Senior Project Manager

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in underground utility construction? Our client a long-established Calgary-based civil and underground contractor with a century-plus legacy delivering large infrastructure projects across Alberta is hiring a Senior Project Manager to join their growing team.

As a key member of the leadership team, the Senior Project Manager will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of major underground utility projects focused on municipal infrastructure. Reporting to senior leadership, you’ll be accountable for overseeing multidisciplinary project teams, managing client relationships, and delivering on schedule, within scope and budget.

This role offers a competitive salary and an excellent opportunity to work with one of Alberta’s largest underground and civil contractors.

• Senior Project Manager: $100,000 – $120,000 CAD annually (dependent on experience)
• Junior Project Manager: considered at approx. $90,000 CAD

• Lead full project life cycles for underground utility infrastructure, including deep sewer mains, water mains, force mains, forcemain installation, trenchless crossings, and related civils.
• Manage project budgets, scheduling, forecasting, and resourcing to ensure delivery targets are met.
• Coordinate and mentor multidisciplinary project teams — including superintendents, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Serve as primary client contact, building strong relationships and ensuring exceptional service and communication.
• Implement and promote strong health, safety, and quality standards across all project activities.
• Prepare and present regular project status updates and reporting for senior leadership and clients.

• 3–5+ years experience in a Project Management role, ideally within underground utility construction (municipal infrastructure focus).
• Proven ability to manage complex civil construction projects from planning through completion.
• Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.

• PMP, P.Eng, or equivalent project management certification.
• Experience with trenchless construction and large-diameter installation methods.
  
  Strong financial acumen and proficiency with construction management software.