• An excellent opportunity to join an organization with top-tier reputation
• Be rewarded with a competitive annual salary of $100-136K plus incredible benefits
• Lead projects that are essential to Fort McMurray's civil infrastructure growth

About H. Wilson Industries

As part of Volker Stevin Canada's umbrella of companies, H. Wilson Industries (H. Wilson) is an established and reputable general contractor headquartered in Fort McMurray, Alberta. Incorporated in 1977, H. Wilson started as a specialty paving company. We have since grown and evolved, to provide our clients with a variety of additional services. We offer water and sewer utility installation, excavation and grading, aggregate supply, granular base installation, soil stabilization, concrete works, highway maintenance, snow clearing and winter maintenance.

Throughout the years we have developed long-term partnerships with municipal and provincial government agencies, private developers, and oil sands companies.

For more information about us, our projects, and services, please visit our website: hwilson.net.

About the Opportunity

H. Wilson is looking for a full-time Engineering Project Manager based in Fort McMurray, Alberta. You will oversee a substantial, $44M civil contract, with extensive work that includes water and sewer utility installation.

You will supervise the end-to-end construction process, including estimating, establishing schedules, procurement of materials, obtaining permits and approvals, contract negotiations, progress tracking/reporting, and prioritizing health and safety.

Furthermore, you will also take ownership in completing quantity take-offs, preparing cost estimates, collaborating site operations with the Site Superintendent to enforce best work practices, as well as determining financial needs to complete the project.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Managing and directing the project teams through concise communication, coordination, and follow-up necessary to meet the project goals
• Preparing the bid-files, tender process, budgets, estimates, and construction schedule
• Establishing project procedures consistent with contractual documents and the Safety Management Guide
• Ensuring all work products are consistent with industry standards and are under applicable codes and specifications
• Ensuring the scope of work, schedule, and budget are clearly defined and understood by senior management and all project participants, including the client. 
• Tracking schedule and budget progress with project milestones, and taking all actions necessary for deadline compliance
• Coordinating training and compliance measures to ensure project procedures are followed
• Identifying and securing necessary approvals for all changes in the project scope, budget, and/or schedule
• Conducting site inspections and participating in onsite meetings to assess progress
• Maintaining ongoing communication with the client to ensure that their needs and project deliverables are met, and make adjustments as they arise

About You

To qualify, you will need an engineering designation specifically in Civil Construction, Water Resources Infrastructure, Municipal, or other related technical training. 

In addition, we also require the following:

• At least 3 years of experience working in underground/subsurface water resources and sewer construction projects
• P.Eng designation
• APEGA membership, or ability to obtain one
• Valid Driver's License and clean abstract
• Proven leadership skills
• Financial proficiency and excellent understanding of Microsoft Excel
• Ability to read, interpret, and visualize plans and specifications
• PMP designation (asset)
• Hard Dollar, MS Office Dynamics 365, Heavy Bid/Heavy Job software skills (asset)

Moreover, you will join us with outstanding communication skills, an excellent ability to build relationships and manage stakeholder expectations, and a proactive understanding of key deliverables.

This is an incredible opportunity for an ambitious Engineering Project Manager to oversee a 3-year contract that will provide stability and exciting challenges for your career. This is your chance to make your mark and take on a project that will have a lasting effect on Fort McMurray's civil infrastructure!

About the Benefits

As a valued member of H. Wilson's team, you will be rewarded with a highly competitive annual salary of $100-136K, evaluated on skills, knowledge, and experience, as well as excellent benefits that include:

• 100% company paid health, dental, and prescription coverage
• Employer-contributed RRSPs
• A supplied vehicle or generous vehicle allowance - up to $10,000/year!
• Relocation assistance, negotiable based on candidate circumstances
• Long-term and stable tenure to manage a 3-year, multi-million dollar contract
• Access to extensive Learning & Development courses and industry-leading training programs
• Endless potential for growth through H. Wilson's and Volker Stevin's umbrella of companies
• Joining a community builder with excellent reputation
• A chance to build infrastructure that serves Fort McMurray and Alberta
• And many more!

If you're ready to challenge yourself and join an established Fort McMurray institution with a tight-knit and supportive team culture, apply now!