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Civil Engineering Assistant Project Manager Organisation Type: Civil Engineering / Construction Organisation Salary: Up to $130,000 Location: Sudbury | Onsite | Relocation, Living Out Allowance (LOA) support provided Your New Company This organization is a well-established, Canadian-owned organization that is responsible for the design & development of civil & infrastructure projects & recognized as one of Canadas Best Managed Companies. With a strong presence across Ontario and major infrastructure projects nationwide, this organization offers a collaborative, values-driven environment focused on safety, quality, and long-term career growth. The organization is known for its accessible leadership, inclusive culture, and commitment to developing its people. Your New Role This organization is seeking a Civil Engineering Assistant Project Manager (APM) to support a major heavy civil / hydro infrastructure project in Northern Ontario. Reporting directly to the Project Manager, the APM will play a key role in the design and day-to-day management financial tracking, scheduling, and risk management of the project. This role offers long-term project stability and exposure to technically challenging work with a focus on dam projects. The position is site-based, with flexibility for candidates currently located outside the region through living-out allowance (LOA) or relocation support. Key Responsibilities Support the Project Manager in delivering a complex heavy civil / hydro infrastructure project by contributing to engineering design coordination, earlystage planning, and project documentation from predesign through to construction & closeout. Track project performance against schedule and budget by assisting with progress measurement, percentcomplete updates, costtodate monitoring, and forwardlooking projections to ensure design & development milestones remain on track. Help identify emerging design and technical risks (scope gaps, constructability issues, consultant delays, permitting constraints) and contribute to practical mitigation plans that maintain project continuity. Assist with scope definition, design change management, and documentation, including preparing submissions and ensuring client and consultant approvals are secured before revised work proceeds. Partner with internal teams and consultants to ensure drawings, specifications, and technical packages are aligned with project requirements and ready to support downstream construction activities. Provide support for subcontract and supplier engagement, including onboarding, tracking designrelated deliverables, monitoring document compliance, and assisting in aligning vendor outputs with design intent. Contribute to commercial and administrative processes by supporting progress billings, assembling backup documentation, and assisting with outstanding information requests. Promote a strong safetyfirst culture by incorporating designforsafety principles and supporting the implementation of safety requirements within project documentation and planning. Support quality compliance by helping maintain organized records, tracking revisions, and ensuring all documentation adheres to the companys Quality Assurance requirements. What Youll Need to Succeed Professional accreditation (P.Eng. or CET) Willingness to work on project sites in Ontario; candidates located outside the region are encouraged to apply as the client can support relocation and/or provide a Living Out Allowance (LOA). A post-secondary background in Civil Engineering or a related technical discipline (engineering degree, diploma, or equivalent practical training). Proven experience supporting the delivery of large, complex projects beyond small maintenance / minor works. Strong heavy civil / infrastructure engineering exposure, with relevance to structural concrete, hydro/power, water-related works, or similar project scopes (dam experience is a strong advantage but not a strict requirement). Sufficient depth of experience to step in and run with it (typically 8+ years), though high-performing Senior Project Coordinators / developing APMs with the right project background will be considered. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to flag risks early and keep project teams aligned. Solid working knowledge of AutoCAD and project management tools and reporting platforms (MS Office required; MS Project and Bluebeam preferred). What Youll Get in Return Competitive total compensation aligned to experience and project background. A comprehensive benefits package with flexibility and strong coverage from the start. Four (4) weeks of vacation. Retirement savings support through a company program with employer contribution. 24/7 access to virtual healthcare / telemedicine services. Ongoing training, development, and career growth opportunities within an expanding Ontario operation. Employee assistance resources and wellness initiatives supported by an active internal community. Company-provided corporate apparel / clothing program. Site/Location Support (Northern Ontario) Living Out Allowance (LOA) is available for candidates based outside the project region, provided the roles work schedule is maintained (full MondayFriday coverage). Relocation costs can be compensated for the right candidate, with flexibility depending on individual circumstances and project needs. A genuine open-door environment people at all levels are encouraged to share input and are heard, even early in their tenure. Accessible leadership the organization is large enough to deliver major work, but not so layered that you cant connect directly with decision-makers. A strong growth culture a place where employees can build long-term careers as the business continues expanding in Ontario. Supportive, tight-knit project teams particularly on remote sites where colleagues tend to form a collaborative, community-style dynamic. What You Need to Do Now If youre interested in this Assistant Project Manager opportunity or would like a confidential discussion about similar roles in civil and infrastructure construction, please reach out directly to Tim Spencer. This posting is for an existing vacancy with the organization. AI may be used to screen, assess or select applicants for the position.