Responsibilities Help estimate new and upcoming projects
Develop execution strategies for large and complex powerline construction projects by coordinating resources to meet operational objectives
Implement project plans and schedules
Ensure safety and quality control
Delegate work to the project team, subcontractors, and others
Demonstrate leadership in health, safety and environmental protection and apply the Project Specific Safety Program and Ledcor HS&E; standards
Lead subcontractor and supplier selection, procurement, and negotiations for complex and design-build projects
Own pursuit estimates, review and verify direct and indirect costs, and manage bid package responsibilities
Perform quantity takeoffs for large, complex bids and oversee the quantity takeoff process
Develop and maintain construction schedules to meet milestones and completion dates
Facilitate project meetings with internal and external stakeholders
Track and report project financials, forecasts, and billings
Facilitate the Project Quality Program
Requirements 10-15 years of related work experience managing powerline construction or similar utility / industrial construction projects
3+ years cumulative experience estimating powerline construction projects
Previous experience as a Project Manager or in a similar direct managerial / supervisory role
Completed post-secondary education in Construction, Engineering or related discipline an asset
Comprehensive knowledge of construction documents, drawings, specifications, current construction practices and methodology




Strong negotiation/management skills
Strong understanding of construction costs and budgets, with ability to plan/manage to a project schedule
Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with multiple stakeholders, anticipate stakeholder needs, and proactively identify solutions
Track record of building successful teams and promoting teamwork through motivating, coaching, and consensus-building
Willingness/ability to work at remote sites throughout Western Canada on a typical 14 days on and 7 days off shift
Office-based when not on projects
Core Competencies Demonstrates extensive experience in managing powerline construction projects, with a solid focus on estimating, scheduling, and financial tracking. Proven leadership in safety, quality control, and team building within the construction industry.
Highest-signal resume keywords Powerline Construction Management
Project Estimation
Construction Scheduling
Negotiation Skills
Stakeholder Communication
Hard Skills Project Management
Quantity Takeoffs
Cost Management
Construction Methodology
Safety Program Implementation
Bid Package Management
Resource Coordination
Quality Control
Financial Reporting
Construction Document Review
Soft Skills Leadership
Team Building
Collaboration
Coaching
Consensus Building
Industry Keywords Utility Construction
Industrial Construction
Health, Safety and Environmental Standards
Construction Specifications
Remote Site Work

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📌 Project Manager – Powerline Construction (Alberta)
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📍 Alberta