Job Description
AWD is a civil contracting company specializing in heavy civil utility installations, including sewer, watermain, stormwater systems, and related infrastructure projects.
The Project Manager is responsible for planning and supervising a wide range of construction projects from start to finish, ensuring a project is flawlessly managed and done right the first time. You will organize and oversee construction procedures and ensure they are completed in a timely and efficient manner, within schedule, ensuring each project meets the required GP%.
A qualified candidate must be well-versed in all construction methodologies and procedures and able to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results.
The ideal candidate should have experience in handling construction supervisors and workers, a good understanding of civil construction, understand project documents including blueprints, elevations, specifications, and soils reports and will have an analytical mind, ability to multi-task and have great organizational skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with engineers, architects, etc. to determine the specifications of the project
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers and external vendors to setup contracts for projects to reach profitable agreements
- Manage crews, ensuring that there is enough labour
- Provide direction and strategy for site crews
- Identify extras; Capitalize and secure purchase orders for extras
- Coordinate schedules with clients, subcontractors, and company staff
- Obtain permits and licenses from appropriate authorities
- Determine needed resources (manpower, equipment and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations
- Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met
- Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and report issues.
Why join us?
At AWD, you’re more than just a number – you’re part of a close-knit team where your voice is heard and your contributions truly matter. As a smaller, agile team, you’ll work closely with decision-makers and have a direct impact on the work we do every day.
We pride ourselves on a family-oriented culture that values trust, support, and long-term relationships. Many of our team members have been with us for years, a reflection of the strong community we’ve built and the opportunities we offer for personal and professional growth.
With a long history of success and a stable foundation, we’re not just focused on where we’ve been – but where we’re going. If you are looking for meaningful work in a collaborative environment where you can grow and be recognized, we’d love to meet you.
Job Type: Full-time, permanent
Salary: $90,000 - $130,000
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Profit Sharing
- Company vehicle
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday, 7am – 5pm
Work Location: In-office (Perth, ON) with travel to sites as needed