Job Description

Construction Project Manager - ICI General Contractor
 
Location: Cambridge, ON
 
Salary: $80,000 - $100,000
 
Industry: ICI Construction
 
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
 
A well-established ICI General Contractor is looking to add an experienced Construction Project Manager to its team in Cambridge, Ontario.
 
This position is responsible for the planning, coordination, financial management, and successful delivery of construction projects throughout Ontario. The Project Manager will oversee projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring they are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contractual and quality requirements.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager with strong Ontario ICI construction experience who enjoys taking ownership of projects, working directly with clients and consultants, and leading both field and office teams.
 
THE ROLE
 
The Construction Project Manager will take ownership of assigned projects and work closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors, Site Superintendents, Project Coordinators, Estimating, Safety, and Accounting throughout the project lifecycle.
 
You will be responsible for maintaining control of schedule, budget, contracts, procurement, documentation, quality, safety, and client relationships while proactively identifying and resolving project risks.
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead ICI construction projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, milestones, and execution plans
• Coordinate consultants, engineers, authorities, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Manage procurement and subcontractor buyout
• Oversee RFIs, submittals, change orders, change directives, and project documentation
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and proactively address project risks
• Coordinate closely with Site Superintendents and Project Coordinators throughout construction
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications, contracts, and client requirements

Cost Management & Financial Controls

• Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost-to-complete reporting
• Monitor project costs and protect project margins
• Review and approve subcontractor progress claims
• Manage change orders and contractual financial impacts
• Coordinate monthly billing, cost reporting, and cash-flow requirements
• Produce accurate monthly project financial reports
• Work closely with Accounting and Finance to maintain financial transparency throughout the project

Contract Administration

• Administer CCDC and other standard construction contracts
• Manage subcontract agreements, claims, disputes, and change directives
• Ensure contractual requirements are met by all project stakeholders
• Maintain complete and accurate project documentation
• Identify contractual and commercial risks and implement appropriate mitigation strategies
• Support contract negotiations as required

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure construction activities comply with drawings, specifications, quality standards, and applicable regulations
• Support the development and implementation of project-specific quality-management plans
• Coordinate inspections, testing, deficiencies, and corrective actions
• Promote and enforce a strong health and safety culture
• Ensure compliance with the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Work collaboratively with Safety personnel on site-specific safety plans, audits, training, and risk mitigation
• Ensure compliance with applicable Ontario Building Code and permitting requirements

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients
• Lead project progress meetings and provide regular reporting
• Develop strong working relationships with owners, consultants, subcontractors, and project stakeholders
• Manage client expectations and resolve project issues professionally
• Support client satisfaction, repeat business, and long-term relationships

Team Leadership

• Provide leadership and mentorship to Project Coordinators and Site Superintendents
• Foster strong collaboration between field and office teams
• Establish clear expectations and maintain accountability throughout project delivery
• Support the professional development of junior team members
• Promote a collaborative, solution-oriented project environment

Preconstruction & Internal Coordination

• Participate in project handover meetings with Estimating and Preconstruction
• Review and validate project budgets, scopes, assumptions, and subcontractor packages during buyout
• Support constructability reviews and value-engineering initiatives
• Provide feedback on project costs and lessons learned to improve future estimates
• Communicate project performance, risks, financial health, and critical issues to senior leadership

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5-10+ years of progressive construction Project Management experience in Ontario
• Proven experience delivering ICI construction projects
• Degree or diploma in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Strong experience with multi-trade coordination
• Demonstrated knowledge of CCDC contracts and construction contract administration
• Strong understanding of Ontario construction regulations, permitting, and construction law
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong experience with budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and project financial reporting
• Experience managing subcontractor procurement, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and claims
• Strong client-facing communication and stakeholder-management skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven construction environment

SOFTWARE & TECHNICAL SKILLS
Experience with construction and scheduling platforms such as:

• Procore
• MS Project
• Primavera P6
• Project budgeting and cost-control systems
• Construction document-management platforms

Professional designations such as P.Eng., CET, Gold Seal Certification (GSC), or equivalent are considered assets.
 
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
 
The ideal candidate is someone who takes ownership of their projects and understands both the operational and financial sides of construction.
 
You should be comfortable managing projects independently while maintaining strong communication with clients, consultants, subcontractors, Site Superintendents, Project Coordinators, and senior leadership.
We're looking for someone who is organized, commercially aware, proactive, accountable, and solution-oriented, with the ability to anticipate project challenges rather than simply react to them.
 
COMPENSATION
 
Salary: $80,000 - $100,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
 
The position offers the opportunity to join an established Ontario ICI General Contractor, manage significant construction projects, work with an experienced operations team, and continue developing toward more senior project and construction management responsibilities.
 
LOCATION
 
Cambridge, Ontario
 
The position is primarily based out of the Cambridge office, with regular travel to active project sites throughout Ontario. The role involves a combination of office-based project management, client and consultant meetings, and active construction-site environments.
 
How To Apply
If you meet the requirements for this role, send your RESUME and PROJECT LIST to jamal.grant@ssaltd.com