Senior Project Manager

Taggart Construction Limited Job Title: Senior Project Manager Company: Taggart Construction Limited Reports to: Director of Operations Salary Range: $125,000 - $135,000 Location: 3187 Albion Road South, Ottawa ON Vacancy Status: This is an active job opening. Taggart Construction Limited is actively hiring for this position. About Us For more than 75 years, Taggart Construction Limited has built the essential services people in Ottawa and Kingston use every day. Taggart Construction specializes in heavy civil construction, residential and commercial site servicing, sewers and watermain installation, site grading, and road construction across Eastern Ontario. But we build more than just infrastructure — we also build strong, lasting relationships with our partners and community. As part of the Taggart Group, Taggart Construction is a proud, family-owned business benefiting from long-standing stability and continued growth, offering a variety of opportunities for those looking to get hands-on experience and build a lasting career. At Taggart, you will be part of something bigger, and what you do today will make an impact for years to come. We believe in your success. Building integrity, quality, and community together. About this Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of large-scale heavy civil construction projects from pre-construction through completion. This role is responsible for project planning, execution, financial performance, client relationships, and overall project success. The Senior Project Manager will also play an important leadership role within the Operations team, providing mentorship and guidance to Project Managers and Project Coordinators while supporting the development of processes, tools, and best practices across the department. Key Responsibilities: Project Management Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of projects from award through completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements. Review contracts, specifications, estimates, schedules, and project requirements to establish project objectives, budgets, and execution plans. Coordinate with Estimating, Superintendents, Project Coordinators, subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and clients to effectively manage project delivery. Manage project documentation, contracts, purchase orders, subcontracts, permits, shop drawings, change orders, claims, and other contractual requirements. Monitor project progress, quality, scope, and production. Identify risks, delays, or changes and implement solutions to keep projects on track. Build and maintain strong client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact for project-related matters. Conduct regular site visits and ensure project close-out, deficiencies, and contractual obligations are completed. Financial Management Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, cost tracking, progress billings, subcontractor payments, and change orders. Monitor financial performance and forecast costs to completion, identifying risks and opportunities that may impact profitability. Provide regular financial and project status updates to senior management and contribute to project close-out and lessons learned. Leadership & Development Mentor, coach, and provide guidance to Project Managers and Project Coordinators, including supporting onboarding, training, and development. Provide technical and operational guidance on project challenges, problem-solving, and client management. Support the Director of Operations and senior leadership in developing and improving project management processes, tools, templates, and best practices. Education and Experience Requirements An undergraduate degree, B.A.Sc. (Civil Engineering) or Civil Engineering Technologist Diploma, or relevant education is required. 10+ years of Project Management experience in heavy civil construction, with 5+ years managing municipal integrated sewer and water infrastructure projects. Demonstrated experience independently managing projects valued at $15 million or higher is required. 5+ years of leadership or management experience, with a proven ability to mentor and develop others. Strong experience managing project budgets, financial performance, contracts, schedules, and change orders. Demonstrated communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with HCSS, Primavera, eCMS, AutoCAD, or Bluebeam is an asset. You hold a valid driver’s license with access to a vehicle. Physical/Sensory Effort and Work Environment Construction environment can be difficult conditions, loud, busy and will also require both outdoor and indoor work. Manual dexterity required. Moving from site to site in construction areas can be challenging. Providing service to several people or departments, working under many simultaneous deadlines. Sitting or standing for long periods of time at workstation. Accommodation Requests The Taggart Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to citizenship, race, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, ancestry, disability, age, creed, sex/pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. In accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with a Disabilities Act, we’re committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation or special assistance, please send an email to [email protected] with your request. Salary Range The salary range shown reflects expected total annual compensation, including base pay, bonuses, and/or commissions. Thank You for Considering Taggart Construction Limited Thank you for your interest in joining Taggart Construction Limited. We appreciate every application, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. Any such submissions become the property of Taggart Construction Limited and are not eligible for compensation. AI may be used to screen and assess candidates. #taggartcareers

The Senior Project Manager will lead the planning, execution, and financial management of large-scale heavy civil construction projects from pre-construction to completion. They are also responsible for mentoring project staff and improving departmental processes and best practices.

Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering or a related diploma and possess over 10 years of project management experience in heavy civil construction. Proven experience managing municipal sewer and water infrastructure projects valued at $15 million or higher is required.

• Problem solvingPreferred
• LeadershipPreferred
• Microsoft OfficePreferred
• Project managementPreferred

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• Project Management
• Heavy Civil Construction
• Budgeting
• Financial Forecasting
• Contract Management
• Leadership
• Mentorship
• Scheduling
• Risk Management
• Client Relations
• Problem Solving
• Negotiation
• Microsoft Office
• AutoCAD
• Bluebeam
• Primavera
• Change Orders
• Organizational Skills
• Valid Driver's License
• Planning
• Artificial Intelligence
• Construction
• Management
• Civil Engineering
• Communication
• Training And Development
• Project Planning
• Financial Management
• Forecasting
• Fine Motor Skills
• Operations
• Primavera (Software)
• Shop Drawing
• Subcontracting
• Templates
• Coordinating
• Grading (Landscape)
• Project Closure
• Contract Review

• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Project Manager
• Project Manager (General)
• Management and Organization Analysts
• Project Management Specialists

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week