Construction Project Manager

RTL Construction has been operating in Canada’s north for over 50 years. We specialize in civil and industrial construction including water and sewer, road building, and mine site remediation amongst other areas. RTL Construction is part of KAG Canada comprised of: Westcan Bulk Transport, Paul’s Hauling, Les Distributions Carl Beaulac, and Kentrax Transport. Reporting to the Vice President of NT, the Project Manager is primarily responsible for finding, estimating, and bidding prospective construction jobs based in and around Yellowknife, Northwest Territories and the surrounding Northern communities. Once jobs are awarded, the Project Manager oversees numerous aspects of the operations while work is in production.  Responsibilities Bid Preparation. Identify opportunities and bid work based on established strategy and cost models. Collaborate closely with clients during the initial stages of project development to ensure a strategic approach to planning, setup, construction and completion. Facilitate effective communication and coordination among various stakeholders, addressing issues as they arise to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Exhibit strong financial and business insight to keep the project on time and budget based on the scope of the work to deliver best in class results for the client Delegate tasks and oversee project delivery and team performance. Foster strong relationships with current and potential clients while exploring new business opportunities. Spearhead the implementation of training and tools to enhance service delivery. Drive business development and account management initiatives in the northern regions. Collaborate closely with our partners Indigenous communities. Qualifications 5 to 10 years of experience in leading project management initiatives of varying sizes and scopes. In-depth knowledge of construction methodologies, project management frameworks, financial management, and relevant codes, contract law, and legislation. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent relationship-building and collaboration abilities to engage with clients, colleagues, and industry experts. Experience working in northern regions, fostering long-term client relationships, and collaborating with local governments and Indigenous communities is highly advantageous. Strong leadership and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to influence others and resolve issues related to clients, projects, staff, and technical matters. Exceptional organizational and analytical skills, with attention to detail and a commitment to quality standards. Professional industry certifications such as PMP, P.Eng., CET, RA, or similar designations are considered a strong asset. Proficient in MS Project, MS Word, and MS Excel. External applicants in consideration will adhere to a company paid criminal record search. The company may offer relocation support to the successful candidate.  We love diversity! RTL Construction is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity in the workplace and equivalently considers applications from qualified women, men, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. We welcome applications from all interested individuals; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.