Senior Project Manager - Michels Canada

Senior Project Manager
Full-time, Permanent
Coquitlam, BC

Work with people who treat you like friends.

Imagine an office where everyone is watching out for you because they know you’re watching out for them. Our company sees construction as a team sport, so we care about each other as a team. That level of caring filters through investments in local community groups and charities because we also care about the communities we work in.

Michels Canada empowers your personal and professional growth, equipping you with the tools and support needed to create impactful solutions that shape a better future for others. 

About us:
Michels Canada is a nationally recognized general contractor in energy, infrastructure and construction based in Nisku, Alberta, with offices in British Columbia and Ontario. We are part of the Michels Family of Companies. 

The Michels Family of Companies is a privately owned global construction company with operations across North America, Australia, Singapore, and Germany. It is headquartered in Brownsville, Wisconsin, USA. 

Our Coquitlam team is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join us and lead the full project lifecycle - from bid handover through execution and closeout - guiding complex infrastructure and construction work to be delivered safely, on schedule, within scope, and on budget. You will set and drive the strategies needed to hit key milestones and optimize costs across your assigned projects or project components. To succeed, you will bring strong leadership, clear communication, and sharp problem-solving to align cross-functional teams and deliver project objectives. This position is based in Coquitlam, BC, with travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities:

• Maintaining and promoting a strong safety culture for all employees, vendors, and customers and following all safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Leading and managing all phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
• Overseeing multiple projects or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Developing and executing comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, resources, and risk assessments.
• Directing and coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Conducting regular site visits and provide hands-on support to field operations.
• Preparing, managing, and forecasting project budgets and schedules.
• Interpreting cost reports and ensuring financial performance targets are achieved.
• Overseeing procurement activities including bid analysis, subcontractor selection, and contract negotiations.
• Administering contracts, including claims management, holdbacks, and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and opportunities; adjust plans proactively to maintain schedule and budget.
• Monitoring project progress and proactively adjusting plans to maintain schedule and budget.
• Implementing and tracking productivity KPIs and performance metrics.
• Producing accurate, timely, and well‑organized estimates.
• Creating scopes of work and issuing request‑for‑quote packages.
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Leading project meetings and ensuring clear, timely communication across all stakeholders.
• Preparing and presenting regular project status reports to senior management.
• Leading or supporting quality control and quality management systems.
• Mentoring and developing Project Managers, Coordinators, and field staff through clear direction, coaching, and constructive feedback.
• Fostering a collaborative, high-performance team culture; facilitating conflict resolution and effective problem-solving.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, productivity, and project delivery outcomes.
• Overseeing project closeout, including final quality documentation and successful project turnover.
• Conducting post-project evaluations and capturing lessons learned to inform future work.
• Performing additional duties as assigned. 

Requirements:

• Legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 8–12+ years of progressive project management experience in heavy civil or infrastructure construction.
• Demonstrated success delivering large, complex projects with strong safety, schedule, and cost outcomes.
• Proficiency with project management and scheduling tools such as MS Project, Primavera P6, and Bluebeam.
• Strong knowledge of construction systems, methodologies, and industry best practices.
• Solid experience in budgeting, cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Strong contract and negotiation skills.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools (Excel, Word, Teams).
• Ability to analyze data, translate insights into action, and improve project performance.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach.
• Proven ability to build teams, manage stakeholders, and juggle priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, including conflict resolution and client relationship management.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and results-driven, with a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. 

Benefits:
We offer competitive total compensation, meaningful and challenging work, and an engaging and collaborative environment. For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.michelscanada.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. For other opportunities at Michels Canada, join us at https://www.michelscanada.com/jobs/apply/.

It is our commitment to create a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, or ordinances. If you need assistance and /or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruitment process, please send us an email to: careers@michelscanada.com.

No recruitment agencies, please!

**Please be aware! **
 It has come to Michels Canada attention that job seekers have received false employment offers from individuals or organizations posing as Michels Canada. Please keep in mind these important tips:

• Michels Canada does not require payment from anyone seeking employment at any time during the recruitment and/or selection process.
• All recruitment email correspondence comes from email addresses displaying the correct spelling of our company name: @michelscanada.com or @michels.us.
• Formal offers of employment are only made once the recruitment and selection process are complete. Personal and banking information is NOT collected until you have been personally onboarded by our HR team.
• We do not extend any formal offers of employment or execute employment agreements through text messaging, social media, job posting websites or social chat platforms.

We take this matter seriously and are continuously working with the appropriate authorities. Please remain aware of this matter, report any suspicious outreach to your local authorities, and email any concerns to hrcompliance@michelscanada.com.

Please note: resumes sent to this email will not be considered; please apply directly to our current career opportunities at https://www.michelscanada.com/jobs/apply.

Please note: All job postings at Michels Canada are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. While Michels Canada may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support part of the screening process, applications are still reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition Team to ensure a thorough and fair evaluation.

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