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Construction Manager Resume Sample and Example

Sample Construction Manager resume with project scheduling, subcontractor management, and budget control for ICI and residential construction.


Resume Objective

Accomplished construction manager with 12 years overseeing institutional, commercial, and industrial projects from groundbreaking through substantial completion. Seeking a senior leadership role with a general contractor where I can deliver complex projects on time and within budget.

Key Skills to Highlight

  • Project scheduling (MS Project, Primavera P6)
  • Budget management and cost forecasting
  • Subcontractor procurement and management
  • Contract administration (CCDC 2, CCDC 5)
  • Risk identification and mitigation
  • Health and safety programme oversight
  • Deficiency management and turnover
  • Stakeholder and client communication

Sample Work Experience Bullets

  • Managed concurrent ICI and multi-residential construction projects valued between $5M and $40M from tender to occupancy.
  • Developed and maintained master project schedules, identifying critical path activities and coordinating all trade contractors.
  • Controlled project budgets through monthly cost reviews, change order negotiations, and proactive scope management.
  • Administered CCDC contracts, processed progress draws, and resolved disputes with subcontractors and consultants.
  • Led weekly site coordination meetings and prepared written progress reports for owners and project stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from an accredited Canadian university.

Relevant Certifications

  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Gold Seal Certified Project Manager (GSC)
  • Construction Safety Training System (CSTS-09)

How to Use This Sample

Use this sample as a structural guide — not a template to copy word-for-word. Adapt the objective, skills and experience bullets to reflect your own background. Tailor each application to the specific job posting, and keep your resume to one page for entry-level roles or one to two pages for senior positions.

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