VFX project manager

Title posted on indeed.com - Project Manager

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Employer details VanDel Construction

Job details

*Job Title: *Project Manager *Location:* Waterloo Region *Job Type: *Full Time VanDel Construction Limited has been Building a Better Way since 1974 as one of South Western Ontario?s premier constructor of Institutional, Commercial, Industrial (ICI) Senior Living/Retirement, Hotel and Residential High/Mid Rise projects. The dedication and commitment of our employees continue to be the foundation of our growing business resulting in a solid reputation for superior quality and long-lasting customer relationships. In the era of an ever-changing workplace we are proud to boast some of our first employees are still employed today! *The Role* Our extended VanDel team is seeking an experienced Project Manager for new-building mid-rise construction. The candidate will provide overall construction management, ensuring the project is constructed as per the design, budget, quality and schedule in conjunction with Owners, Consultants and Sub Contractors. *Other Responsibilities Include:* * Develops the Project Execution Plan along with the VanDel Project Team. * Manages project performance, schedule, and resources. * Provides performance status reports for safety, cost forecast, and schedule. * Performs detailed project cost review. * Performs risk, opportunity management, and forecasting. * Prepares and/or verifies progress payments to clients and subcontractors, and monitors progress. * Understands client expectations and contract. * Interfaces with the project team, client representative, consultants, and trade contractors. * Sets up project reporting procedures. * Negotiates and issues subcontracts, revisions, and major purchase orders, and monitors their progress and schedule. * Understands and enforces the contract/contract documents and resolves disputes. * Participates or leads claims/dispute negotiations with owner and trade contractors. * Manages all change orders, including negotiating, processing, and assessing cost and schedule impact. * Participates in overall project closeout, including document archival, maintenance and warranty manuals, deficiencies, and warranty work. * Other duties as required. Qualifications: * Post-secondary education or training in Engineering, Construction related degree/diploma and/or apprenticeship in related trades. * 5-8 years of construction related experience ideally in the ICI, LTC market * In-depth knowledge of the construction industry, specifically construction specifications, building materials, methods and procedures. * Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Word and Project. * Familiarity with ProCore Construction Software is an asset. * Ability to lead and assess trade performance on the job. * Ability to apply basic engineering principles to construction challenges. * Ability to schedule, monitor and forecast resources for optimum efficiency. * Ability to manage others and many facets of the construction project and assume overall responsibility. * Ability to manage project budgets and create and schedule a project. * Knowledge of and experience with accounting principles and processes. * Knowledge of cost and change management. * Knowledge of construction law and building codes. * Ability to create and manage the document control process for a project. * Ability to write and administer simple subcontracts and purchase orders. * Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills. * Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders and decision makers. * Ability to collaborate with consultants and engineers on projects. * Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. * Demonstrates strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. * Demonstrated flexibility and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. We offer all the bells and whistles including a competitive salary, Vehicle Allowance, Matching RRSP program, extensive health benefits for you and your family all in a safe, fun, family