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Senior Project Manager, Building – Kamloops / Rotation

IDL Projects Inc. (IDL), established in 2005, is the largest general contractor in northern British Columbia, headquartered in Prince George, BC. With satellite offices in various communities across BC, IDL provides a wide range of construction services, including heavy civil and infrastructure, commercial, residential, public and institutional, industrial, energy, mining, and safety services. The business is responsible for completing over 350 projects annually and operates with a fleet of 400+ modern heavy equipment and a workforce of nearly 1,000 skilled professionals. The company is renowned for its industry-leading safety culture, strong bonding capacity, and commitment to quality and client service, ensuring successful project delivery across diverse locations.

As a Senior Project Manager within IDL’s Building Division, you will oversee a $100M BC Build project consisting of two 6-storey wood-frame buildings situated on a shared parkade. This project will be located in Kamloops, and the successful candidate will either be based in Kamloops or open to a regular rotation schedule, spending time in Kamloops every 1–2 weeks. Beyond this, the company maintains a healthy portfolio of work throughout British Columbia, primarily in the northern and northwestern regions of the province. You will work closely with the Superintendent and be supported by a Foreman, Project Engineer, Project Administrator, and self-perform personnel. Your responsibilities will include guiding the project team, overseeing day-to-day operations, developing and implementing project plans, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. You will maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, site staff, sub-trades, and the internal project team.

IDL requires someone with a minimum of 5(+) years’ experience as a Project Manager for a General Contractor and/or Developer Builder in BC. A proven track record of delivering new-build multifamily projects is essential. Candidates with experience managing major institutional and commercial construction projects will also be considered. Ideally, this person will have a technical background in Carpentry, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline. Proficiency in MS Projects and/or Procore is preferred. Having prior experience managing remote projects as well as managing in-house crews is considered an asset, as is prior experience with wood-frame and/or CLT structures. The successful candidate will have a good permanent work history, leadership qualities, and be knowledgeable in various trade fields.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly expanding operation at IDL, offering significant potential for career advancement. You’ll be part of a company with an excellent reputation across the province, known for fostering positive relationships with clients, consultants, and trade partners. The collaborative environment among construction management professionals on IDL sites contributes to a smoother and more enjoyable project experience. You will be rewarded with a competitive base salary, annual bonus, a comprehensive benefits plan including RSP, and future opportunities for stock options.

This is a rare opportunity to join a smart, dedicated team at an organization with such a depth of expertise and significant project pipeline. To be considered for this exciting opportunity please send your resume to Andrew Buckley of HAYS at andrew.buckley@hays.com. All interactions are strictly confidential.

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