Posted 2 months ago
Assistant Project Manager
@ Chandos
Calgary, Alberta
Overview
Chandos is hiring an Assistant Project Manager to organize, administer and control project activities under a Project Manager's direction. The role supports construction projects from tendering and procurement through site mobilization. The posting states a salary of $91,000 to $112,000 plus a bonus program, and three or more years of Project Coordinator experience for a general contractor.
Pay:
$91,800–$112,200 a year
Responsibilities:
- Organize and control project activities under a Project Manager
- Prepare tender and contract documents
- Negotiate and issue subcontracts and purchase orders
- Support initial site mobilization and setup
- Ensure health and safety training and reporting compliance
Requirements summary:
- Three or more years as a Project Coordinator for a general contractor
- Engineering degree or CET construction diploma, or equivalent experience
- Solid understanding of construction trades, safety and techniques
- Able to read project plans, specifications and contract documents
- Basic understanding of contractual models
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-16
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Construction site, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (preferred), Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Engineering, Construction |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Wellness |
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Chandos
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We Build Better Together
Full company description
Established in 1980, Chandos Construction is one of North America’s most collaborative and innovative national technical builders. We have over 700 field and office staff across our offices in Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Kelowna, Vancouver, Ottawa, Toronto, and Chalk River. Chandos is 100 per cent employee owned, and our success is driven by our employee owners. Over 80 per cent of our work is delivered using collaborative methods. In addition to our strength in construction management, we are the Canadian leader in Integrated Project Delivery, Lean construction, Virtual Design and Construction, and Sustainability. At all times we seek to maximize shared value for our employees, clients, industry partners, and community members in a sustainable manner. Because we believe that when we do this, we can build a better world for everyone.
- LinkedIn followers
- 65,978
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 643
- Reported office locations
- 9604 - 20 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6N 1G1, CA
- 1000, 15 Sunpark Plaza SE, Suite 200, Calgary, Alberta T2X 0M5, CA
- 110, 4732 – 60th Street, Red Deer, AB T4N 7C7, CA
- 4180 Lougheed Hwy, Unit 103, Burnaby, BC V5C 6A7, CA
- 2680 Skymark Ave, Suite 600, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 5L6, CA
- 106-1626 Richter St, Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 2M3, CA
- 770 Palladium Dr, Ottawa, Ontario K2V 1C8 , CA
- Business categories
- Industrial Engineering
- Construction
- Project Management
- Other recorded names
- Chandos
- Chandos Construction
- Specialties
- Construction
- Construction Management
- Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)
- Collaborative Projects
- Lean Contracting
- Sustainable Construction
- Building Information Modelling (BIM)
- Innovation
- Employee Owned
- Award Winning
- Continuous Improvement
- Chandos Production System (CPS)
- Pull Planning
- Integration
- Special Services Group (SSG)
- General Contracting
- Big Room
- and Values Alignment
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Established in 1980, Chandos Construction is one of North America’s most collaborative and innovative national technical builders. We have over 700 field and office staff across our offices in Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Kelowna, Vancouver, Ottawa, Toronto, and Chalk River. Chandos is 100 per cent employee owned, and our success is driven by our employee owners. Over 80 per cent of our work is delivered using…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Edmonton, AB |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1980 |
| Specialties | ConstructionConstruction ManagementIntegrated Project Delivery (IPD)Collaborative ProjectsLean ContractingSustainable ConstructionBuilding Information Modelling (BIM)InnovationEmployee OwnedAward Winning |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 63 |
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Company Description
We are 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.
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. 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.
Job Description
The Assistant Project Manager (APM) is responsible to organize, administer and control project activities, under the direction and supervision of a Project Manager. The APM will support and collaborate with the Project Manager and Superintendent in overseeing and managing their assigned projects. The APM may also in some situations be directly responsible for providing overall administrative direction for one or more smaller projects under the supervision of a Project Manager or Project Director.
- Utilize all Chandos project management systems: Chandos Production System, Project Execution Plan, Quality Management system, Health and Safety Program, and Project Management Manual.
- Ensure compliance with Chandos health and safety training and reporting requirements.
- Assist estimating in the tendering process as required.
- Assist in the preparation of tender documents.
- Prepare contract documents with the desired scope of work for Project Manager’s review.
- Utilize Chandos procedures during the procurement phase as well as throughout the project as directed by the Project Manager.
- Assist in the management of all aspects of the project.
- Assist with the negotiating and issuing of Subcontracts and purchase orders for the project.
- Assist the project team with the initial mobilization and setup of the construction site.
Qualifications
You bring grit, accountability, and an entrepreneurial mindset to every project. You thrive in a hands-on environment, solving problems on the fly and building trust through clear, respectful communication - even when the pressure’s on.
These are the MINIMUM requirements:
- Three or more years of experience as a Project Coordinator for a general contractor (GC)
- Engineering degree or technical diploma in an appropriate construction-related field (CET), or equivalent construction experience
- A solid understanding of all construction trades, safety and construction techniques
- Able to understand and navigate project plans, specifications and contract documents
- Basic understanding of the different contractual models and responsibilities
Preferred
- Construction / Engineering degree is preferred.
Additional Information
Chandos is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and this includes our recruitment and hiring process.
We recognize that our differences are our greatest strengths. We uncover talent. We nurture talent. And then we give people the tools they need to use their talent to create a positive impact.
- We are 100% employee owned. Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only one class of units at Chandos, because we believe everyone should be treated equal. We talk about being an entrepreneurial-minded organization and you can be sure we mean it!
- Competitive wages
- Well rounded employer paid benefits program including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program
- RRSP matching program to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security
- Educational assistance for employees who wish to pursue job-performance enhancing education
- Recognition and annual salary reviews program
- Leadership conferences that allow employees to connect and collaborate
- Regular company-wide engagement opportunities
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.
Compensation Transparency
Expected Salary: $91,000 - $112,000
The base salary range for this role is listed above and may vary based on your experience. This position also includes a competitive bonus program. Throughout the interview process, we’ll discuss your background to determine the best alignment for your experience level.
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