Assistant Project Manager - Federal

Colliers Project Leaders | Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work across Canada

Professional development opportunities

Paid volunteer day to support causes

Job summary

Colliers Project Leaders Canada is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for the Ottawa region with our Federal Government team. You will support seasoned Project Managers and gain hands-on experience across diverse projects including commercial buildings, heritage work and high-security facilities.

Join a collaborative team focused on delivering critical infrastructure, supporting professional development, and adhering to strict security and scheduling standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of working experience in project coordination, project management or construction management field.
• A university degree or college diploma in engineering, architecture, construction management, project management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience assisting with construction activities, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule and budget.
• Must hold or be eligible for Secret level security clearance from the Federal Government
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong computer skills, including scheduling (MS Project), word processing (Word) and spreadsheet (Excel) software applications
• PMP designation or other industry recognized credentials are considered assets

Responsibilities

• Provide project support to Project Managers by managing schedule updates, maintaining project controls, developing progress reports and preparing tender and contract documents
• You will be a communication link between the Project Manager, client and other stakeholders
• Working with a variety of project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, MS Word, MS Excel
• Assisting with formulating and managing project plans
• Maintaining various systems for the management and control of the project in a manner compatible with client standards, and security protocol for project staff and records management system
• Reviewing and updating project costs and schedules

Skills

Project coordination

Project management

Construction management

Security clearance

Communication skills

MS Project

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

Engineering degree

Architecture degree

Construction management degree

Project management certification

Tools

Primavera

MS Project

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Overview

Do you want to contribute to projects shaping Canada?

Colliers Project Leaders

Colliers Project Leaders is a team committed to projects that make a difference in our communities and for the people who live there.

We deliver capital project solutions that strengthen the built environment, partnering with our clients to bring critical infrastructure and complex building projects to life.

We’ve led over 20,000+ projects that:

• Make cities more livable
• Enhance workplaces
• Create spaces people want to return to
• Improve patient care
• Deliver clean drinking water
• Build a sustainable future

And so much more.

This is where you come in. We’re looking for people to join our team who are passionate about creating more sustainable, resilient and inclusive communities.

If this kind of work resonates with you, you’re in the right place.

Your role

Join our team as an Assistant Project Manager in the Ottawa region with our Federal Government team.

In this role, you’ll support experienced project managers and get the opportunity to sharpen your skills on diverse range of projects varying in scope and complexity. You will hone your project management skills by contributing to various projects from commercial buildings and fit-ups, heritage restoration, high security facilities.

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, all while growing within your role!

Responsibilities

• Provide project support to Project Managers by managing schedule updates, maintaining project controls, developing progress reports and preparing tender and contract documents
• You will be a communication link between the Project Manager, client and other stakeholders
• Working with a variety of project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, MS Word, MS Excel, etc.
• Assisting with formulating and managing project plans
• Maintaining various systems for the management and control of the project in a manner compatible with client standards, and security protocol for project staff and records management system
• Reviewing and updating project costs and schedules

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of working experience in project coordination, project management or construction management field
• A university degree or college diploma in engineering, architecture, construction management, project management or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience assisting with construction activities, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule and budget
• Must hold or be eligible for Secret level security clearance from the Federal Government
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong computer skills, including a working knowledge of scheduling (MS Project), word processing (Word) and spreadsheet (Excel) software applications
• PMP designation or other industry recognized credentials are considered assets

What It’s Like To Work Here.

• Meaningful work across Canada
• Flexible, supportive work environment
• Collaboration with experienced project leaders on complex projects
• Comprehensive onboarding experience
• Ongoing professional development, mentorship, training opportunities and support for professional certifications
• Paid volunteer day to support causes you care about
• Inclusive workplace where you are encouraged to be yourself
• Competitive compensation, benefits and opportunities for career growth

Expected Compensation: $58,965 – $74,574 per year (CAD)

This range represents our good-faith estimate at the time of posting, based on market benchmarks and internal equity. Final compensation will be determined considering the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications and regional consideration. Annual bonus opportunities are in addition to base salary.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Disclaimer

Disclaimer Colliers Project Leaders is part of Colliers (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI), a leading diversified professional services and investment management company, with more than 18,000 professionals operating in 63 countries.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact the assigned Talent Acquisition Business Partner.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

We may use technology tools to assist in screening applications for keywords or qualifications. However, final selection decisions are made by our hiring team through human review and interviews.