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Large Loss Commercial Project Manager
@ Paul Davis Ottawa
Ottawa, Ontario
Overview
Paul Davis Ottawa & Lanark is hiring a Large Loss Project Manager for commercial restoration and reconstruction work. The role manages major losses from initial response through estimating, production, financial management, invoicing and closeout. Full-time, with on-call rotation, emergency availability, CAT travel, and a performance bonus plus benefits.
Pay:
$85,000–$100,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Lead commercial and large-loss projects from assignment to closeout
- Own estimates, budgets, schedules and gross margin
- Manage supplements, change orders and invoicing
- Coordinate contractors, consultants and vendors
- Serve as primary client contact on major projects
Requirements summary:
- Minimum 5 years restoration or construction project management
- Experience with large-loss or commercial projects
- Strong construction knowledge
- Xactimate experience
- Strong estimating and financial management skills
- Valid driver's licence
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-29
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Construction site, Client sites, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Valid driver's licence |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Performance bonus, Paid training, Uniform provided |
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Paul Davis Ottawa
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Full company description
Paul Davis Restoration of Ottawa and Lanark is your trusted, full-service disaster restoration partner in Canada. We combine industry-leading technology, advanced equipment, and a people-first approach to deliver fast, reliable recovery when it matters most. From fire and smoke to water, mold, or storm damage, our certified experts are on call 24/7—ready to restore not just property, but peace of mind. With professionalism, care, and a deep commitment to our community, we’re here to help you rebuild, recover, and move forward with confidence.
- LinkedIn followers
- 620
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 19
- Reported office locations
- 1228 Old Innes Rd., Suite 309, Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V3, CA
- Other recorded names
- Paul Davis Ottawa
- Paul Davis Ottawa & Lanark
- Specialties
- Asbestos
- Sewage Backup
- Restoration and Remodeling
- IICRC Certified Firm
- Vandalism Cleanup and Repair
- Residential Property Restoration
- Commercial Property Restoration
- Water Damage Restoration
- Mold Clean up
- Damage Restoration
- Biohazard Clean Up
- Property Restoration
- Fire Damage Restoration
- Storm Damage Restoration
- Contents Cleaning
- Smoke Damage
- Flood Damage
- Dry In Place Experts
- Drying Specialists
- Property Damage Appraisals
- and Property Damage Estimates
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
Paul Davis Restoration of Ottawa and Lanark is your trusted, full-service disaster restoration partner in Canada. We combine industry-leading technology, advanced equipment, and a people-first approach to deliver fast, reliable recovery when it matters most. From fire and smoke to water, mold, or storm damage, our certified experts are on call 24/7—ready to restore not just property, but peace of mind. With…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 11-50 employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2006 |
| Specialties | AsbestosSewage BackupRestoration and RemodelingIICRC Certified FirmVandalism Cleanup and RepairResidential Property RestorationCommercial Property RestorationWater Damage RestorationMold Clean upDamage Restoration |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 24 |
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Benefits:
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
Paul Davis Ottawa & Lanark is looking for an experienced Large Loss Project Manager – Commercial to lead complex, high-value restoration and reconstruction projects.
We need an experienced PM who can take ownership of major losses from initial response through estimating, production, financial management, invoicing and final closeout. If you thrive under pressure, understand construction, manage the financial side of projects and take pride in being accountable for results, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Own
You will manage the full lifecycle of commercial and large-loss projects, including:
- Lead projects from initial assignment through completion and closeout
- Manage emergency mitigation and reconstruction projects
- Develop scopes and review Xactimate estimates, budgets and schedules
- Own project profitability and gross margin performance
- Manage supplements and change orders
- Coordinate internal teams, contractors, consultants and vendors
- Lead site and pre-construction meetings
- Maintain accurate documentation in RMS, Xactimate and Encircle
- Maintain accurate four-week project forecasts
- Ensure budgets, POs and work orders are established before work proceeds
- Manage timely invoicing and Accounts Receivable follow-up
- Identify project risks early and drive them to resolution
Client & Commercial Relationships
You will be one of the primary faces of Paul Davis on our largest projects, working with commercial property owners, property managers, adjusters, consultants, engineers, brokers and other stakeholders. You'll manage expectations, solve problems and build relationships that lead to repeat business.
You'll also support the growth of our commercial and large-loss division through client engagement, networking and industry events.
Technical Leadership
You should be comfortable managing complex commercial projects involving structural and building-envelope components, HVAC, electrical and mechanical systems, water and fire mitigation, advanced structural drying, environmental hazards, building codes, permitting and commercial site safety.
You don't need to perform every technical function, but you need the construction and restoration knowledge to lead the project, challenge information when necessary and make sound decisions.
Financial Accountability
You will be accountable for estimating and scope accuracy, budgeting, cost control, gross profit performance, change orders, invoicing, AR follow-up and financial forecasting.
Successful project delivery means quality work, an exceptional client experience and strong financial performance.
What We're Looking For:
- Minimum 5 years of restoration or construction project management experience
- Experience managing large-loss, complex or commercial projects
- Strong construction knowledge
- Xactimate experience
- Strong estimating, budgeting and financial management skills
- Ability to manage contractors and multiple projects
- Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills
- Ability to operate independently, make decisions and take ownership
- Valid driver's licence
Experience with commercial insurance losses, RMS, Encircle, environmental remediation and complex building systems is an asset. Bilingualism is also an asset.
Work Requirements
Large losses don't always happen between 9 and 5. This role requires participation in our on-call rotation, availability for significant emergency losses and the ability to travel for CAT events when required.
Why Paul Davis?
We are building a high-performance restoration company with ambitious plans for continued growth in commercial, large loss and catastrophe response. This is an opportunity to take ownership of some of our largest and most challenging projects while helping shape the growth of our commercial business.
Don’t meet every qualification? Let’s talk anyway. We value experience, leadership, construction knowledge and the ability to get results. If you believe you can succeed in this role but don't check every box, we still want to hear from you.
Ready for the challenge? Apply today and tell us about the largest or most complex project you've managed.
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