Senior Project Manager - Burlington - ICI

Job Title: Senior Project Manager
Location: Burlington, ON
Industry: ICI Construction
Reports To: Director of Construction / Vice President of Operations

About the Company

Our client is a leading ICI construction company based in Burlington, ON, delivering institutional, commercial, and industrial projects across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area. With a strong reputation for quality builds and collaborative project delivery, they are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee complex projects and play a key leadership role in their continued growth.

Position Overview

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for managing the full project lifecycle, from pre-construction through to closeout, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. This role requires strong leadership, a deep understanding of ICI construction, and proven experience managing large-scale projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, scheduling, budgeting, and execution of ICI construction projects ranging from $10M to $100M+.

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and strong relationships.

• Manage project teams, including site staff, subcontractors, and consultants, ensuring alignment with project goals.

• Oversee the preparation and administration of project schedules, budgets, change orders, and progress reports.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards on all job sites.

• Conduct risk assessments and proactively resolve project issues to avoid delays or cost overruns.

• Collaborate with estimating and pre-construction teams during project pursuit and award.

• Provide mentorship and leadership to Project Managers, Coordinators, and Site Superintendents.

• Drive value engineering, innovative solutions, and best practices to achieve project and client success.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive project management experience in the ICI construction industry.

• Proven success delivering projects $10M+ in size, ideally within institutional or commercial sectors.

• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, scheduling, budgeting, and project management methodologies.

• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Procore, MS Project, or similar).

• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and client management skills.

• Ability to lead diverse project teams and foster collaboration across stakeholders.

• Degree or diploma in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.

• PMP designation, Gold Seal Certification, or equivalent credentials considered an asset.