Project Manager; Civil

Project Manager, Civil Construction

Department
:
Excavation Division
Location
:
Niagara Region Office, Welland
Reports to
:
Construction Manager
Employment Typ
e:
Full-Time, Permanent

Originally established in 2004, what started out as a vision with four employees, one excavator, two triaxle dump trucks, and one backhoe has turned into reality. Located in the Niagara Region, the group consists of six divisions:
Peters Excavating, Peters Crushing and Recycling, Peters Environmental, Enviro Grow Soil Solutions, Peters Concrete, and Peters Haulage. Beyond the 6 divisions, the group has also expanded its presence through Powercon Utility Services and Paragon Development Group.

Peters Construction Group has emerged as a top-of-the-list competitive Heavy Civil Contractor. Our disciplines include road construction, earthworks, mobile crushing, environmental remediation, project management and development, and material hauling and disposal.

Peters Construction Group is a rapidly growing group of companies that is committed to the highest quality of workmanship.

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of complex civil construction projects within the sewer and watermain sector. This role is ideal for a construction professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong client relationships, and is passionate about delivering high-quality projects safely, on time, and on budget.

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing multiple projects across both private and municipal sectors. Working closely with Site Coordinators, Subcontractors, Suppliers, and Clients, you will provide leadership throughout all phases of project delivery, from planning and budgeting through construction and warranty support.

The successful candidate will be a proactive leader with strong financial acumen, exceptional organizational skills, and a commitment to quality, safety, and operational excellence.

• Lead the planning, scheduling, and execution of multiple civil construction projects simultaneously.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, ensuring milestones and deliverables are achieved.
• Monitor project progress and proactively address delays, risks, and resource constraints.
• Coordinate project activities with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.

• Manage project budgets and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly project financial reports, forecasts, and cost reports.
• Identify cost overruns and implement corrective action plans to maintain project profitability.
• Ensure accurate project accounting and cost control practices are maintained.

• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to minimize company exposure.
• Manage contractual obligations and ensure compliance with subcontractor and supplier agreements.
• Implement strategies to address schedule, financial, operational, and construction-related risks.

• Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to Site Coordinators, Superintendents, and project teams.
• Delegate responsibilities effectively while maintaining accountability for project outcomes.
• Foster collaboration and communication among internal and external stakeholders.
• Support and mentor field personnel to ensure successful project execution.

• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, municipalities, and project partners.
• Ensure client expectations are understood and consistently met throughout project delivery.
• Communicate project updates, challenges, and solutions in a timely and professional manner.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project-related matters.

• Lead tendering, bid evaluations, subcontractor selection, and project buy-outs.
• Review and approve contracts, scopes of work, and purchase agreements.
• Manage contract administration and ensure compliance with project requirements.

• Conduct regular site visits to ensure quality standards, safety requirements, and project objectives are being achieved.
• Promote and enforce company safety programs and industry best practices.
• Ensure projects comply with applicable regulations, permits, specifications, and company standards.
• Work closely with field leadership to…