Construction Project Manager

Live to Build
Construction Project Manager
$110,000 to $130,000 CAD per year + bonus
Location:
Toronto, ON (Greater Toronto Area)
Live To Build is growing, and we're looking for a Construction Project Manager who wants to own their projects, build lasting client relationships, and be part of a team that takes real pride in the craft of construction.
You will help lead projects from pre-construction through closeout, bringing clarity to budgets, documentation, communication, and execution at every step. The central focus of this role is to create an exceptional client experience through professional and consistent communication, excellent attention to detail, and ensuring projects stay organized and well-managed from start to finish.
Live To Build
is a Toronto-based construction company specializing in thoughtful renovations and custom homes, with particular expertise in restoring century-old properties.
Our Core ValuesWe do what we say : by keeping our word and following through
We think like a client : by listening, supporting, and building confidence
We own the outcome : by taking responsibility and finding solutions
We work with purpose : showing care and pride in every detail
We build it right : never cutting corners and ensuring quality
Pre-Construction
Assist with building clear, detailed estimates, scopes of work, and proposals that clients understand and trust
Review trade bid packages, leveling sheets, scope comparisons, and procurement plans
Identify scope gaps, risk items, and coordination issues early before they become site or budget problems
Help ensure selections, drawings, and consultant information are organized well enough to support clean execution
Project Execution (Start to Finish)
Lead project management from kickoff through closeout, including planning, sequencing, inspections, quality control, and coordination with the Site Supervisor
Maintain current budgets, commitments, cost to complete forecasts, and financial reporting across active projects
Track client decisions, RFIs, site issues, and scope changes with strong documentation and follow-through
Prepare pricing for additional work or scope changes during construction, and convert approved pricing into clear change orders before extra work proceeds
Coordinate designers, architects, engineers, trades, and suppliers to keep projects moving efficiently
Walk active sites confidently, spot issues early, work closely with the Site Super and trades, and elevate risks with solutions before they become bigger project or client issues
Client & Partner Leadership (High Touch)
Be the primary point of contact: calm, clear, professional, and confident with clients, trades, and professional partners
Lead regular weekly client meetings with strong preparation, documented follow-up, and clear next steps
Maintain weekly visibility on budget, commitments, pending costs, and forecast to complete across active projects
Help clients make informed decisions by clearly communicating cost, schedule, and scope impacts
Address concerns early, reduce friction, and bring structure to complex conversations
Closeout
Lead punch list completion, deficiencies, and final client walkthroughs
Ensure project files, closeout documents, and outstanding decisions are fully organized and complete
Own warranty follow-up with urgency, professionalism, and strong record-keeping
Ensure the project finishes with a high standard of care, clarity, and accountability
Who Thrives HereYou bring an owner's mindset to the role. You are accountable, organized, steady under pressure, and able to see the big picture without losing sight of the details. You care about doing things properly, communicating clearly, and creating a better experience for clients, trades, and consultants. You are strong with budgets, documentation, and follow-through, and you also have the presence to lead meetings, solve problems, and keep projects moving.
Qualifications
5+ years of residential construction project management experience, ideally in custom homes, major renovations, or additions in the GTA
Proven ability to manage budgets, forecast costs to complete, and maintain disciplined change-order control
Strong plan reading, scope review, trade coordination, takeoff, and procurement skills
Strong client-facing communication skills with the judgment to handle difficult conversations calmly and professionally
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with reports, documentation, and project tracking systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Office;
experience with estimating/PM tools is an asset (Planswift, Fieldwire, Bluebeam, Buildwise or similar)
Valid Ontario Class G driver's licence and ability to travel to GTA job sites
Field fluency and practical construction knowledge are assets
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary of $110,000 to $130,000 CAD per year (DOE)
Pay is given at an hourly rate of $50-60 CAD per hour.
Mileage or vehicle allowance
Company phone allowance
Paid vacation & stat holidays (meets Ontario ESA)
Professional development support and future leadership growth opportunities
Full-time weekday schedule, with flexibility based on project needs
How to ApplyIf you want a role where you can help bring clarity, structure, and leadership to complex custom residential projects, we'd love to hear from you. Join Live To Build and help us deliver thoughtful projects with a high standard of care, communication, and execution.
Live To Build is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Employment Standards Act (ESA), and AODA. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds
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