Assistant Project Manager - Sudbury, North Bay, Sault Ste Marie

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Assistant Project Manager to join their team in Northern Ontario. This role offers the chance to support experienced project managers on a diverse range of projects, including commercial buildings, schools, and community initiatives. You will develop your skills while contributing to meaningful work that impacts local communities. With a focus on collaboration and personal growth, this position provides a flexible work environment and opportunities for professional development. If you are eager to learn and make a difference, 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 delivery in construction, engineering or architecture.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Act as a communication link between Project Manager, client, and stakeholders.
• Provide support by managing schedules and preparing project documents.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Self-Motivation

Initiative

Education

University degree or diploma in engineering

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 18,000 projects and counting – improving lives and helping shape the growth of sustainable, progressive and inclusive communities.

Your role

We are looking for an Assistant Project Manager local to Sudbury, Sault Ste Marie or North Bay to join our team and support projects in Northern Ontario!

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 Northern Ontario. You will grow 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, all while growing within your role!

Responsibilities

• You will be a communication link between the Project Manager, client and other stakeholders
• Provide 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, as required

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 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
• An overall general understanding of current construction practices
• CAPM, LEED or other relevant industry accreditation is considered a strong asset, but not required
• Proficient 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.