Construction Project Manager

Job summary

The Project Manager will lead earthworks and underground utility projects from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring all work meets safety, budget, and quality standards. They are responsible for coordinating with stakeholders, managing project schedules, and overseeing financial performance and contract administration.

Job details

Join Our Team KLS Earthworks is seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to lead earthworks and underground utility projects throughout Calgary and surrounding areas. Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing projects from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role is ideal for a proactive leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, building strong client relationships, and collaborating with field operations teams to deliver successful projects. Established in 1990, KLS Earthworks & Environmental is a family-rooted company and a leader in excavation, earthworks, and environmental construction across Western Canada. Built on a foundation of safety and operational excellence, we deliver time- and cost-saving solutions through a modern fleet and a highly skilled team of professionals. At KLS, we value people who Help First, stay Hungry, are Willing to Learn, and remain Committed to doing the job right. What You’ll Do Project Leadership & Delivery Lead projects from award through completion, ensuring successful execution of scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety requirements. Coordinate with clients, consultants, engineers, municipalities, utility providers, regulatory authorities, and internal teams. Develop, maintain, and monitor detailed project schedules, including short-term and look-ahead planning. Facilitate project handover meetings and ensure project teams are aligned on scope, objectives, and contract requirements. Manage project closeout activities, including deficiency resolution, documentation, and client turnover. Financial & Contract Management Monitor project costs, productivity, and forecasting to support profitability targets. Review, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier pricing. Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and risk mitigation. Support change management, progress billing, and contract administration activities. Client & Stakeholder Management Build and maintain positive working relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and municipal representatives. Lead project communications and provide timely updates to stakeholders. Proactively address project challenges and implement solutions that support project success and client satisfaction. Safety & Risk Management Promote and support KLS's commitment to safety excellence. Identify project risks early and develop mitigation strategies. Ensure project execution aligns with company policies, contract requirements, and regulatory standards. Qualifications Required Minimum 5 years of project management experience in earthworks, civil construction, or underground utility projects. Strong understanding of construction scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and contract administration. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Valid Class 5 Driver's License. Preferred Experience obtaining City of Calgary permits, approvals, and indemnifications. Experience coordinating temporary utility shutdowns and public notifications. Experience with HeavyBid, HeavyJob, Vista Viewpoint, or similar construction management software. Diploma or degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering Technology, Project Management, or a related field. What we are Offering Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications Comprehensive benefits package starting on Day 1 Professional development and training opportunities Career advancement opportunities within a growing civil construction company Collaborative and supportive team environment The opportunity to lead impactful infrastructure projects that shape our communities A strong safety-first culture where employees are valued and supported KLS Earthworks Inc. is committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Project Manager will lead earthworks and underground utility projects from pre-construction through closeout, ensuring all work meets safety, budget, and quality standards. They are responsible for coordinating with stakeholders, managing project schedules, and overseeing financial performance and contract administration.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of project management experience in earthworks or civil construction and possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License. Strong proficiency in construction scheduling, budgeting, and contract administration is required, along with exceptional leadership and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package • Professional development • Training opportunities • Career advancement opportunities

Listed skills

• Change Management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Cost Control · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Project management
• Earthworks
• Underground utility projects
• Construction scheduling
• Budgeting
• Cost control
• Contract administration
• Leadership
• Communication
• Negotiation
• Problem-solving
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Risk management
• Change management
• Stakeholder management
• Underground Utilities
• Excavation
• Cost Control
• Project Schedules
• Construction Management Software
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Project Communications
• Project Implementation
• Willingness To Learn
• Risk Mitigation
• Valid Driver's License
• Planning
• Billing
• Construction
• Change Management
• Civil Engineering
• Construction Management
• Contract Management
• Forecasting
• Problem Solving
• Risk Management
• Project Management
• Microsoft Office
• Operational Excellence
• Operations
• Project Risk Management
• Quality Management
• Requirements Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Subcontracting
• Scheduling
• Process Improvement
• Coordinating
• Mitigation
• Project Closure

Job areas

• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Project Manager
• Project Manager (General)
• Management and Organization Analysts
• Project Management Specialists