Project Manager

Our client is a well-established manufacturer and supplier of traffic safety equipment and services to municipalities across Canada. They also offer product installations, rentals, maintenance, and customized programs.

They are adding a Project Manager to join their Estimating and Project Management team at their Edmonton, AB location.

This position is accountable for supporting the growth of the E&PM team’s turnkey installation business across key locations in Canada. The role is primarily responsible for managing and coordinating installation projects from bid through execution, ensuring work is delivered safely, on time, and within budget. This includes planning resources, overseeing project performance, submitting progress billing, and maintaining strong communication with internal teams and clients. The position also supports the preparation of competitive and accurate estimates for installation opportunities to enable successful project delivery.

The role is full-time, permanent, and in-office.

Responsibilities:

• Support the preparation and submission of accurate, competitive bids aligned with project scope and risk.
• Manage project billing and invoicing, including their timely preparation and submission in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Lead and participate in project kickoff meetings and site meetings, representing the company with professionalism and clarity.
• Proactively manage project budgets, monitor costs, and implement controls to ensure delivery within approved financial targets.
• Coordinate procurement activities, including material tracking, purchase orders, and supplier performance.
• Facilitate internal kickoff meetings with Installation teams to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and execution strategy.
• Act as the primary liaison between owners, contractors, and internal installation teams to ensure clear communication around schedule, issue resolution and resource planning.
• Manage subcontractor scope, performance, and costs to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Identify, escalate, and resolve project risks, obstacles, and contractual challenges in a timely and collaborative manner.
• Prepare, review, and submit all required project documentation, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Provide mentorship and support to Project Coordinators and Co-op Students to enhance team capability and performance.
• Apply PMBOK principles, tools, and best practices to effectively plan, execute, monitor, and close projects

Qualifications:

• Civil, Mechanical, or Construction Engineering degree or technical/industrial diploma.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in civil construction or highway infrastructure, preferably involving road signs, guardrail, high-tension cable barriers, or overhead sign structures, including their design, foundations, and installation. Experience in manufacturing, oil and gas, or similar industrial environments will also be considered.
• Prior experience as a Project Coordinator or Project Manager (or equivalent functions).
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) is an asset.
• Able to work under pressure and tight timelines.
• Flexibility to travel (10% travel expected).
• Team player with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Must be resourceful, initiative and think outside the box.
• Ability to resolve project issues and conflicts.
• Ability to successfully perform tasks with very minimal supervision.

Compensation:

• $78,000-108,000 annual base salary (negotiable)
• RRSP
• Extended health benefits
• Paid time off
• Business/travel expenses
• Cellphone and laptop
• On site gym

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