Overview

You’re analytical, organized, and great with people. When someone has to take charge, you volunteer. In school, you spearheaded group projects and got everyone to finish well before the deadline. You’re a Project Manager! In this role, you’ll plan, oversee, and execute projects.

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Skills You’ll Need

  • Excellent time management and communication skills
  • Experience with cost estimation and budget creation
  • Organizing and motivating a project team
  • Compiling reports and necessary documentation
  • Assessing and mitigating risks
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Role Requirements

To become a Project Manager, you’ll need to meet the following requirements.

  • A high school diploma or equivalent
  • Some roles require a college degree in construction technology or a university degree in civil engineering
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What You’ll Do

  • Plan, schedule, organize, direct, control, and evaluate construction projects from start to finish
  • Coordinate internal resources and vendors to ensure flawless execution
  • Deliver all projects on time, within scope, and within budget
  • Take the proper steps to verify changes in project scope, schedule, and costs
  • Use appropriate tools to measure project performance
  • Report issues and escalate them to management when necessary

How To
Get Started

Kick-start your career in project management by taking these three steps.

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Start Studying

Choose a program for construction technology or civil engineering. In this process, you’ll learn about the industry, the variety of roles within it, and the skills you’ll need to succeed as a Project Manager.

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Get Some Field Experience

Feel free to start in an entry-level position and work your way up. This will give you a vital, hands-on understanding of what each crew member does.

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Become a Project Manager

Start looking for Project Manager roles in the water and wastewater industry. We’ve got some listed on our job board!

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What
Ontarians
Are Saying

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“There are endless opportunities to make the most out of a career in the land development world. There are an incredible number of unique jobs that all serve a purpose in building new communities.”

Mark Van Gogh
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