Construction Project Manager - PL#50962

Peter Lucas Project Management invests in people and community to provide gold standard project delivery. We are currently looking for a Construction Project Manager to join our team. 

At Peter Lucas we offer a variety of work, professional development, and learning opportunities that come from working on diverse projects in the mining, energy, and heavy industrial sectors. Our dynamic environment, filled with high-achieving professionals, enables our staff to take on incredible opportunities, gain mentorship from a diverse group of colleagues, and succeed in their careers.

Project Overview

We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee a significant civil construction project at an operating mine site in British Columbia. This is an onsite position starting as soon as possible, with an expected duration of approximately one year.

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating construction planning, contractor selection, and project execution, ensuring all activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project schedules, budgets, and quality standards.

This opportunity is well suited to a Project Manager with a strong background in civil construction, heavy industrial projects, contractor management, and mining environments. The role will involve working closely with engineering teams, contractors, and site personnel throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee construction activities for the civil Relocation Project.
• Coordinate civil construction work, including ditching, pond earthworks, culvert installations, and pumphouse construction.
• Support the final stages of engineering, including design reviews, construction planning, and preparation of RFP documentation.
• Assist with contractor evaluations, selection, mobilization, and management.
• Oversee contractors and subcontractors to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to project specifications.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, progress, and construction milestones.
• Coordinate with engineering, operations, site personnel, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Conduct regular site inspections and monitor construction quality, safety, and progress.
• Identify potential project risks, construction challenges, and scheduling conflicts, and develop practical solutions.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders through written updates, meetings, phone calls, and direct onsite engagement.
• Prepare progress reports and communicate project updates, issues, and recommendations to management.
• Adapt to changing site priorities and construction requirements while maintaining project objectives.
• Ensure compliance with site safety standards, environmental requirements, and applicable regulations.

Additional Position Details

• Accommodations: No camp accommodations are available. LOA will be provided. Candidates may stay in Williams Lake, Quesnel, or McLeese Lake.
• Transportation: Site bus transportation is available from Williams Lake and Quesnel, with schedules varying by location. Onsite vehicle arrangements will be coordinated with the successful candidate.
• Rotation: Weekday onsite coverage is essential. A 3-weeks-on/1-week-off rotation may be considered, depending on construction activities and contractor requirements. Candidate availability and preferred rotations will be reviewed individually.

Compensation: $70–$80 per hour, with flexibility depending on experience and qualifications. Subcontractor arrangements are also welcome. Compensation is negotiable.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience managing construction projects, preferably within mining or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong background in civil construction, particularly earthworks, drainage systems, ditching, ponds, and culvert installations.
• Experience managing contractors and coordinating multiple work groups on active construction sites.
• Previous mining experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting construction planning, tendering, RFP development, and contractor selection.
• Strong understanding of construction safety practices and contractor compliance requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively through email, phone, and direct onsite interaction.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently, ask the right questions, identify issues, and provide timely updates to project stakeholders.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing project priorities, schedules, and site conditions.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively with various departments and contractor groups.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Ability to complete pre-access drug and alcohol testing and fit testing as required.

Benefits

• Extended health and dental benefits 
• Pension matching program 
• Company events and incentives 

We appreciate all applicants' interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Compensation is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. 

Global reference checks may be conducted following the interview process. 

Peter Lucas Project Management is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

Land Acknowledgement 

We acknowledge that the Peter Lucas head office is located on Treaty 6 Territory, the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dene, Dakota, Lakota, Nakota, and the homeland of the Métis. 

We also acknowledge that our Kamloops office is located on Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc territory, situated within the unceded ancestral lands of the Secwépemc Nation. We honour and respect the people, the territory, and the land that houses the Kamloops community. 

We recognize that our work, our lives, and our communities extend beyond these borders, taking place on the traditional and unceded territories of Indigenous Peoples across what is now known as Canada. 

As we live, work, and play in these diverse lands, we honor the deep histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples. In the spirit of Reconciliation and guided by our mission to elevate people and communities while driving innovation and sustainability, we are committed to building respectful relationships and shared success across this land we call home.