Firma Contracting is looking for an accomplished Civil Project Manager to lead underground infrastructure projects throughout Edmonton and the surrounding area.

This position will take ownership of projects across their full lifecycle, from estimating and tender preparation through construction, financial management and final closeout. The successful candidate will bring significant experience in water and sewer construction and will be comfortable balancing the commercial, operational and technical requirements of complex civil projects.

The role requires someone who can build reliable estimates, understand project drawings and quantities, establish realistic construction plans, monitor financial performance and work closely with field leadership to keep projects moving. Strong communication with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers will also be an key part of the position.

Firma offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, company-matched RRSP contributions, ongoing professional and safety training, opportunities for career advancement and a work environment that values sustainable work-life balance.

Compensation: Starting at $120,000 annually, with final compensation determined by relevant experience, qualifications and formal education.

Role Overview: As Civil Project Manager, you will be responsible for the overall delivery and commercial performance of assigned underground infrastructure projects. You will work closely with estimating, operations and field teams to establish project requirements, allocate resources, manage contractual obligations and identify potential issues before they affect schedule or cost.

Your responsibilities will include:

Lead water, sanitary sewer,



storm and related underground infrastructure projects from initial planning through final turnover

Develop project execution plans, construction schedules and key milestones in coordination with operations and field leadership

Prepare detailed estimates for prospective civil construction work

Develop competitive bid packages and tender submissions based on project drawings, specifications and contractual requirements

Complete and verify quantity take-offs and material take-offs for underground construction scopes

Review tender documents to understand scope, risks, exclusions, specifications and project requirements before submission

Use Bid2Win for estimating and related pre-construction activities

Establish project budgets and monitor financial performance throughout construction

Track actual and committed costs against project forecasts and approved budgets

Regularly review cost-to-complete information and update project forecasts as conditions change

Analyze production, labour, equipment and material costs to identify variances and potential financial risks

Identify opportunities to improve productivity, control costs and strengthen project performance

Coordinate labour, equipment, materials, subcontractors and other resources required to meet project schedules

Work directly with Superintendents,



Foremen and other field leadership to address operational requirements and upcoming work

Maintain communication with clients, consultants, municipalities, subcontractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders

Review drawings, specifications, contracts, addenda and other technical documentation throughout the project

Evaluate scope changes and coordinate pricing, documentation and follow-up for change work

Oversee RFIs, submittals, progress documentation, change orders and other required project correspondence

Monitor construction progress against schedule, budget and contractual requirements

Assist in resolving field conflicts, constructability concerns and unforeseen site conditions

Ensure project documentation remains organized, accurate and current

Coordinate project turnover requirements, deficiencies, final documentation and closeout activities

Support project teams in maintaining Firma’s expectations for safety, quality and environmental compliance

Build productive working relationships with both field and office teams while demonstrating professionalism, accountability and integrity

Experience & Technical Requirements:

Minimum 5 years of Project Management experience within civil construction

Demonstrated experience managing water and sewer infrastructure projects is required

Strong background in underground utility construction, including an understanding of typical installation methods, sequencing and field operations

Significant experience with construction estimating, tender preparation and competitive bid submissions

Ability to complete and review detailed quantity and materia

📌 Civil Project Manager – Underground Infrastructure (Edmonton)
🏢 Firma Contracting
📍 Edmonton