Construction Project Manager Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee all aspects of construction projects from planning through completion.

The successful candidate will provide leadership and coordination to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards.

This role requires strong technical knowledge, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to effectively manage project teams, consultants, subcontractors, and stakeholders throughout the construction process.

Key Responsibilities Project Management Manage all phases of construction projects, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

Coordinate and supervise in office construction activities, subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, and vendors.

Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, safety regulations, and project specifications.

Design Review and Planning Review construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.

Provide input on constructability, scheduling, value engineering, and cost-saving opportunities.

Identify and resolve potential construction issues during the planning and execution phases.

Resource and Budget Management Coordinate the procurement of labour, materials, equipment, and subcontracted services.

Assist with project budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Monitor expenditures and recommend corrective actions when necessary.

Scheduling and Progress Monitoring Develop, maintain, and update project schedules.

Monitor project milestones, timelines, resource allocation, and overall project performance.

Identify schedule risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain project objectives.

Quality Assurance and Documentation Coordinate inspections and ensure all required project documentation is completed and maintained.





Oversee the preparation and maintenance of as-built drawings and closeout documentation.

Ensure quality control standards are consistently met throughout all phases of construction.

Communication and Stakeholder Coordination Maintain regular communication with architects, engineers, consultants, clients, contractors, and other project stakeholders.

Prepare project status reports and maintain accurate records of project activities, changes, and progress.

Facilitate meetings and coordinate project activities to ensure effective collaboration among all parties.

Deficiency and Closeout Management Prepare, monitor, and expedite project deficiency lists.

Coordinate corrective actions and ensure deficiencies are resolved in a timely manner.

Support project commissioning and successful project closeout activities.

Leadership Lead, mentor, and support project team members.

Foster a collaborative, safety-focused, and high-performance work environment.

Promote continuous improvement and best practices across project teams.

Qualifications Education Postsecondary education in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architectural Technology, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

Equivalent combinations of education and relevant construction experience will be considered.

Experience Minimum of five (5) years of construction project management experience.

Experience managing residential, commercial, mixed-use, renovation, or new construction projects.





Demonstrated success managing multiple stakeholders, budgets, schedules, and project teams.

Technical Knowledge Strong understanding of Canadian construction practices, project planning, scheduling, quality control, and construction methodologies.

Knowledge of applicable building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards.

Trade certification (such as Carpentry or another construction-related trade) is considered an asset.

Computer Skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power

Point).

Experience with construction management, scheduling, and project management software is an asset.

Skills and Competencies Strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Proven ability to lead teams and build positive working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.

High level of professionalism, accountability, and attention to detail.

Working Environment This position involves a combination of office and construction site work.

Occasional travel between project sites may be required.

Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn while on active construction sites in accordance with company safety policies.

Fuze HR Solutions is committed to building a diverse, accessible, and equitable workforce.

Our approach is twofold.

Both internal, where we focus on creating a diverse and inclusive environment for our employees, and external, where we source and recruit from the most diverse candidate pools.

Our teams are educated on current best practices at attracting, retaining, and working with the most talented and diverse candidates.

📌 Construction Project Manager (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 Fuze HR
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality