Civil Project Manager – Earthworks

Are you a hard-working, driven professional looking to advance your career in the construction industry? Do you want to play a key role in growing the civil side of our business? If so, we want you on our team!

About Horizon Contracting Group

As an industry leader for over 30 years, Horizon provides superior civil and landscape construction, concrete, and tree care and maintenance services across Western Canada's commercial, government, and residential development sectors. With multiple locations across BC, Horizon's diverse divisions and skilled crews have successfully completed multi-million-dollar projects throughout BC.

Position Overview

The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial and operational performance of assigned projects, from preparation to execution and closeout. This role requires hands-on management to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish, monitor, and control project measurables: Scope, Budget, Schedule, and Quality.
• Oversee project timelines and communicate any changes to stakeholders.
• Participate in project review meetings with the Pre-Construction team.
• Manage contracts, including letters of intent, scope of work, and supplementary conditions.
• Prepare staging plans, review drawings/specs, and manage project changes.
• Coordinate submittals, purchase orders, and client expectations with exceptional customer service.
• Conduct in-office and on-site project pass-over meetings with the project Foreperson.
• Assist Field Manager as needed with crew direction, problem-solving, and reporting.
• Track all change management processes and document progress.
• Conduct monthly progress billing and maintain project financial records.
• Monitor project revenues, costs, and labor hours to meet targets.
• Complete project closeouts and transitions to the Services team.

What We Offer

• Extended Healthcare Options
• RRSP Matching up to $3,000 annually
• Profit Sharing opportunities
• Generous vacation and personal leave
  
• Company cell phone package
• Opportunity to become a shareholder and invest in the growth of our company
• Ongoing training and professional development

Work Schedule
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (flexibility required based on project needs). The average workweek is 40 hours.

Compensation
$88,000 - $130,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

• 3 weeks paid vacation
• 1 week of paid personal leave
• Benefits available after the probation period

Qualifications

Education

• Post-secondary education in Project Management or Construction Management preferred (Bachelor's degree or equivalent).
• A degree or diploma in Project Management, Construction Management, or Civil Technology is preferred.
• Additional certifications, such as CAPM or PMP, are considered a strong asset.
• Industry experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in civil construction industry.
• Hands-on experience with civil earthworks, including road construction, underground utilities, excavation, and site preparation.
• Proven ability to estimate civil and earthworks projects
  
• Minimum 2 years in a project foreperson or coordinator role.
• Experience in landscape and concrete projects is an asset.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, and Adobe PDF.
• Strong proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings and project documentation.
• Exceptional organizational abilities to manage schedules, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with clients, teams, and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of budgeting, cost estimating, and fiscal management principles.

Join Our Team!

If you're a dedicated professional with a passion for the construction industry and are excited to be part of a growing company, apply today to build your career with Horizon Contracting Group.

Our Core Values:

• Accountable: We take responsibility for our commitments, actions, and results.
• United: We believe in teamwork to achieve greater outcomes.
• Determined: We embrace challenges and are committed to getting the job done right.
• Genuine: We foster respectful relationships with our team, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.