Posted 4 months ago
Civil Project Manager – Heavy Civil Infrastructure Projects
@ Canterra Group
Maple, Ontario
Overview
Canterra Group is hiring a full-time permanent Civil Project Manager to deliver heavy civil infrastructure projects across the GTA and Ontario. The role covers sewer and watermain, underground utilities, road construction, deep excavation and municipal works from pre-construction through completion. The posting states compensation of $130,000 to $160,000 base plus bonus, RRSP, benefits and vacation.
Responsibilities:
- Manage heavy civil projects from pre-construction to completion
- Oversee budgets, schedules, forecasting and cost control
- Coordinate superintendents, subcontractors and suppliers
- Manage client, consultant and municipal relationships
- Ensure compliance with contracts, specifications and safety standards
Requirements summary:
- 7+ years project management in heavy civil or municipal construction
- Experience with sewer, watermain, underground utilities and road work
- Strong construction sequencing, scheduling and cost control
- Experience managing subcontractors, field teams and clients
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-07-17
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-10
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Experience | 7+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Construction site, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Fields of study | Civil Engineering, Construction Management |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Performance bonus |
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Canterra Group
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Canterra Group is a boutique executive search firm specializing in the North American Real Estate Development sector. We work in partnership with award winning real estate developers in the residential and commercial sector to build high performance project team
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- 43 Eglinton Ave E, Toronto, Ontario M4P 1A2, CA
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- Canterra Group
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Canterra Group is a boutique executive search firm specializing in the North American Real Estate Development sector. We work in partnership with award winning real estate developers in the residential and commercial sector to build high performance project team
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Staffing and Recruiting |
| Company size | 2-10 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 40 |
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Civil Project Manager – Heavy Civil Infrastructure Projects
Location: GTA, ON | Projects Across Ontario
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Compensation: $130,000 – $160,000 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 – $130,000 – $160,000 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
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