
Assistant Project Manager
RailWorks Corporation
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: British Columbia • 🇨🇦 Canada
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💰 CA$90,000 - CA$115,000 per year
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
Tech Stack
PMP
About the role
- Assesses and/or prepares scope of work required to successfully fulfill contract requirements
- Prepares and verifies budget and revenue estimates based on the scope of work and specifications
- Develops and monitors project schedules, including but not limited to critical path calculation, resource allocation and delay analysis
- Prepares and verifies work plans and methodologies, including but not limited to obtaining necessary permits, organizing resources, developing logistics and coordinating tasks between different stakeholders
- Manages project activities based on the budgetary and contract requirements
- Assists in procuring material, equipment and services, and organizing required training for the reporting personnel
- Prepares and submits supporting reports and documents as per the project requirements responsibilities
- Attends internal meetings, meetings with the clients and other stakeholders
- Monitors and evaluates performance of on-site employees and subcontractors
- Develops all required documentation for the submission of project related invoices
- Investigates and reports all issues arising during all stages of project
- Prepares and submits RFIs, change order requests and other respective documentation related to the contract change management
- Prepares and analyses cost, budget, production and other reports as requested by the management team
- Monitors and provides guidance to project coordinators and other staff
- Actively engages and promotes safety culture
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
- Minimum 3–5+ years of progressive, hands-on project or contract management experience in heavy civil, rail, or transit construction.
- Direct experience supporting or managing project controls functions, including cost tracking, forecasting, production reporting, and schedule updates.
- Demonstrated experience preparing and submitting RFIs, change orders, and contract correspondence.
- Experience coordinating subcontractors or providing direction to field personnel.
- Demonstrated leadership experience supervising subcontractors, coordinators, or field teams.
- OR Previous supervisory or leadership experience (formal or informal) is an asset
- Experience with Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Hard Dollar, JD Edwards, or similar project management and cost systems.
- Proven ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and contract documents.
- PMP or P.Eng designation is an asset.
Benefits
- Company events
- Health & Dental Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employer RRSP match
- Competitive Time Off Policy
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
project managementcontract managementcost trackingforecastingproduction reportingschedule updatescritical path calculationresource allocationdelay analysisinterpreting engineering drawings
Soft skills
leadershipcommunicationorganizational skillsproblem-solvingteam coordinationstakeholder engagementsafety culture promotionperformance evaluationtraining organizationreporting
Certifications
PMPP.Eng