Construction Project Manager

Jennings Real Estate; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health and dental benefits

RRSP with employer matching DPSP

Health Spending Account

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Jennings Real Estate Corporation in Ottawa, ON seeks a Construction Project Manager to lead projects from planning to closeout, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and to client expectations. You will collaborate with Leasing, Property Management, and Accounting to integrate projects into ongoing operations.

The role requires 5+ years in project/construction management, a relevant engineering/construction degree, and strong MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management and/or construction management.
• Experience coordinating consultants, contractors, and multiple stakeholders in fast-paced environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary point of contact for project stakeholders including owners, tenants, consultants and contractors.
• Lead projects from planning through design, construction and closeout.
• Develop budgets, schedules, and execution strategies.
• Coordinate consultants (architects, engineers, designers, specialty consultants).
• Manage procurement and tendering for construction contracts.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Communication

Education

Engineering or construction degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Construction Project Manager (Full-Time in Person)

Jennings Real Estate Corporation is a fully integrated commercial real estate company headquartered and operating in Ottawa. Specializing in commercial real estate management and development, Jennings Real Estate Corporation manages a rapidly growing portfolio of commercial properties. Visit our website for more information: www.jre.ca

Job Overview

Reporting to the Director of Projects, the Project Manager will act as the primary representative for ownership and clients, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with company standards and client expectations. This role requires close collaboration with internal departments stakeholders including Leasing, Property Management, and Accounting Departments, to ensure seamless project execution and integration into ongoing building operations.

Core Duties & Responsibilities

Project Management & Delivery

• Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders including property owners, tenants, consultants, and contractors.
• Lead projects from early planning through design, construction, and project closeout.
• Develop project budgets, schedules, and overall project execution strategies.
• Coordinate consultants including architects, engineers, designers, and specialty consultants
• Manage procurement and tendering processes for construction contracts.
• Review drawings, specifications, and project documentation to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Monitor construction progress and ensure adherence to project schedule and budget.
• Facilitate regular project meetings and maintain clear communication among all parties.
• Track project risks, changes, and scope adjustments.
• Ensure proper documentation and project record keeping.
• Manage and delegate tasks to Project Team.

Construction & Consultant Coordination

• Oversee contractors and consultants during construction to ensure quality and compliance with project requirements.
• Review contractor progress draws and change orders for accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate site inspections and ensure deficiencies are addressed in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, permits, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate project commissioning, deficiencies, and project close-out documentation.

Internal Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with Leasing and Property Management to support tenant improvement projects.
• Work with Property Management to minimize disruption to building operations during construction.
• Ensure smooth transition of completed projects to Operations teams.
• Coordinate with Accounting on project budgets, invoicing, and financial reporting providing regular project updates to stakeholders.

Key Competencies and Values

• Strong organization and execution
• Advanced calendar management
• Professional written communication
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to prioritize in fast-paced environment
• Always improving
• Solution oriented
• Understand the value of reputation
• Do the right thing

Core Qualifications

• A degree or diploma in engineering or construction related field, combined with relevant experience.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with construction documentation, budgeting, and scheduling tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Experience Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in project management and/or construction management.
• Experience managing commercial tenant improvement projects and commercial building upgrades.
• Experience coordinating consultants, contractors, and multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced project environment.

What We Offer

At Jennings, we are committed to promoting our employees’ well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to help team members feel valued both at work and outside of work.

• Paid vacation to encourage rest, personal time, and work-life balance.
• Health and dental benefits, including employer-sponsored coverage for employees and their eligible dependants.
• Retirement savings program through an RRSP program and employer-matching DPSP contributions.
• Health Spending Account offering added flexibility for eligible health and wellness expenses.
• Career development opportunities, including opportunities to grow within our expanding company and financial assistance for career-related development.

Jennings is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know when you are contacted for a pre-screen. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential and used solely to arrange the appropriate accommodation.