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Civil Project Manager – Heavy Civil Infrastructure Projects

Canterra Group


Job Location:

Vaughan - Canada

Monthly Salary: CAD 130000 - 160000
Experience Required: 5years
Posted: 24 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 21 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Civil Project Manager Heavy Civil Infrastructure Projects
Location: GTA ON Projects Across Ontario
Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent
Compensation: $130000 $160000 base bonus RRSP benefits vacation

About the Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join a highly respected heavy civil contractor delivering complex infrastructure projects across the GTA and Ontario.

We are seeking a Civil Project Manager with strong experience delivering heavy civil construction projects including sewer and watermain underground utilities road construction deep excavation and municipal infrastructure works. This role is ideal for a motivated project leader who is ready to take ownership of complex infrastructure projects and work closely with experienced operations teams.

The company is recognized for:

  • Complex municipal and heavy civil infrastructure projects
  • Strong reputation in the Ontario construction market
  • Collaborative project and field teams
  • Long-term project pipeline and stability
  • Commitment to safety quality and project execution excellence

This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager looking to advance their career within a growing and well-established civil contractor.

The Role

As the Civil Project Manager you will be responsible for the successful execution of heavy civil infrastructure projects from start to finish.

You will work closely with Superintendents Project Coordinators Estimators subcontractors consultants and municipal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely on time and within budget.

This role requires strong leadership technical understanding of civil construction and the ability to manage multiple project components in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage heavy civil infrastructure projects from pre-construction through completion
  • Oversee project budgets schedules forecasting and cost control
  • Coordinate Superintendents Project Coordinators subcontractors and suppliers
  • Manage client consultant and municipal relationships throughout project delivery
  • Support procurement subcontract management and construction planning activities
  • Monitor project progress and proactively address risks and issues
  • Ensure compliance with contract requirements specifications and safety standards
  • Lead project meetings reporting and communication with stakeholders
  • Support change management claims and project documentation
  • Collaborate with estimating and operations teams on project execution strategies
  • Ensure strong health & safety performance across all site activities
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of project delivery processes

Who You Are

  • 7 years of Project Management experience in heavy civil or municipal infrastructure construction
  • Strong experience with:
    • Sewer & watermain installation
    • Underground utilities
    • Road construction and rehabilitation
    • Deep excavation and earthworks
    • Municipal or transportation infrastructure projects
  • Proven ability to manage full project lifecycle responsibilities
  • Strong understanding of construction sequencing scheduling and cost control
  • Excellent communication leadership and organizational skills
  • Experience managing subcontractors field teams and client relationships
  • Comfortable working in fast-paced deadline-driven environments
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and project management tools
  • Civil Engineering Construction Management or related background considered an asset

Why This Role Stands Out

Strong Infrastructure Pipeline Work on a wide variety of heavy civil and municipal projects across the GTA and Ontario

Career Growth Opportunity Join a contractor with long-term development potential into senior project leadership roles

Competitive Compensation Package $130000 $160000 base salary plus bonus RRSP program benefits and vacation

Hands-On Project Leadership Take ownership of meaningful infrastructure projects from start to finish

Supportive Team Environment Work alongside experienced operations and field leadership teams

Long-Term Stability Join a well-established contractor with a strong and consistent project backlog

Confidential Inquiry

We understand that many experienced Civil Project Managers are not actively applying to job postings.

If you are open to a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity project pipeline compensation structure or how this role compares to your current position we would welcome the conversation




Required Skills:

Who You Are 7 years of Project Management experience in heavy civil or municipal infrastructure construction Strong experience with: o Sewer & watermain installation o Underground utilities o Road construction and rehabilitation o Deep excavation and earthworks o Municipal or transportation infrastructure projects Proven ability to manage full project lifecycle responsibilities Strong understanding of construction sequencing scheduling and cost control Excellent communication leadership and organizational skills Experience managing subcontractors field teams and client relationships Comfortable working in fast-paced deadline-driven environments Proficient with Microsoft Office and project management tools Civil Engineering Construction Management or related background considered an asset