Senior Project Manager, Highway Maintenance

Ledcor

. Champion and uphold Ledcor’s safety-first culture and ensure safety and environmental standards are met or exceeded .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeEdmonton • CanadaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong project management capabilities with a focus on financial oversight, safety compliance, and effective team leadership across multiple projects. Proficient in managing client relationships and optimizing operational performance in construction and industrial settings.

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Project ManagementFinancial AcumenChange ManagementHealth and Safety ComplianceTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Project SchedulingBudgetingCost TrackingContract ManagementQuality ManagementSubcontract ManagementPerformance MonitoringChange Order ManagementQuantity TrackingEarned Value Management

Soft Skills

CommunicationCoachingRelationship BuildingProblem SolvingEmployee Development

Tools & Technologies

InEight SoftwareJDEMS ProjectWorkday

Certifications & Qualifications

Engineering DegreeMaster of Business AdministrationFinancial DesignationCanadian Construction Safety Association Membership

Industry Keywords

ConstructionProject ControlsHighway MaintenanceSafety StandardsResource Allocation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Champion and uphold Ledcor’s safety-first culture and ensure safety and environmental standards are met or exceeded
Oversee project financial health, scheduling, budgeting and resource allocation
Manage project systems, cost tracking, reporting and documentation
Support implementation of the Quality Management Program and ensure compliance with quality requirements
Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams for timely delivery of materials and services
Execute contracts and manage change orders
Support labour relations, human resources and payroll teams using systems such as Workday and InEight
Hold and manage the primary client relationship at project level
Oversee three to seven highway maintenance projects with durations of three to ten years
Lead cross-functional teams and optimize operational performance
Oversee portfolios of approximately $60M annual revenue, with individual projects ranging from $5M to $30M per year
Oversee direct reports and coordinate dedicated workforces, subcontractors and vendors

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 10 years' experience working in dynamic project manager roles, including construction, services or industrial settings
Deep understanding of Health and Safety as a core company value
Experience working with Canadian Construction Safety Association (CCSA) members would be an asset
An engineering, Master of Business Administration, Financial designation or other relevant post secondary degree would be considered an asset
Open to relocation to the Edmonton area
Track record of leading teams up to 7 direct reports across remote worksites
Employee growth and development, coaching, and setting and monitoring performance expectations
Use of formal performance processes would be an asset
Ability to understand, interpret and communicate contract and performance requirements
Experience with change management processes, including change orders and scope adjustments
Demonstrated communication strategies to address, mitigate and resolve contractual challenges or disputes
Strong financial acumen, including project estimates, budgets, project contracts and forecasting
Use of InEight Software and JDE would be highly beneficial
Experience with project controls including quantity tracking, earned value, scheduling (MS Project), accruals and deferrals
Ability to build relationships and support operations across multiple geographically diverse worksites
Ability to suggest and make recommendations for optimized and efficient construction practices
Highly experienced in project scheduling and subcontract management
Highly experienced in change management

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive total rewards package
Compensation and benefits supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing
Opportunities to develop skills and knowledge
Relocation packages available
Adjustments provided throughout the hiring process