Project Manager

Location: Barrie, ON
Industry: General Contracting / Construction
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Project Types: Commercial, Institutional, Industrial & Multi-Residential

Our client is an established General Contractor based in Barrie, Ontario, with a diverse portfolio of construction projects across the commercial, institutional, industrial, and multi-residential sectors.

The company manages multiple projects simultaneously, ranging from smaller renovations and additions to complex new construction projects valued at $30M+. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an Intermediate Project Manager to join their team and take ownership of projects from pre-construction through completion.

The Intermediate Project Manager will be responsible for managing construction projects from the planning and pre-construction stages through to project completion and closeout.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on construction professional with solid experience working for a General Contractor and a strong understanding of project execution, contract administration, scheduling, budgeting, and subcontractor coordination.

This position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects while collaborating closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams.

• Manage construction projects from pre-construction through completion and closeout.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and cash-flow projections.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, scopes of work, and tender documents.
• Coordinate and manage subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and other project stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress, costs, quality, and schedule performance.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, site instructions, and other project documentation.
• Review and negotiate subcontractor scopes, pricing, change orders, and claims.
• Prepare and review progress payment applications and invoices.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure contractual requirements are being met.
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Work closely with the Site Superintendent to ensure projects are progressing according to schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, owners, and municipal authorities as required.
• Participate in project meetings and provide regular updates to clients and senior management.
• Monitor project financial performance and take corrective action when necessary.
• Assist with procurement and ensure materials and long-lead items are ordered in accordance with the project schedule.
• Support project turnover, deficiencies, commissioning, and closeout activities.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders throughout the construction process.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements, building codes, and applicable Ontario regulations.

• 3–7 years of construction project management experience.
• Experience working for a General Contractor is strongly preferred.
• Experience managing commercial, institutional, industrial, and/or multi-residential projects.
• Experience managing projects ranging from smaller construction/renovation projects to $20M–$30M+ is an asset.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, contracts, scheduling, budgeting, and cost control.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical drawings.
• Experience with RFIs, submittals, change orders, progress claims, and contract administration.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario construction practices and applicable regulations.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with construction management software such as Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar platforms is an asset.
• Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field is preferred.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of construction projects.
• Stable project pipeline and long-term career opportunity.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment.
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement within the organization.