Lead, Project Management

At Volker Stevin Construction, our Project Manager Leads are integral to the success of every project, ensuring smooth operations and the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality construction. If you’re eager to take on a senior leadership role where collaboration, technical expertise, and strategic execution are key, we invite you to join our team. Together, we continue to set the standard for excellence in underground infrastructure and large-scale earthworks , including deep water, sanitary, storm, utilities, and Alberta Transportation–specification grading and earthmoving projects.

The Role  Reporting to the Operations Manager (Grande Prairie) , the Project Manager Lead oversees the planning and execution of a diverse portfolio of underground utility and earthworks projects across residential, commercial, and municipal sectors.
This is a true player-coach role. In addition to providing leadership, mentorship, and oversight for the Project Management group, the Project Manager Lead will personally manage several complex projects, driving scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety fro m award through close-out. This role sets the standard for project delivery discipline, accountability, and client experience across the Grande Prairie operation.
How You’llAdd Value   Actively contribute to a strong safety culture by supporting safe practices across both underground and earthworks operations
Provide leadership across a portfolio of underground infrastructure and earthworks projects, including grading, mass excavati on, and Alberta Transportation–spec civil work
Independently manage assigned projects while also providing oversight and technical leadership to other Project Managers and Coordinators
Act as the primary escalation point for project risks, client concerns, change management, and technical challenges
Support and mentor the PM team through coaching, project reviews, and hands-on problem solving
Establish and enforce consistent project delivery standards across underground and earthworks scopes, including cost control, scheduling, documentation, and reporting
Lead risk reviews, progress meetings, and cost-to-complete forecasting
Work closely with Field Operations, Estimating, and Engineering to ensure strong handoffs, constructability, and execution alignment
Conduct site visits to ensure work complies with specifications, safety requirements, and quality standards
Build strong working relationships with municipalities, Alberta Transportation, consultants, subcontractors, and clients
What You Bring   5+ years of progressive project management experience in underground utilities, civil infrastructure, and/or earthworks
Strong background in projects involving deep utilities, grading, excavation, mass earthworks, and municipal or Alberta Transportation specifications
CET, Construction Project Management Degree, P.Eng., or trade background in civil construction (or an equivalent combination of experience and education)
Demonstrated ability to both lead a team and personally deliver projects in a high-accountability environment
Solid understanding of excavation, shoring, dewatering, utility installation, and heavy civil earthworks operations
Proven ability to manage cost, schedule, subcontractors, and client expectations
Strong communication, organization, and documentation discipline
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License with acceptable abstract

Note:

Pre-employment Drug & Alcohol and Fit-for-Work Testingrequired.
How We Make It Count  The Volker Stevin Construction Advantage
100% Employer-Paid Benefits:
Enjoy industry-leading comprehensive health and wellness coverage
RRSP:
Build your future with employer RRSP contributions for eligible employees
Long-Term Careers:
Join a team with an average tenure of 7.3 years across all roles
Seasonal Rehire Loyalty: 44% of seasonal employees return year after year
Professional Growth:
Access 400+ training courses in safety, upskilling, and leadership development
Unlimited Potential:
Be part of a company that supports your goals and helps you succeed
Our Commitment to You  Connecting People with Progress
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