31 Aug
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Project Management Institute - Southern Alberta Chapter (PMI-SAC)
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Alberta
31 Aug
Project Management Institute - Southern Alberta Chapter (PMI-SAC)
Alberta
Job Overview
We are seeking a degreed, Gold Seal Certified Construction Manager to serve as our **Owner’s Representative** on multiple concurrent new restaurant construction projects across Canada, each ranging from $1M to $1.5M in construction value.
This role acts as our advocate throughout the full project lifecycle — protecting our interests in quality, budget, schedule, and compliance whileworking alongside architects, designers, general contractors, and municipal authorities.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced construction professional who wants ownership over multiple projects simultaneously, works well independently, and thrives on being the trusted point of accountability between the business and the people building it.
This is a remote position that requires the successful candidate to reside in the Calgary, Alberta area, with regular travel to project sites throughout Canada.
Duties
Serve as the primary Owner’s Representative across multiple concurrent restaurant construction and tenant improvement projects
Review architectural and engineering plans for constructability, code compliance, and alignment with brand/operational standards
Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and scopes of work; monitor progress against baseline and flag variances early
Manage the RFP/tender process, evaluate contractor bids, and support contractor selectionNegotiate and administer construction contracts on behalf of the owner
Conduct regular site visits and inspections to monitor quality, safety, and schedule adherence
Coordinate with architects,
engineers, designers, landlords, municipal inspectors, and City of Calgary permitting authorities
Manage change orders, RFIs, and issue resolution to keep projects on track
Oversee restaurant-specific requirements: commercial kitchen equipment coordination, grease trap and ventilation systems, health authority compliance, and life safety systems
Lead project close-out, punch lists, commissioning, and final occupancy/health inspections
Provide regular status reporting to ownership/leadership on budget, schedule, and risk across all active projects
Experience
Minimum 5 years of construction project management experience, with a track record of managing multiple concurrent projects
Demonstrated experience with commercial tenant improvement and/or restaurant/hospitality construction
Strong working knowledge of the permitting processes and standard construction codes in Canada
Excellent contract negotiation and budget management skills
Strong communication skills with the ability to represent ownership’s interests confidently with contractors, designers, and regulatory bodies
Experienced in the bidding process and has the ability to qualify bids
Solid understanding of Critical Path Scheduling
**Preferred:**
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field
Gold Seal Certification (CCA) — Owner’s Construction Manager or Project Manager designation
PMP certification (in addition to Gold Seal)
Direct experience with restaurant-specific systems: commercial kitchen exhaust/make-up air, grease interceptors, health authority requirements
Existing relationships with general contractors, subtrades, and municipal officials across Canada
Experience acting specifically as an independent Owner’s Representative (as opposed to working for a general contractor)
This role offers a agile workplace where your expertise will directly influence the successful delivery of complex construction projects. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented with excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a fast-paced setting.
Pay: $105,000.00-$150,000.00 per year
Benefits
Dental care
Extended health care
Flexible schedule
Vision care
Work from home
Experience
Construction Project Manager: 5 years (preferred)
Language
English (required)
Licence/Certification
Gold Seal Certification (CCA) – Project Manager designation (preferred)
PMP Certification? (preferred)
Location
Calgary, AB (preferred)
Willingness to travel
75% (preferred)
Work Location
On the road
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📌 Construction Manager/Owner’s Representative Confidential (Alberta)
🏢 Project Management Institute - Southern Alberta Chapter (PMI-SAC)
📍 Alberta