Assistant Project Manager

Colliers International; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join their Toronto team. In this role, you will support experienced project managers on a variety of projects, enhancing your skills in project management. You will play a vital role in ensuring effective communication between stakeholders and will be responsible for project support tasks such as managing schedules and preparing documents. This innovative firm offers a flexible work environment and significant professional development opportunities, allowing you to make a real impact in the communities you serve. If you are passionate about project management and eager to contribute to meaningful projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Comprehensive onboarding experience

Professional development and training

Mentorship program

Paid volunteer day

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in project management consulting.
• CAPM, LEED, or other relevant industry accreditation is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Critical communication link between Project Manager, client, and stakeholders.
• Manage schedule updates and maintain project controls.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Initiative

Eagerness to learn

Education

University degree in engineering

Diploma in architecture

Construction management

Project management

Tools

MS Project

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Overview

At Colliers Project Leaders, we deliver capital project solutions to fulfill our clients’ needs across the built environment. The work we do makes a difference in communities and for the people who live there. We have a passion for it.

Our commitment to realizing our clients' vision inspires us to look beyond the immediate – to the possibilities of what we can achieve together. We are 15,000 projects and counting – improving lives and helping shape the growth of sustainable, progressive and inclusive communities.

Your role

Join our team as an Assistant Project Manager with the Toronto business unit.

In this role, you’ll support experienced project managers and get the opportunity to sharpen your skills on a diverse range of projects varying in scope and complexity across Toronto. You will hone your project management skills by contributing to various projects from commercial buildings and fit-ups, social organizations, schools, water and wastewater and Indigenous communities.

Take a positive approach to your work and enjoy learning and contributing new ideas and solutions. Build strong relationships with your teammates and project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• You will be a critical communication link between the Project Manager, client, and other stakeholders.
• You provide superior project support to Project Managers by managing schedule updates, maintaining project controls, developing progress reports, and preparing tender and contract documents.
• Ensure project activities are conducted in accordance with Colliers Project Leaders’ Quality Management System.
• Attend project meetings, documenting action items and key decisions to share with the team.
• Provide relief support to other Assistant Project Managers or Project Managers, when available to do so.

Qualifications

• A university degree or diploma in engineering, architecture, construction management, project management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-3 years’ experience in project management consulting supporting the delivery of projects in areas such as construction, engineering, or architecture. Previous experience can include summer work terms, co-operative education programs, or internships.
• Previous exposure to consultant and design management, construction contract administration, or project financials is a strong asset.
• An overall general understanding of current construction practices.
• CAPM, LEED, or other relevant industry accreditation is considered a strong asset.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivation, initiative, and an eagerness to learn and contribute.
• Highly proficient in MS Project, MS Word, and MS Excel.

What you can expect:

• An opportunity to truly impact our communities.
• A flexible work environment.
• A comprehensive onboarding experience.
• Significant professional development, training, and a mentorship program.
• A paid volunteer day.
• An environment where people feel welcome, heard, and included, regardless of their differences.
• And much more!

Join our team of difference-makers and help shape the growth of dynamic communities.