New Job Posting Available! - Project Manager [Tłı̨chǫ Community Builders - Behchokǫ̀, NT]
Tłı̨chǫ Community Builders (TCB) - Behchokǫ̀, NT
Tłı̨chǫ Community Builders (TCB) is a COR-certified, well-established Northern construction company with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality residential and commercial projects throughout the Tłı̨chǫ region. Proud of our northern roots, we are committed to building strong, resilient communities through integrity, excellence, and respect.
We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Project Manager to join our team and lead construction projects across the Tłı̨chǫ communities of Behchokǫ̀, Whatì, Gamètì, and Wekweètì.
About the Role
Reporting to the Director of Technical Services, the Project Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all construction project activities from initiation through close-out. This includes managing scope, schedule, budget, safety, quality, and resources while ensuring compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
The Project Manager directly oversees site superintendents, subcontractors, and project teams, and plays a key role in maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, inspectors, and community partners. Regular travel to remote communities is required.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, and direct residential and commercial construction projects.
- Develop, establish, and manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and implementation plans.
- Supervise and coordinate site superintendents, subcontractors, trades, and labour.
- Monitor construction sites for safety compliance, quality assurance, and efficiency under a COR-certified system.
- Ensure projects meet client specifications, drawings, building codes, contracts, and all Federal, Territorial, and community legislation.
- Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and contracts.
- Track project performance, costs, and schedules; implement corrective actions as required.
- Prepare project estimates, manage cost control, and assist with cost reporting.
- Respond to tenders and RFPs; solicit, evaluate, and award subcontracts.
- Quantify, procure, and manage materials and deliveries.
- Manage invoicing, submittals, and project documentation.
- Provide regular project updates and reporting to senior management and clients.
- Coordinate project staffing, training needs, and resource mobilization.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with architects, inspectors, contractors, and community stakeholders.
- Support project close-out, demobilization, and site clean-up.
- Perform other duties as required to support effective business operations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong leadership, mentoring, and team coordination skills.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
- Proven experience managing budgets, schedules, and multiple concurrent projects.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict-management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Microsoft Project) and project accounting software.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.
- Safety-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Understanding of construction industry acts, regulations, and best practices.
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity, with experience working in multicultural and Indigenous environments.
- Willingness to travel and/or temporarily relocate for work, as required
Qualifications
- Journeyperson Carpentry ticket and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certificate considered a strong asset but not required.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Project Management roles within the construction industry.
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence required
- Experience working in Northern or remote environments is a strong asset.
Why Join TCB?
- Be part of a respected Northern company committed to community development.
- Lead meaningful projects that directly impact Tłı̨chǫ communities.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to long-term community infrastructure.