Design & Construction Project Manager

Stantec; Markham; On-site; CAD 151,786 - 227,748; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Group registered retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Project Manager in Markham, Canada, to join our Program Management team. This role includes managing the scope, budget, and schedule of projects, ensuring superior client service and oversight. The ideal candidate will have a technical degree and at least 8 years of experience, with a proven ability to lead projects and teams effectively. Stantec offers a competitive salary of $111,700 - $167,600 annually and comprehensive benefits, fostering a supportive work environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of related experience in project management.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Project Management certification such as PMP is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scope, budget and schedule from initiation to completion.
• Provide communication with client and project team daily.
• Prepare reports for clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Solid written communication

Exceptional interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

8 years of related experience

Tools

Project Management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Budget management software

Job description

When you care deeply about the work you do, it’s rewarding to see it through from concept to completion. We partner with clients to provide both program management and construction management to strategize, plan, and implement projects that drive organizations forward. From hospitals and airports to university campuses, mass transit systems, water treatment facilities, mines, and wind farms, we've successfully managed thousands of projects. Joining our team, turning visionary ideas into reality, will shape your future—and the future of your community. We are strategizing, planning, and implementing projects that help clients achieve their organization’s objectives. Join our award‑winning program management team and bring transformational project solutions to life.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a Project Manager (PM) to join our Program Management team. The Project Manager ensures the success of assigned projects through prudent management and oversight of all resources. The PM applies superior client service skills and project management best practices to deliver projects that meet financial and other objectives while exceeding client expectations. The successful candidate welcomes opportunities and challenges and brings superior consulting skills to each client interaction.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Manage the approved scope, budget and schedule of projects from client initiation, through design and to completion of construction.
• Provide day‑to‑day project oversight and communication with the client and project team.
• Develop, track, update, forecast and modify the project schedule and budget throughout all phases of the project.
• Review and track all contracts, invoices, and payments to all contractors, consultants, and vendors.
• Prepare reports for clients and other stakeholders.
• Able to understand contracts and can assist with the negotiation of contracts.
• Knows design and CA construction phases of project and can manage the team and related parties in these phases.
• Review and approve all invoices and change orders associated with the project.
• Evaluate, advise on, and assist in resolving disputes and claims.
• Act as an ambassador of the company in all interactions with clients, consultants, and peers.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Detail‑oriented, dependable, and able to perform well under the pressure of deadlines.
• Adapts to a dynamic project environment and able to manage multiple tasks over an extended period.
• Solid written communication skills.
• Speaks clearly and persuasively with exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Identifies open items and determines their impact on the critical path along with a proven ability to resolve same in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with internal clients, external clients, subcontractors, and subconsultants.
• Strong computer literacy in scheduling, word processing, presentation and spreadsheet software.
• Experience with budget management in a package or custom software.
• Understanding of plans and specifications.
• Solid understanding of design and construction process and requirements.
• Comfortable on site and engaging with contractors as needed.
• Strong leadership skills & the ability to move a team forward.
• Exceptional organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in large scale industrial or similar construction projects.
• Familiarity with Ontario and/or Canadian Design and Construction standard documents, contracts, and specifications.
• Ability to travel and visit project site locations as required.

Education and Experience

• A technical degree/diploma/certificate or equivalent in a related field; Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a similar field preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of related experience.
• A Project Management certification such as PMP or an equivalent designation would be an asset.

Pay Range

Locations in Lower Mainland - BC, GTA & Ottawa Ontario: $111,700.00 – $167,600.00 Annually

Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part‑time roles will be pro‑rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off. Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.