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    Chandos

    Construction

    Project Manager, SSG

    Calgary, CanadaOn-SiteFull-time5+ yrs experiencePosted 1mo ago
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    Job description

    As an SSG Project Manager, you'll lead projects from initial pursuit through final turnover. You'll oversee multiple projects simultaneously, balancing client expectations, operational constraints, schedules, budgets, and team performance.

    You will:

    • Lead cradle-to-grave delivery of renovation, retrofit, tenant improvement, and special projects ranging from approximately $500K to $15M
    • Manage estimating, budgeting, procurement, contract administration, forecasting, scheduling, execution, closeout, and client handover
    • Develop project strategies that minimize disruption to occupied and operating facilities
    • Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, building operators, and internal teams
    • Identify project risks early and create practical solutions that keep work moving
    • Drive accurate forecasting and financial performance through proactive project monitoring and reporting
    • Manage project budgets, change orders, cost controls, and subcontractor buyouts
    • Coordinate project teams including Superintendents, Coordinators, consultants, and subcontractors
    • Develop schedules and execution plans that support accelerated project timelines
    • Champion safety, quality, Lean construction practices, and continuous improvement
    • Contribute to business development efforts by supporting proposals, presentations, and client relationship growth
    • Deliver projects that exceed client expectations while maintaining profitability and operational excellence

    What Makes SSG Different?

    SSG projects move quickly.

    You may be renovating active healthcare spaces, upgrading occupied commercial facilities, delivering multi-location rollouts, or completing critical infrastructure improvements where downtime is not an option.

    Success in this role comes from:

    • Building trust quickly
    • Making informed decisions with urgency
    • Maintaining exceptional attention to detail
    • Understanding client operations
    • Anticipating issues before they become problems
    • Owning your forecast and project financials

    This is a role for someone who enjoys variety, complexity, and accountability.

    • 5+ years of experience with a general contractor on commercial, institutional, renovation, retrofit, or tenant improvement projects
    • 1+ years in a Project Manager role
    • Proven experience delivering projects from pre-construction through closeout
    • Strong understanding of construction management, contracts, procurement, risk management, and project controls
    • Demonstrated success managing projects in occupied or operational environments
    • Exceptional forecasting, budgeting, cost control, and financial management skills
    • Experience implementing and managing change orders, project reporting, and client communications
    • Skilled at balancing multiple projects, competing priorities, and accelerated schedules
    • Strong relationship-builder with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
    • Excellent communicator who can navigate challenging situations with confidence and professionalism
    • Proficient with project management and scheduling software
    • Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as required

    Compensation Transparency

    At Chandos, we believe compensation should be transparent, fair, and reflective of your experience, capabilities, and contributions. The salary range for this role considers is based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role. This position also includes a competitive bonus program. 

    Our salary ranges are intentionally broad to support professional growth and career progression. Candidates who meet the core requirements of the role will typically start within mid-range of the band, with opportunities to progress as responsibilities, impact, and expertise grow over time.

    Compensation is only one part of the total rewards package at Chandos. As a 100% employee-owned company, every employee has the opportunity to become an owner and directly share in our success. We believe in creating long-term value for our people through meaningful work, professional development, and shared ownership.

    In addition to competitive compensation, Chandos offers:

    • Employer-paid extended health, dental, vision, and employee assistance programs
    • RRSP matching to support long-term financial well-being
    • Educational assistance for career development and continued learning
    • Annual salary reviews and recognition programs
    • Leadership development and company-wide collaboration opportunities
    • A culture built on respect, innovation, and employee ownership

    At Chandos, we're committed to helping people build rewarding careers while creating a positive impact in the communities where we live and work.

    Vacancy Status

    We are actively recruiting for this position

    AI Disclosure

    Although Chandos’ applicant tracking system has the technical capability to support AI features, our recruitment process does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made by qualified human reviewers.

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    About the company

    Chandos

    We exist to build a better world. Our vision is to emerge as Canada’s premier technical builder, distinguished by our relentless pursuit of  innovation ,  collaboration , and  sustainability  in all that we do. Our three missions guide our daily work and help us achieve our purpose and vision. And the way we behave as we work towards these ambitious goals is to embrace and champion inclusion, collaboration, innovation, and courage. We are  100 per cent employee-owned , and our success is driven by our employee owners. We prioritize people, purpose, and performance in all that we do. Every employee has a financial stake in the company’s performance. When the company thrives,  you  benefit directly. When everyone is invested—literally—it builds a community of accountability, pride and mutual support. We look for team members who are  gritty ,  accountable , and  driven  — with a  mindset rooted in initiative and purpose , you think like an  entrepreneur  and build strong, trusting relationships through clear communication and thoughtful dialogue, even in challenging conversations.

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