Project Manager – Heavy Civil Construction Location: Fidelity Office and Various Locations within Ontario Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Annual Salary Range: $70,000-$120,000 About Us Fidelity Engineering & Construction operates as a general contractor in the heavy civil construction sector, delivering infrastructure that supports Canada’s transportation networks, environmental systems, and public assets. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead heavy civil construction projects across Ontario, primarily within our highway division that focuses on roads and bridges. This role is responsible for overall project performance, including safety, scheduling, budgeting, quality, procurement, contract administration, stakeholder coordination, and team leadership. Responsibilities Lead projects from pre‑construction through closeout Manage project performance, including cost, schedule, quality, safety, and reporting Develop and maintain budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and productivity tracking Build and update project schedules and recovery plans Prepare and manage submittals, change orders, RFIs, claims, and project communications Manage procurement and subcontractor coordination Assess deficiencies and develop remediation proposals Collaborate with superintendents and field teams to ensure efficient execution Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders Ensure compliance with contract documents, specifications, permits, environmental commitments, and company procedures Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OHSA, project safety plans, and site‑specific requirements Support tender reviews, project handoff, risk identification, and project strategy Mentor junior project staff and contribute to continuous improvement across operations Maintain project files and digital records, including As‑Built Records Complete other duties as assigned Qualifications 5+ years of project management experience in heavy civil construction Experience with Ontario public‑sector projects (MTO, DND, municipalities) Strong background in cost control, forecasting, subcontract management, and change orders Solid understanding of scheduling, contract administration, and field coordination Experience working directly with owners, consultants, inspectors, subcontractors, and suppliers in Ontario Familiarity with OPSS/OPSD, MTO/municipal standards, traffic staging, utility coordination, and heavy civil project controls Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is preferred; equivalent accredited civil engineering degree or closely related construction/infrastructure degree will also be considered P.Eng. designation or eligibility is an asset Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with AutoCAD and Primavera P6 or equivalent scheduling tool is an asset Valid Ontario driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites as required Personal Qualities / Skills Understanding of safety practices in heavy construction and demonstrated safety mindset; ability to actively participate in all safety initiatives Strong leadership, communication, organizational, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills Reliable with a strong work ethic and self‑motivated Able to multi‑task, prioritize, and be versatile to change Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team Demonstrates superior time management skills Willingness to learn through job‑specific training Ability to work both in office and field environments Punctual and reliable Ability to take direction Working Conditions Combination of office and outdoor construction site reviews, oversight and meetings Must be comfortable working around heavy equipment and varying weather conditions Personal protective equipment (PPE) provided Equal Employment Opportunity Fidelity Group of Companies welcomes and encourages application from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr