On-Site Assistant Project Manager – High-Rise Development

Colonial Group; Pickering; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CentreCourt Construction in Pickering, ON is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join the project team at Pickering City Centre, a large mixed-use development. You will support planning, scheduling, cost control, and quality management on-site from pre‑construction through occupancy.

The role requires a university or college degree in a related field and 2–3 years of high‑rise residential experience in Ontario. Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, and Excel is expected.

Qualifications

• University or college degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in high‑rise residential development; experience completing at least two high‑rise residential projects in Ontario is considered an asset.
• Working knowledge of construction methodologies, scheduling, and basic cost control.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and Excel.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time‑management skills.
• Demonstrated ability or aptitude in analyzing site plans, building drawings, suite layouts, and other technical documentation.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a deadline‑driven environment.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and a collaborative, team‑oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in planning, organizing, directing, and controlling construction activities from start to finish in accordance with approved schedules and budgets.
• Provide guidance to project staff and assist with day‑to‑day site and project operations.
• Assist in developing detailed project schedules with milestones; monitor trade progress and update schedules against baseline.
• Ensure project schedules are accurate, maintained, and submitted on time.
• Prepare tender packages and write detailed scopes of work.
• Analyze bids, prepare bid recaps, and support the Project Manager in contract awards.
• Assist with the development of construction management plans, including organizing utility disconnects and securing site offices.
• Support procurement of long‑lead items to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Deadline driven

Detail oriented

Education

University or college degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

CentreCourt Construction in Pickering, ON is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join the project team at Pickering City Centre, a large mixed-use development. You will support planning, scheduling, cost control, and quality management on-site from pre‑construction through occupancy.

The role requires a university or college degree in a related field and 2–3 years of high‑rise residential experience in Ontario. Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, and Excel is expected.