Project Manager | Construction
Top Benefits
About the role
Division: Canada - Vancouver
Project Location(s): Vancouver, BC V5K 0A1 CAN
Job Type: Regular
Job Classification: Experienced
BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH TURNER CONSTRUCTION Turner Construction, founded in 1902, is North America's largest general builder, shaping skylines globally with over 11,500 professionals and $17 billion in annual volume. We handle 1,500 projects annually across sectors like healthcare, education, and commercial spaces, combining local agility with global strength.
Since 1951, Turner has been a key player in Canada's construction industry, with nearly $1 billion in annual revenue and over 930 professionals. Our Vancouver team, established in 2011, leads with $300 million in annual revenue and expertise in complex projects. Named one of BC’s Top 100 Employers in 2023 and recognized with multiple industry awards, Turner is committed to quality, safety, and fostering an inclusive work environment.
Turner Construction isn't just about buildings – we’re about building futures, empowering employees, and leaving a lasting legacy for the communities we serve.
THE PROJECT MANAGER OPPOURTUNITY Canadian Turner Construction’s Vancouver, is seeking a full-time Project Manager. The role requires availability to work on-site or in the head office from Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. In this role, you will manage, evaluate and assess information necessary to construct a core construction project on time, within budget and to the quality specified by the contract documents. Responsible for building overall project “on paper.”
As a Project Manager, you will:
- Participate in preconstruction activities including design reviews, tendering, bid levelling and reviews, award meetings and project launch
- Participate and review Project Execution and Quality Control (QC) plans with Project Superintendent (PS).
- Maintain detailed knowledge of Prime Contract and terms.
- Finalize team roles and responsibilities and chair meeting with project team meeting to discuss.
- Serve as liaison with Architects, Subcontractors, Consultants, Suppliers, Inspectors, and other project staff and owner representatives in resolving issues related to plans and specifications.
- Chair Owner Architect and Consultant (OAC) meetings.
- Oversee and make decisions related to contract drawings and subcontract information. Ensure drawings and specifications accurately relate to estimate.
- Manage Last Planner System® (LPS) process, including preparing, facilitating, and coaching trades in each step.
- Manage project budget including reviews of invoices, follow through on claim submittals.
- Own completion and presentation of monthly forecasting and progress reporting to Operations Manager (OM).
- Prepare and present Operations Review Meeting (ORM) documentation to OM.
- Manage submittals and shop drawings, assess all for conformance to contract specifications and resolve conflicts in interpretation.
- Log, manage, and resolve change orders identified on Constraint Log.
- Conduct Quality Control (QC) inspections to ensure installations are per contract documents and in accordance with approved shop drawings.
- Communicate critical path and coordination risks that affect project schedule. Prepare and manage Long Lead Matrix.
- Negotiate Change Orders. Manage information on changes in work; prepare independent analysis, as required; obtain and check estimates for changes from subcontractor; obtain approval of Architect and Owner, and resolving any conflicts.
- Oversee closeout process. Manage Commissioning, occupancy, final handover, training, holdback, and financial closeout.
- Support Building Living Injury Free Every Day (L.I.F.E.) practice on project.
- Supervise Assistant Project Managers, Project and Construction Coordinators, Co-Op Students and provide input on performance appraisals.
- Hold regular check-in meetings with direct reports.
- Prepare Scope of Work documents for trades.
- Develop reports such as General Conditions Items, labor, safety, Change Order logs, and Quality Control.
- Scheduling and managing subcontractor trade coordination meetings, preconstruction meetings and submittal review meetings.
- Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.
Is this the right role for you:
- Bachelor’s Degree from accredited degree program and minimum of 4 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience
- Construction or construction-related industries and organizations, preferred
- Utilizes leading-edge technologies such as Building Information Modeling (BIM) and lean
- Understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule
- Professional verbal and written communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills, demonstrate leadership and teamwork skills
- Effective active listening skills and follow-up practices
- Understand continuous improvement methods and tools
- Possess solid problem solving and analytical capabilities, familiar with basic lean culture and concepts
- Prioritize responsibilities for self and team
- Project management skills
- Approachable and effectively interact with all employee levels and management
- Work independently with little or no supervision, collaborate with others
- Embrace change and quick learner to adopt process and technology enhancements
- Proficient computer skills and Microsoft suite of applications
At Turner, we appreciate the strength that every member brings. As you offer your unique knowledge and help carry our company forward, we guarantee to support you in your individual growth journey. The annual base salary range for this position may be CA$110,000 to CA$130,000, depending on experience and fit. Besides a competitive base compensation, we offer a thorough benefits program including End of Year Premium Pay, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, Summer Fridays, gym access, referral bonus program, regular social events, soft and hard skill training opportunities, and much more!
How To Start Your Journey With Turner Construction We’re always looking for talented individuals who align with our positive culture and are passionate about their work. If you believe Turner Construction is the right fit for you, click "APPLY" on this posting and be sure to include your resume and cover letter. Additional Information More Opportunities:
- Community & Citizenship Committee: Come join our C&C Committee to get involved in facilitating and coordinating various community-oriented initiatives and projects that align with the company's values and objectives. This committee brings Turner and the community together by fostering positive relationships and creating a sense of social responsibility among employees.
- Social Committee: Opportunity to get involved with social committee that focuses on organizing and managing social and recreational activities for employees. This committee plays a significant role in enhancing the workplace environment and improves overall employee morale. It creates a positive and engaging workplace atmosphere.
- Growth and Development: Turner provides constant support to their employees by using tools to review employees' capabilities, accomplishments, and progress. These are in place to ensure all team members have constant check-ins, feedback sessions and goals settings to ensure they are performing at their best and get the support needed to grow professionally.
Physical Demands & Work Environment: The job requires climbing stairs, using hoists and ladders, and navigating construction areas. Employees will frequently sit, climb, stoop, kneel, use tools, and work with computers. Vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The role involves mobility, occasional travel, and work at various sites. Employees must lift up to 10 pounds regularly and 25 pounds occasionally. Work environments include construction sites with exposure to hazards like mechanical parts, heights, fumes, and noise. Employees must follow safety policies, with accommodations available for disabilities.
Thank you for your interest in Turner Construction! Due to the high volume of applicants, we can only respond to shortlisted; however, we will keep your information on file for future opportunities. Turner Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available, including for applicants with disabilities, in the application and recruitment process, upon request.
About Turner Construction Company
Turner is a North America-based, international construction services company and is a leading builder in diverse and numerous market segments. The company has earned recognition for undertaking large, complex projects, fostering innovation, embracing emerging technologies, and making a difference for their clients, employees and community.
OUR VISION To be the highest value provider of global construction services and technical expertise.
Turner embraces a Lean management approach, and a culture that emphasizes collaboration, reliability of scheduling and delivery of the most value while consuming the fewest resources. Lean principles drive the efficient delivery of our services.
Turner recognizes the importance of innovation and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. A key element of our company vision is to develop and embrace emerging technologies and processes. As part of our effort to achieve this vision, Turner has a culture where employees share their ideas and engagement with one another to develop innovative ideas as well as evaluate and implement improvements at Turner.
Turner fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion in which all employees contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, and have the opportunity to grow. Our diverse and inclusive workforce positions the company to grow, enhances our presence in diverse markets, and helps us build enduring relationships with each other, industry partners, and our clients.
Turner understands the environmental, social, and economic impact of our activities and that it is our responsibility to conduct our business in a transparent and ethical manner that supports our goals for client service, community involvement, environmental performance, financial strength and employee health, safety and well-being. Our core values of integrity, teamwork and commitment guide our activities and we expect the organizations with which we do business to share our commitments.
Project Manager | Construction
Top Benefits
About the role
Division: Canada - Vancouver
Project Location(s): Vancouver, BC V5K 0A1 CAN
Job Type: Regular
Job Classification: Experienced
BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH TURNER CONSTRUCTION Turner Construction, founded in 1902, is North America's largest general builder, shaping skylines globally with over 11,500 professionals and $17 billion in annual volume. We handle 1,500 projects annually across sectors like healthcare, education, and commercial spaces, combining local agility with global strength.
Since 1951, Turner has been a key player in Canada's construction industry, with nearly $1 billion in annual revenue and over 930 professionals. Our Vancouver team, established in 2011, leads with $300 million in annual revenue and expertise in complex projects. Named one of BC’s Top 100 Employers in 2023 and recognized with multiple industry awards, Turner is committed to quality, safety, and fostering an inclusive work environment.
Turner Construction isn't just about buildings – we’re about building futures, empowering employees, and leaving a lasting legacy for the communities we serve.
THE PROJECT MANAGER OPPOURTUNITY Canadian Turner Construction’s Vancouver, is seeking a full-time Project Manager. The role requires availability to work on-site or in the head office from Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week. In this role, you will manage, evaluate and assess information necessary to construct a core construction project on time, within budget and to the quality specified by the contract documents. Responsible for building overall project “on paper.”
As a Project Manager, you will:
- Participate in preconstruction activities including design reviews, tendering, bid levelling and reviews, award meetings and project launch
- Participate and review Project Execution and Quality Control (QC) plans with Project Superintendent (PS).
- Maintain detailed knowledge of Prime Contract and terms.
- Finalize team roles and responsibilities and chair meeting with project team meeting to discuss.
- Serve as liaison with Architects, Subcontractors, Consultants, Suppliers, Inspectors, and other project staff and owner representatives in resolving issues related to plans and specifications.
- Chair Owner Architect and Consultant (OAC) meetings.
- Oversee and make decisions related to contract drawings and subcontract information. Ensure drawings and specifications accurately relate to estimate.
- Manage Last Planner System® (LPS) process, including preparing, facilitating, and coaching trades in each step.
- Manage project budget including reviews of invoices, follow through on claim submittals.
- Own completion and presentation of monthly forecasting and progress reporting to Operations Manager (OM).
- Prepare and present Operations Review Meeting (ORM) documentation to OM.
- Manage submittals and shop drawings, assess all for conformance to contract specifications and resolve conflicts in interpretation.
- Log, manage, and resolve change orders identified on Constraint Log.
- Conduct Quality Control (QC) inspections to ensure installations are per contract documents and in accordance with approved shop drawings.
- Communicate critical path and coordination risks that affect project schedule. Prepare and manage Long Lead Matrix.
- Negotiate Change Orders. Manage information on changes in work; prepare independent analysis, as required; obtain and check estimates for changes from subcontractor; obtain approval of Architect and Owner, and resolving any conflicts.
- Oversee closeout process. Manage Commissioning, occupancy, final handover, training, holdback, and financial closeout.
- Support Building Living Injury Free Every Day (L.I.F.E.) practice on project.
- Supervise Assistant Project Managers, Project and Construction Coordinators, Co-Op Students and provide input on performance appraisals.
- Hold regular check-in meetings with direct reports.
- Prepare Scope of Work documents for trades.
- Develop reports such as General Conditions Items, labor, safety, Change Order logs, and Quality Control.
- Scheduling and managing subcontractor trade coordination meetings, preconstruction meetings and submittal review meetings.
- Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.
Is this the right role for you:
- Bachelor’s Degree from accredited degree program and minimum of 4 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience
- Construction or construction-related industries and organizations, preferred
- Utilizes leading-edge technologies such as Building Information Modeling (BIM) and lean
- Understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule
- Professional verbal and written communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills, demonstrate leadership and teamwork skills
- Effective active listening skills and follow-up practices
- Understand continuous improvement methods and tools
- Possess solid problem solving and analytical capabilities, familiar with basic lean culture and concepts
- Prioritize responsibilities for self and team
- Project management skills
- Approachable and effectively interact with all employee levels and management
- Work independently with little or no supervision, collaborate with others
- Embrace change and quick learner to adopt process and technology enhancements
- Proficient computer skills and Microsoft suite of applications
At Turner, we appreciate the strength that every member brings. As you offer your unique knowledge and help carry our company forward, we guarantee to support you in your individual growth journey. The annual base salary range for this position may be CA$110,000 to CA$130,000, depending on experience and fit. Besides a competitive base compensation, we offer a thorough benefits program including End of Year Premium Pay, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, Summer Fridays, gym access, referral bonus program, regular social events, soft and hard skill training opportunities, and much more!
How To Start Your Journey With Turner Construction We’re always looking for talented individuals who align with our positive culture and are passionate about their work. If you believe Turner Construction is the right fit for you, click "APPLY" on this posting and be sure to include your resume and cover letter. Additional Information More Opportunities:
- Community & Citizenship Committee: Come join our C&C Committee to get involved in facilitating and coordinating various community-oriented initiatives and projects that align with the company's values and objectives. This committee brings Turner and the community together by fostering positive relationships and creating a sense of social responsibility among employees.
- Social Committee: Opportunity to get involved with social committee that focuses on organizing and managing social and recreational activities for employees. This committee plays a significant role in enhancing the workplace environment and improves overall employee morale. It creates a positive and engaging workplace atmosphere.
- Growth and Development: Turner provides constant support to their employees by using tools to review employees' capabilities, accomplishments, and progress. These are in place to ensure all team members have constant check-ins, feedback sessions and goals settings to ensure they are performing at their best and get the support needed to grow professionally.
Physical Demands & Work Environment: The job requires climbing stairs, using hoists and ladders, and navigating construction areas. Employees will frequently sit, climb, stoop, kneel, use tools, and work with computers. Vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. The role involves mobility, occasional travel, and work at various sites. Employees must lift up to 10 pounds regularly and 25 pounds occasionally. Work environments include construction sites with exposure to hazards like mechanical parts, heights, fumes, and noise. Employees must follow safety policies, with accommodations available for disabilities.
Thank you for your interest in Turner Construction! Due to the high volume of applicants, we can only respond to shortlisted; however, we will keep your information on file for future opportunities. Turner Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available, including for applicants with disabilities, in the application and recruitment process, upon request.
About Turner Construction Company
Turner is a North America-based, international construction services company and is a leading builder in diverse and numerous market segments. The company has earned recognition for undertaking large, complex projects, fostering innovation, embracing emerging technologies, and making a difference for their clients, employees and community.
OUR VISION To be the highest value provider of global construction services and technical expertise.
Turner embraces a Lean management approach, and a culture that emphasizes collaboration, reliability of scheduling and delivery of the most value while consuming the fewest resources. Lean principles drive the efficient delivery of our services.
Turner recognizes the importance of innovation and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. A key element of our company vision is to develop and embrace emerging technologies and processes. As part of our effort to achieve this vision, Turner has a culture where employees share their ideas and engagement with one another to develop innovative ideas as well as evaluate and implement improvements at Turner.
Turner fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion in which all employees contribute creative ideas, seek challenges, and have the opportunity to grow. Our diverse and inclusive workforce positions the company to grow, enhances our presence in diverse markets, and helps us build enduring relationships with each other, industry partners, and our clients.
Turner understands the environmental, social, and economic impact of our activities and that it is our responsibility to conduct our business in a transparent and ethical manner that supports our goals for client service, community involvement, environmental performance, financial strength and employee health, safety and well-being. Our core values of integrity, teamwork and commitment guide our activities and we expect the organizations with which we do business to share our commitments.