Project Manager

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), this is not a hybrid position.

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