Assistant construction manager

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Overview

If you are looking to work on a large‑scale, multidisciplinary water treatment project and join an inclusive and diverse team you can rely on, then we are the employer for you!

Your Role

As part of the Water & Wastewater and Construction Management teams in our Vancouver office, you will play a key role on construction projects as we build essential infrastructure. Typical responsibilities include:

• Provide resident construction oversight for water infrastructure projects.
• Conduct regular meetings with the Contractor, Engineer, and Owner; prepare minutes and track action items
• Monitor construction schedule and work with the Contractor to avoid and/or mitigate delays
• Monitor the Contractor's safety program and implementation
• Coordinate Engineer inspections and third‑party testing
• Support Quality Assurance and document Non‑Conformance
• Implement and maintain a change order management system
• Coordinate RFIs and Submittals
• Review RFI and Submittals as needed from the Owner's perspective
• Monitor construction costs and support progress payment evaluations
• Prepare monthly reports to summarize Contractor progress, performance, and costs
• Coordinate testing and commissioning activities

About You

• Bachelor's degree or Technologist diploma in Civil Engineering, Process Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Experience as a construction coordinator, assistant CM, or similar role (strong preference for Canadian or American experience)
• Engineer, EIT, or technologist with 4‑10 years of experience, with minimum 1 year in construction
• Strong ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing
• Able to commit to full days on‑site, typically 4‑5 days per week
• Reliable site presence and committed to meeting deadlines
• Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like‑minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & Benefits

Discover the compensation and benefits that support you throughout every stage of your life and career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, meaningful recognition, and a comprehensive suite of flexible benefits designed to support your health, well‑being, financial security, and lifestyle needs.

Develop your potential through a wide range of training opportunities and professional development programs that enable you to expand your skills and expertise.

Benefit from our hybrid work culture, generous leave policies, and an environment that encourages a healthy work‑life balance.

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AtkinsRéalis is a world‑class engineering services and nuclear company. We connect people, data, and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems.