Sr. Project Manager

Who We Are

Not just built for today. Building for tomorrow.

DIRTT is a global leader in industrialized construction. Our system of physical products and digital tools empowers organizations—alongside construction and design leaders—to build high-performing, adaptable interior environments.

Operating across workplace, healthcare, education, and public sector markets, DIRTT provides total design freedom and greater certainty in cost, schedule, and outcomes.

We are a highly motivated group of individuals who embrace the company’s entrepreneurial spirit. Everyone is hands-on, regardless of role. We celebrate our successes together, work hard, have fun, and treat one another with respect.

Who You Are

As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a key role in planning, coordinating, and managing large DIRTT projects and supervising PMs running smaller projects. You are results-driven, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

As a DIRTT Senior Project Manager, you must have a detailed understanding of all aspects of DIRTT project management. You must possess computer, problem solving, communication, time management, and organizational skills. To be a successful candidate, you are required to have extensive experience in the DIRTT premanufactured construction industry. Experience supervising, managing, and leading industry trades and projects is required. Successful candidates will have proven experience in project management and the ability to lead project teams of various sizes in the field. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a large advantage.

What You’ll Do

• Develop comprehensive project plans for projects of $3 Million to $12 Million, including timelines, resource allocation and procurement strategies in conjunction with contractual obligations to mitigate risk and cost overages.
• Coordinate and oversee construction activities, ensuring adherence to project schedules, specifications, and contractual obligations.
• Evaluate and select installation companies based on qualifications, experience and cost-effectiveness when applicable. Orchestrate qualified training of new IS installers, including G.C. self-perform, for a successful DIRTT project implementation.
• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on project status to stakeholders. This includes but is not limited to overall project GM, project errors/omission, project schedule adherence, and future risk mitigation measures. Manage PMs and their progress tracking and provide support and feedback when needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and legal requirements, prioritizing a safe working environment for all involved.
• Manage construction project documentation, including contracts, bonds, insurance, submittals, RFIs, special permits/licenses, drawings, change orders, close out documents and postmortem reports with outside stakeholders including any subcontractors.
• Develop with Principal Project Manager a systematic approach and dashboard that provides direct teams and leadership live updates and reports on project status, including milestones, budget updates, and any significant developments or risks.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and ensure compliance with local building codes and regulations related to contractual agreements.
• Carry out thorough project evaluations and assessments to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary corrective measures during projects to protect margins, and post to increase margins. Coach PMs who need assistance in managing their margins.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the Project Management group, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Ensure that On-Site teams are following all the required daily activities to achieve optimal success while also fulfilling contractor obligations. Use ICE software to assist with design, pricing, and scope review.
• Assist in determining DIRTT install requirements, duration, equipment, compliance, and cost, specific to project locations throughout North America.
• Lead internal and participate in pull planning sessions from executed contract to completion of work. Attend and participate in project site meetings with general contractor and other subtrades, throughout any given project duration as required.
• Educate members of related trade groups that may not be familiar with DIRTT manufactured solutions, and how they are integrated with specific trades. Related trades may include steel stud framing, drywall, electrical, low voltage, data, security, hardware, plumbing, casework, trim, glazing, ceiling, iron/steel erection, paint, and timber framing.

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in construction management or comparable field experience will be considered.
• Proven experience as Construction Project Manager.
• Experience in prefabricated construction including the specialties of: Casework/Millwork, or Drywall, or custom interiors/interior finishes.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, contract language, risk mitigation, building codes and safety regulations.
• In-depth understanding of DIRTT construction procedures, material and project manage principles.
• Familiar with applicable Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations.
• Knowledge of standard project management, scheduling and estimating software (Word, Excel, MS Project, Crew Based Estimating software, etc.).
• A team player with leadership abilities: Believing in the DIRTT Solution, Passionate on purpose we provide, thinking towards new and innovative ways to delivery DIRTT, interested in continuous growth, accountable to not being afraid to make decision with action instead of allowing team to suffer from making one.
• Travel is required with duration dependent on project size, schedule, and contingencies inherent in the construction industry.
• International travel will be expected.
• Excellent Organizational and time-management skills.
• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills.

What’s In It for You

• A competitive base salary plus a variable pay (bonus) program.
• Eligibility to participate in DIRTT’s Employee Share Purchase Plan.
• For in-office roles: continental breakfast, coffee, tea, soda, daily hot cafeteria lunch, and snacks to keep you energized.
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, designed to keep you and your family healthy.
• Disability and insurance benefits to protect you and your loved ones, including short- and long-term disability, life insurance, dependent coverage, and voluntary options with certain benefits varying by location.
• Mental health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• A thorough and supportive onboarding program designed to set you up for success.

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Information

DIRTT Environmental Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

DIRTT is committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Roles at DIRTT are safety sensitive. As such, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing may be required. You must be 18 years or older to apply.

Employment with DIRTT is conditional upon the successful completion of a background check, where permitted by law. This process will be initiated only after a conditional offer of employment has been extended and accepted and will be conducted through a trusted third-party provider.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.