Entry Level Assistant Project Manager Jobs in Halifax, NS

The Miller Group, a subsidiary of Colas Canada, is a Canadian leader in the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure since 1917. We provide exceptional customer service and operational support using our time-proven construction methods and innovative technologies, alongside the highest quality products and materials. We leverage our global network to foster positive relationships that make a lasting difference in the communities where we live and work. Whether it is making your commute more efficient, keeping our communities safe, or making remote areas more accessible, at Miller we are proud to Build Greatness in everything we do.

The Miller Group, is a leader in the public and private sectors with road and bridge construction, paving, road and bridge rehabilitation, construction management, winter maintenance services, aggregate-based materials, cement and ready mix concrete. 

With the continued growth and development of our businesses we have an opening in the Dartmouth location for a highly skilled and motivated Concrete Superintendent to join the Miller team.  We provide a stable, challenging and rewarding environment for professional growth and development.

No two days are the same as a Concrete Superintendent. You’ll start your morning by meeting with forepersons and crews to review safety priorities, schedules, and project goals before heading into the field. Throughout the day, you'll oversee concrete operations, from removals and grading to machine-poured curb, gutter, sidewalks, and other flatwork, ensuring every project is delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You’ll collaborate closely with Project Managers, subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, and landowners while supporting and mentoring your team, solving challenges in real time, and keeping operations running smoothly across multiple crews and job sites. 

Above all, you'll champion a strong culture of safety, ensuring every team member returns home safely at the end of each day.

• Oversee and ensure Miller Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures are upheld at all times on all crews under their supervision
• Oversee the day to day aspects of all concrete and associated prep operations including removal of existing concrete, excavation and grading of surfaces and placement of concrete such as machine poured curb and gutter, sidewalk, driveways and miscellaneous concrete projects.
• Work closely with Project Managers to plan project sequencing and crew allocations
• Coordinating all field functions including scheduling of any labour, equipment, materials or subcontractor requirements
• Manage crew members including identification of crew needs, hiring/and promotions, performance management and coaching and mentoring.
• Support on-site forepersons by providing information, resources and training required to execute the work safely, at a high level of quality and on schedule and budget.
• Oversee the use of Miller-owned specialized equipment including ensuring safe operation, and adequate maintenance and upkeep.
• Working closely with the General Superintendent to manage costs
• Managing suppliers and subcontractors to ensure compliance with general contract, and all applicable Environmental, Health and Safety regulations                                                                                   
• Managing land owner concerns, Right-of-Way Access
• Track and summarize extra work
• Direct liaison with consultants, sub-contractors and our site personnel

• 10+ years experience in road construction with specific experience in flatworks such as curb and gutter and sidewalk construction with relevant experience in machine-pouring operations
• HRM experience considered an asset
• Have good computer knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Be a team player with excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Demonstrate effective leadership, conflict resolution skills and the ability to
• Interpret and manage competing priorities under time constraints

Miller is proud to provide this unique career opportunity, we offer continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package. At our core; we are our people. We succeed because we respect our people and invest in their development, safety and well-being. Miller is an equal opportunity employer. At Miller, we believe our workforce should reflect the diversity of the communities we connect. By living our core values of Respect, Commitment, Pioneering and Sharing, we welcome all those who help create the links that bring us together. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of age, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, disability, marital or family status, gender, gender identity or expression. 

Our Company may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with sourcing potential candidates. All screening, assessment, and hiring decisions are made exclusively by qualified personnel. Every application is reviewed and verified by our recruitment team to ensure a fair, transparent, and human-driven hiring process. This posting reflects an existing vacancy.