetings (ORM) and Owner Architect Contractor (OAC) meetings
• Communicate and negotiate with Architects and Engineers on issues that affect project outcomes
• Develop and review Project Execution Plans (PEP) and Quality Control (QC) Plans
• Lead project start-up and maintain oversight of procedures throughout the project
• Ensure strict adherence to safety, ethics, and compliance requirements
• Review schedules weekly and develop mitigation plans when work falls behind
• Lead project forecasting and attend forecasting meetings with project teams
• Lead the development of Risk Registers and risk mitigation planning
• Manage QC inspections to confirm installations match contract documents and approved shop drawings
• Maintain a strong on-site presence, with regular jobsite visits and meetings
• Train, coach, and evaluate project staff, and hold regular performance and development discussions with direct reports
• Maintain Launch and Closeout Boards and report on project status at Launch and Closeout meetings
• Share best practices across projects, lead lean and continuous improvement initiatives, and roll out new technologies on site

Qualifications

Required

• 8+ years of Project Management or construction leadership experience
• Direct experience managing large-scale below-grade utilities construction
• Civil and earthworks experience
• Genuine senior-level leadership capability
• Comfortable working primarily on site
• Bachelor’s degree, diploma, or certificate in Civil Engineering, Construction, or a related program, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Strong knowledge of construction cost, scheduling, estimating, purchasing, engineering principles, and accounting procedures
• Strong presentation, verbal, and written communication skills
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to manage concurrent priorities for self and team
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

Preferred

• Experience on large industrial, infrastructure, or campus-style projects ($150M to $10B)
• ICI or commercial building experience (a strong asset)
• Previous formal leadership experience
• Familiarity with lean culture and concepts and continuous improvement methods
• Edmonton-based; candidates across Canada are welcome if willing to relocate permanently

Why Join?

• Salary of $140,000 to $180,000, depending on experience
• Lead a key scope on a $13B+ data centre campus, one of Alberta’s largest construction projects
• Long-term stability with an estimated 3 to 5 year project duration
• Work alongside leading engineering and construction firms on a landmark joint venture
• Strong internal growth opportunities, with significant future hiring expected
• Relocation assistance may be available for candidates moving to Edmonton
• Backed by a global construction leader

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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.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com
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