Job Description

Senior Project Manager - Commercial Construction (Calgary)

Location:

Calgary, AB (On-site, office-based with flexibility for appointments)

Compensation:

$130,000 - $175,000 + Bonus + Benefits + RRSP Matching

Overview

Our client is seeking a

Senior Project Manager

to lead major

commercial and institutional construction projects

in Calgary. This is a senior leadership role overseeing multiple projects valued between

$80M - $150M

, including

high-rises, mixed-use developments, schools, healthcare facilities, malls, strip malls, universities, warehouses, and other light industrial projects.

This role is

Calgary-based (no travel outside the region)

and offers stability, growth opportunities, and a supportive culture that invests in professional development, mentorship, and continuous learning.

What You'll Do

Provide overall leadership and accountability for multiple large-scale commercial construction projects. Manage full project lifecycle: startup, execution, and close-out. Develop project execution, staffing, procurement, and financial strategies. Oversee budgets ($80M - $150M), schedules, and cost control processes. Ensure safety, quality, and compliance with operational standards. Negotiate, review, and manage contracts with owners, consultants, and subcontractors. Build and maintain long-term client, consultant, and partner relationships. Lead project meetings, issue documentation, and ensure timely follow-up. Mentor and coach project teams, supporting professional development and company growth. Drive innovation and continuous improvement, promoting lean construction practices. Collaborate with estimating and business development teams to secure future work. Champion company values and culture by fostering a respectful, team-oriented environment.

What You Bring

10+ years of project management experience

in

commercial / ICI construction

. Proven experience overseeing projects in the

$80M - $150M range

(high-rises, healthcare, institutional, mixed-use, retail, light industrial). Bachelor's degree, diploma, or technical certification in a construction-related field. Strong tenure with previous employers (not multiple short-term moves). Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously. Strong knowledge of commercial construction contracts and delivery models. Familiarity with Lean construction principles; Last Planner System experience an asset. Proficiency in project management software (Procore or equivalent). Excellent communication, client management, and leadership skills. A solutions-focused, decisive, and collaborative approach.

Compensation & Perks

Base salary:

$130,000 - $175,000

Bonus program

tied to performance

Comprehensive health & benefits plan

(effective Day 1)

RRSP matching up to 4%

annually Flexible Spending Account (company funded) Paid time off: vacation, personal, and sick days Summer Fridays (early closures in July/August) Employee referral and recognition programs Professional development funding + in-house learning platforms Social events, community engagement, and volunteer initiatives
Candidates who have experience in the following roelos may be a good fit!: Senior Project Manager, Construction Project Manager, Commercial Construction, ICI Construction, Industrial Commercial Institutional, Calgary Construction Jobs, High-Rise Projects, Mixed-Use Development, Healthcare Construction, Institutional Construction, Schools, Warehouses, Procore, Lean Construction, Last Planner, General Contractor Jobs, Large-Scale Projects.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $130,000.00-$175,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Paid time off Vision care
Application question(s):

10+ years of project management experience in commercial / ICI construction. Proven experience overseeing projects in the $80M - $150M range (high-rises, healthcare, institutional, mixed-use, retail, light industrial). Bachelor's degree, diploma, or technical certification in a construction-related field.
Work Location: In person