Lead diverse commercial, institutional, industrial, residential, and defence construction projects across British Columbia

Earn a competitive annual salary of $100,000-$140,000, plus comprehensive benefits, company-funded RRSP contributions, annual bonuses, and more

Join a respected Vancouver Island general contractor where you'll take ownership of challenging projects, broaden your experience, and build a long-term career About Knappett Projects For more than 40 years, Knappett Projects has delivered exceptional commercial, institutional, civil, residential, and restoration construction throughout British Columbia, with a long history of building some of Vancouver Island's largest and most complex projects. From schools, healthcare facilities, and defence projects to housing developments and community infrastructure, every build reflects the skill, care, and pride of a team committed to doing the job right. Backed by experienced engineers, project managers, certified tradespeople, and construction professionals, Knappett delivers projects from concept through completion, earning the trust of public and private sector clients alike.

Beyond the job site, the company is deeply connected to the communities it serves, supporting local charities, education, youth programs, and organizations that make a meaningful difference across Vancouver Island.

Joining

Knappett means becoming part of a respected local builder where quality workmanship, strong relationships, and long-term careers go hand in hand. For more information, please visit our website: knappett.com About the Opportunity Knappett Projects Inc. is looking for a full-time Project Manager based in Victoria, BC.

Reporting to the Owner, with guidance from senior Project Managers, you will play a key role in delivering commercial, institutional, industrial, residential, and defence construction projects from pre-construction through closeout, while contributing to estimating activities across a diverse portfolio of projects. In this position, you will be primarily responsible for managing multiple construction projects simultaneously, overseeing estimating, planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, financial performance, and client relationships while working closely with project coordinators, superintendents, subcontractors, consultants, and clients to deliver high-quality projects safely,



on time, and on budget. More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Managing construction projects from award through closeout, including project planning, scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and execution

Preparing estimates and supporting tender reviews and pre-construction activities for new project opportunities

Administering subcontracts, purchase orders, procurement activities, and trade partner coordination

Building and maintaining project schedules using Microsoft Project while coordinating milestone dates and project deliverables

Monitoring project financial performance, including cost tracking, progress claims, billings, holdbacks, forecasting, and month-end reporting

Processing RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, change orders, and project documentation while maintaining accurate records

Working closely with superintendents, project coordinators, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers to keep projects progressing efficiently

Managing client communications, leading project meetings, resolving issues, and maintaining strong working relationships throughout project delivery

Supporting quality, safety, contractual compliance, and proactive risk management throughout project delivery

Coordinating project closeout activities, including deficiencies, as-built documentation, O&M; manuals, warranty requirements, and final turnover To read the full position description, please click here.

About You To qualify, you will bring 5+ years of experience in construction project management, ideally within a general contracting environment, along with a degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related construction discipline. The following are required:

Valid driver's licence and access to reliable transportation

Ability to travel between the Victoria office and project sites as required Additionally,



the following skills and background will be highly valued:

Experience managing commercial, institutional, industrial, multifamily residential, defence, or public sector construction projects

Working knowledge of project planning, budgeting, scheduling, forecasting, procurement, cost control, and contract administration

Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, contracts, and technical documentation

Experience managing RFIs, submittals, change orders, progress claims, billings, holdbacks, and closeout documentation

Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Project

Experience with Advanced Excel, Bluebeam Revu, Procore, or CAD software

PMP certification, P.Eng. designation, or eligibility for registration (asset)

Reliability Status security clearance for federal or defence-related projects (asset) As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong communication, time management, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and keep projects moving in a deadline-driven construction environment. You will also bring a positive attitude, strong work ethic, sense of humour, and willingness to learn Knappett's systems while taking on current challenges across a varied project portfolio. This is a strong opportunity for a capable construction Project Manager who has enough experience to take ownership of projects, while still being open to learning, growing, and adapting within a respected general contractor known for quality work across Vancouver Island and British Columbia.

About the Benefits Compensation based on skills and experience is a competitive annual salary of $100,000 - $140,000, and a host of excellent benefits including:

Comprehensive extended health benefits package

Company-funded RRSP contributions, increasing with tenure

Annual discretionary bonus

Relocation Assistance for the right candidate

3 weeks' vacation after your first year

Travel and fuel allowance for site visits

Hybrid work options

Support for industry networking, professional association events, and company celebrations

Join a respected, employee-focused general contractor with opportunities to broaden your experience across a diverse portfolio of projects Ready to build your future with Knappett Projects? Apply today!

📌 Project Manager, Construction (Alberta)
🏢 Knappett Projects
📍 Alberta