Building Science Project Manager Jobs in Ottawa, ON

Doran Contractors Limited

Job Title: Project Manager

Company: Doran Contractors Limited

Reports to: VP of Operations

Salary Range: $110,000-$140,000

Location: 3187 Albion Road

Vacancy Status: This is an active job opening. Doran Contractors Limited is actively hiring for this position.

About Us

Doran Contractors has a rich and diverse history in general contracting. From tender closing to substantial completion, Doran Contractors takes pride in being on time and on budget, focusing on exceeding clients’ expectations at every opportunity. With more than 120 years of history behind it, Doran is proud to have served hundreds of satisfied clients and has earned a reputation for highly skilled service - down to the last detail.

As part of the Taggart Group, Doran is a proud, family-owned business benefiting from long-standing stability and continued growth, offering a variety of opportunities for those looking to get hands-on experience and build a lasting career.

At Taggart, you will be part of something bigger, and what you do today will make an impact for years to come. We believe in your success.

Building integrity, quality, and community together.

About this Role

The Project Manager is responsible for the overall management and successful delivery of assigned construction projects from pre-construction through completion. Working closely with Superintendents, Project Coordinators, Estimating, Finance, clients, consultants, subcontractors, and senior leadership, the Project Manager ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

The successful candidate will bring strong construction knowledge, financial and project management skills, and the ability to build effective relationships while proactively identifying and resolving issues throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Delivery

• Review estimates, contracts, specifications, and scopes of work. Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades, consultants, suppliers, materials, permits, and procurement requirements to ensure projects remain on schedule.
• Oversee RFIs, shop drawings, changes, instructions, submittals, and other project documentation, ensuring information is communicated to all affected parties.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify and resolve schedule, quality, construction, and safety issues.

Financial & Contract Management

• Manage project budgets, forecasts, cash flow, purchase orders, invoices, timesheets, and progress payments, working closely with the Finance and Estimating teams.
• Manage subcontractor and trade contracts, including changes, instructions, and other contractual requirements.
• Prepare and communicate regular financial updates, identifying cost concerns, risks, and variances and taking action as required.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress, schedule, costs, and key issues.
• Chair project meetings and coordinate communication and follow-up between the site team, Estimating, Finance, Administration, and senior management.
• Manage expectations, resolve issues, and ensure project requirements are consistently understood and delivered.

Team Leadership

• Lead and support the project team, working closely with the Superintendent and Project Coordinator to achieve project objectives, timelines, safety, and quality standards.
• Mentor and provide ongoing guidance and feedback to Project Coordinators and other project team members.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and solutions-focused environment while proactively addressing challenges throughout the project.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Undergraduate degree, B.A.Sc. (Civil Engineering) or Civil Engineering Technologist Diploma.
• Minimum 10 years of construction industry experience, with 5–8 years in a Project Manager role managing similar projects. ICI experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, sequencing, scheduling, contract administration, and project financial management.
• Strong communication, negotiation, problem-solving, organizational, and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts, with working knowledge of construction law, building codes, and health and safety requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.

Physical/Sensory Effort and Work Environment

• Construction environment can be difficult conditions, this role will require working outdoors and indoors.
• Manual dexterity required.
• Overtime as required.
• Providing service to several people or departments, working under many simultaneous deadlines.

Accommodation Requests

The Taggart Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to citizenship, race, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, ancestry, disability, age, creed, sex/pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

In accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with a Disabilities Act, we’re committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation or special assistance, please send an email to hr@taggart.ca with your request.

Salary Range

The salary range shown reflects expected total annual compensation, including base pay, bonuses, and/or commissions.

Thank You for Considering Doran Contractors

Thank you for your interest in joining Doran Contractors Limited. We appreciate every application, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. Any such submissions become the property of Doran Contractors Limited and are not eligible for compensation. AI may be used to screen and assess candidates.