Construction Manager (On-Site)

Industrial Construction | Warehousing | Automation | Logistics Facilities

Location: North America (Project-Based Travel Required)

Compensation: Competitive Salary + Performance Bonus + Benefits + Career Growth

About MTLI Group

MTLI Group is one of North America’s fastest-growing industrial construction, warehouse automation, and material handling companies. We design, build, install, relocate, and maintain complex industrial facilities across Canada and the United States.

Our projects include distribution centres, manufacturing facilities, automation systems, warehouse infrastructure, mezzanines, conveyor systems, structural steel, racking, and turnkey industrial construction for some of the world’s largest organizations.

We are looking for an experienced Construction Manager who thrives in fast-paced environments, leads from the front, and takes complete ownership of project execution on site.

Position Summary

The Construction Manager is responsible for the complete execution of construction activities on assigned projects. You will coordinate subcontractors, internal crews, suppliers, equipment, schedules, safety, quality, and client communication while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to MTLI’s quality standards.

This role requires extensive travel throughout Canada and the United States.

Responsibilities

Lead all on-site construction operations from mobilization through project completion

Manage multiple supervisors, site leads, subcontractors, and field personnel

Coordinate daily work plans and manpower requirements

Ensure projects remain on schedule while identifying and resolving delays

Conduct daily site meetings and weekly client progress meetings

Monitor labour productivity and implement improvements where required

Review drawings, specifications, schedules, RFIs, and change orders

Coordinate deliveries, equipment, cranes, lifts, rentals, and logistics

Maintain excellent relationships with clients, consultants, vendors, and inspectors

Ensure all work complies with local building codes, project specifications, and safety regulations

Maintain complete site documentation including daily reports, photos, manpower logs, inspections, and progress updates

Identify project risks before they become problems and develop recovery plans





Manage project budgets, labour costs, subcontractor performance, and material usage

Work closely with Project Managers, Operations, Engineering, Procurement, and Executive Leadership

Ensure exceptional workmanship and quality control throughout every phase of construction

Lead project closeout including deficiencies, commissioning support, and final turnover

Qualifications

Minimum 7 years of construction management experience

Experience managing industrial, commercial, or warehouse construction projects

Experience coordinating multiple trades simultaneously

Strong understanding of structural steel, warehouse systems, industrial construction, electrical, and mechanical installations

Excellent scheduling and planning abilities

Ability to read construction drawings and specifications

Experience managing subcontractors and direct labour crews

Robust leadership and communication skills

Excellent conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities

Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel extensively

Passport permitting travel throughout Canada and the United States

Preferred Experience

Warehouse construction

Distribution centres

Material handling systems

Conveyor systems

Warehouse automation

Racking systems

Industrial renovations

Mezzanine construction

Manufacturing facilities

Food processing facilities

Amazon, Walmart, Coca-Cola, DHL, UPS, FedEx, or other large industrial projects

PMP designation

Gold Seal Certification

OSHA 30

First Aid

Fall Protection

WHMIS

Working at Heights

What Success Looks Like

Projects delivered safely with zero lost-time incidents

Projects completed on or ahead of schedule

Projects delivered within budget

Excellent client satisfaction

Robust field leadership and crew retention

High-quality workmanship with minimal deficiencies

Accurate reporting and documentation

Effective coordination between all project stakeholders





What We Offer

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development allowance

Career advancement opportunities

Exposure to some of North America’s largest industrial construction projects

A collaborative, high-performance culture focused on continuous improvement

Why Join MTLI Group?

You’ll be part of a rapidly growing organization executing complex industrial projects across North America. We invest in our people, empower our leaders, and provide opportunities to build landmark projects while advancing your career.

If you’re a driven Construction Manager who enjoys leading teams, solving complex challenges, and delivering exceptional projects, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your resume and include a brief summary outlining your largest projects, total project values managed, number of direct reports, and why you’re the right fit for MTLI Group.

Pay: $100,000.00-$140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care

Application question(s):

- Tell us about the three largest construction projects you have personally managed. Include the project value, duration, client, and your specific responsibilities.
- What industries have you worked in? (Distribution Centres, Warehouses, Manufacturing, Food Processing, Logistics, Data Centres, Commercial, etc.)
- What is the largest field team you have directly managed, including subcontractors?
- How do you maintain quality while meeting aggressive project deadlines?
- Have you managed construction projects for Amazon or similar Fortune 500 distribution and logistics clients (Walmart, DHL, FedEx, UPS, Coca-Cola, Home Depot, etc.)?

Please describe the client, project scope, your role, project value, and any unique challenges you overcame.

- Which major clients or organizations have you worked with repeatedly? Please describe the nature of those relationships and your level of involvement.

Experience:

- Construction: 10 years (preferred)
- Construction management: 8 years (preferred)
- Warehouse automation: 5 years (preferred)
- Industrial construction: 10 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Certified Construction Manager (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

- 75% (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Construction Manager (Canada)
🏢 MTLI Group of Companies
📍 Canada