We’re looking for someone who knows what it’s like on site — someone who’s been in the work, understands how jobs actually get built, and is ready to step into a role where they drive execution, not just track it.

At Centra, the Assistant Project Manager is the person who keeps work moving. You’re out on site, working alongside crews, coordinating trades, solving problems early, and making sure what’s planned actually gets delivered. You’re not sitting behind a desk — you’re in the field, pushing progress and holding the line on execution.

This role exists to increase capacity, improve flow, and bring stronger accountability to our projects. You’ll support Senior Project Managers by taking ownership of site coordination and smaller scopes, while building toward larger project responsibility over time.

What You’ll Be Doing

Drive Execution on Site

• Stay close to field operations and ensure work is progressing in line with plan
• Work alongside Site Supervisors and crews to push productivity and keep momentum
• Hold trades accountable to commitments and timelines
• Identify issues early and take ownership of solving them before they impact the job

Scheduling & Work Planning

• Support project schedules and ensure they reflect real on-site execution
• Coordinate short-term lookaheads with trades and site teams
• Monitor progress and step in to address delays, gaps, or conflicts
• Ensure labour, materials, and sequencing are aligned to keep work flowing

Coordination & Follow-Through

• Coordinate between trades, suppliers, and internal teams to keep work aligned
• Ensure everything needed is in place before work starts
• Track and follow through on open items, commitments, and action lists
• Bridge communication between site and office

Own Smaller Projects & Scopes

• Take full ownership of smaller jobs or scopes from start to finish
• Manage planning, execution, scheduling, and closeout
• Keep projects on track without relying on constant oversight

Project Controls

• Maintain RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and change tracking
• Support contract administration and change management
• Keep project information accurate and up to date

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on construction or carpentry experience (on-site, not theoretical)
• 2+ years in a foreman, lead hand, or project coordination role
• Red Seal Carpenter certification is a strong asset
• Strong understanding of how construction projects actually run day-to-day
• Experience working directly with trades and managing site-level coordination
• Ability to read drawings and understand scope, sequencing, and execution
• Comfortable managing multiple moving parts in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites

Ideal Candidate

You’ve been on the tools. You understand how a job site works, and you’ve likely stepped into a leadership role where people look to you to keep things moving. You’re not passive — you take ownership, step in early, and don’t wait for problems to escalate. You’re organized, but more importantly, you’re practical. You know how work actually gets done and can bridge the gap between planning and execution. You’re comfortable holding people accountable, working alongside crews, and making decisions in real time. You want to grow into a larger project leadership role, and you’re ready to earn that by driving results on site.

Compensation

• $70,000 – $80,000 total compensation
• Growth path into Project Manager level roles

Why This Role Matters

This role directly improves how projects are delivered across the business — increasing team capacity, reducing delays, and driving more consistent execution on site. You will play a key role in building a stronger, more accountable project structure.

Who are we?

OWN IT! That’s more than just a motto at Centra—it’s our way of life. As a 100% employee-owned company, we’re not just working for a paycheck; we’re investing in our future together. With state-of-the-art manufacturing plants in Langley and Calgary, and branches across British Columbia and Alberta, Centra is a leader in high-performance vinyl windows and building envelope restorations. For 42 years, we’ve been perfecting our craft and our culture, earning national acclaim as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures and Best Managed Companies. We’re driven by growth and innovation, powered by our dedicated team. Now is an exciting time to join us as we embark on major expansion plans. At Centra, your career isn’t just a job—it’s an opportunity to OWN your growth, your future, and your impact. Embrace the challenge, shape your success, and OWN IT with Centra!

More about our Award Winning Company!

We won the National Award for “Best Managed Companies” in 2022! This award is Canada’s leading business awards program, recognizing excellence in private Canadian-owned companies. Only the best are awarded with this prestigious designation.

We also won the National WaterStone Award for “Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Culture.” This award recognizes best-in-class Canadian organizations for fostering high-performance corporate cultures that help sustain a competitive advantage. We won because of our dedication, work ethic, and commitment to our culture.

Check us out:

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