Chandos
Construction
SeniorProjectManager
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“Senior Project Manager at Chandos. Skills: Project delivery, Construction management, CM conversion. Own full-lifecycle delivery. Oversee cradle-to-grave project delivery”
What You'll Achieve.
Win work; Drive repeat business; Drive referrals
Industry & Context.
Resolving escalations
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
8+ years general contractor experience, 5+ years Project Manager role, Manage projects design through completion, Demonstrated CM conversion experience, Expert understanding CM processes, Advanced budgeting skills, Tendering process knowledge, Evidence mentoring others, Leading cross-functional initiatives, Resolving escalations independently, Skilled risk management
Nice to Have
Experience with AI tools
What You'll Do.
Own full-lifecycle delivery
Oversee cradle-to-grave project delivery
Manage open CM delivery
Manage converted CM delivery
Shift projects fixed-sum contracts
Mitigate risks construction
Capitalize on opportunities construction
Craft compelling proposals
Implement estimating input
Implement subtrade buy-outs
Implement change-order controls
Implement robust forecasts
Mentor project managers
Mentor superintendents
Develop support staff
Foster client relationships
Foster consultant relationships
Foster subcontractor relationships
Drive continuous improvement
Reinforce safety best practices
Capture lessons learned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional initiatives; Client relationships; Consultant relationships; Subcontractor relationships
Communication Scope
Clear communication; Thoughtful dialogue
Process & Methodology
Construction Management, CM conversion, Budgeting, Tendering, Procurement, Contract administration, Risk management
Full Job Description
We are Chandos. We exist to build a better world. Our vision is to emerge as Canada’s premier technical builder, distinguished by our relentless pursuit of innovation , collaboration , and sustainability in all that we do. Our three missions guide our daily work and help us achieve our purpose and vision. And the way we behave as we work towards these ambitious goals is to embrace and champion inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and courage. We are 100 per cent employee-owned , and our success is driven by our employee owners. We prioritize people, purpose, and performance in all that we do. Every employee has a financial stake in the company’s performance. When the company thrives, you benefit directly. When everyone is invested—literally—it builds a community of accountability, pride and mutual support. We look for team members who are gritty , accountable , and driven — with a mindset rooted in initiative and purpose , you think like an entrepreneur and build strong, trusting relationships through clear communication and thoughtful dialogue, even in challenging conversations. Step into a pivotal leadership role where you’ll guide mid-to-large commercial and institutional projects from initial concept and proposal development right through to final close-out. You’ll lead pre-construction under CM, drive design-to-tender workflows, convert to a stipulated-sum model, and execute construction with precision, accountability and collaboration. As a mentor and coach, you’ll empower project managers and coordinators to raise their game, foster strong partnerships with clients and subcontractors, and drive continuous improvements in safety, quality and efficiency. Key Responsibilities * Own full-lifecycle delivery of mid-to-large commercial projects (roughly $30 M+ in scope) * Oversee cradle-to-grave project delivery, including: Design review and constructability input, Estimating, budgeting (Class D, Class B, Tender) and cost control, tendering, procurement, and contra
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