Project Lead, Construction (Hybrid- Toronto, ON)

Lifelabs; Toronto; Vor Ort; CAD 81.000 - 104.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

LifeLabs in Canada seeks a Project Lead, Construction to drive planning, coordination, and delivery of PSC, Laboratory, and Logistics projects across Ontario with potential national reach. You will manage scope, budgets, schedules, and regulatory compliance while aligning with operational goals.

The role requires senior construction management experience, PMP are asset, and strong stakeholder collaboration. Travel 40–60% as needed, with on-site leadership across sites.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years in Construction Management or related field for healthcare projects.
• Formal university degree with professional association membership preferred.
• PMP certification is an asset and beneficial for role execution.
• Strong financial controls, budgeting, and cost analysis experience.

Aufgaben

• Lead planning, coordination, and delivery of PSC, Laboratory, and Logistics projects.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, milestones and deliverables.
• Coordinate all phases from initiation to close-out with capital funding alignment.
• Lead status meetings and provide progress updates to stakeholders.
• Prepare completion reports and ensure turnover to operations.
• Coordinate permits, approvals, and regulatory documentation.
• Manage vendor/contract performance and procurement support.
• Maintain relationships with internal/external partners and stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Cost control

Travel willingness

Ausbildung

University degree in Architecture/Engineering/PM

College diploma in related field

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Project

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title: Project Lead, Construction

Reports to: Manager, Construction

Purpose of the Role

The Construction Project Lead is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and delivery of construction projects across LifeLabs' Patient Service Centre (PSC), Laboratory, and Logistics network, including new builds, renovations, relocations, expansions, and refresh initiatives across Ontario and potentially a national presence in other provinces as required.The role ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements while supporting operational and strategic business objectives.

Vacancy status: This posting is for an existing position.

What You’ll Do:

Construction Project Delivery & Execution

• Accountable for the partnership, design, and construction of assigned new builds, renovations, relocations, expansions, and /or refresh projects across the PSC, Logistics, and Laboratory network.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, milestones, and deliverables to ensure successful project completion.
• Coordinate all phases of project delivery from initiation through close-out, ensuring alignment with allotted capital funding, operational requirements and organizational objectives.
• Lead project status meetings and provide regular progress updates to internal stakeholders and business partners.
• Present project recommendations and/or support the review to obtain the required approvals for construction projects and programs.
• Prepare project completion reports and ensure successful project turnover to operational teams.

Financial Management & Cost Control

• Manage and maintain construction project budgets and expenditures throughout the project lifecycle.
• Challenge project budget estimates and analyze actual costs to ensure effective financial control and budget compliance.
• Recommend revisions to construction and design standards that improve cost effectiveness without compromising quality.
• Conduct project cost benchmarking and value analysis to ensure best value for the organization.
• Support the development of annual capital plans, project forecasts, and PSC refresh programs.
• Prepare and communicate project financial updates, budget reports, and cost-savings analysis to leadership.

Standards, Governance & Compliance

• Implement established construction, design, signage, and project management standards across all assigned projects.
• Ensure project partners, consultants, contractors, and suppliers adhere to approved standards, guidelines, and specifications.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of national project management policies, processes, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable environmental, health and safety, building code, DAP and IQMH regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and obtain permits, approvals, licenses, and regulatory documentation required to support project execution.
• Contribute to the ongoing review and enhancement of corporate design and construction standards.

Vendor, Contract & Procurement Management

• Assist Procurement and Supply Chain in the preparation and coordination of tender documents, detailed scopes of work, drawings, and project schedules.
• Support the review, evaluation, and recommendation of construction bids and vendor proposals.
• Administer construction-related purchase orders, and support implementation of service agreements, and consulting engagements.
• Monitor vendor, consultant, and contractor performance to ensure delivery of contractual obligations, quality standards, and project milestones.
• Resolve and/or provide alternative solutions to issues in relation to project scope, schedule, costs, and contract compliance in collaboration with project partners.
• Foster productive working relationships with consultants, architects, engineers, contractors, suppliers, and landlords.

Stakeholder Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with Operations, IT, Facilities Management, Finance, Procurement, and other internal and/or external key business partners.
• Act as the primary project contact for assigned initiatives and provide ongoing communication regarding project scope, budget, timing, risks, and deliverables.
• Lead stakeholder meetings, project reviews, and site visits to support project planning and execution.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and respond proactively to project concerns, issues, and changes.
• Maintain a collaborate environment with internal and external partners to facilitate project transitions, installations, relocations, and operational readiness activities.

Strategic Planning & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in construction, facilities, and project management.
• Identify opportunities to improve project delivery processes, standards, and cost efficiencies.
• Support strategic refresh, renovation, and network development programs.
• Provide recommendations to leadership regarding design standards, operational improvements, and lifecycle planning initiatives.
• Contribute to special projects and other initiatives as assigned by management.

What you bring to the role:

• 5 years’ plus professional experience in Construction Management, Design, Project Management, Architecture, Engineering or Facilities and Real Estate Development
• University Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, and/or Project Management, Architecture or Engineering with membership in Provincial or National Professional Association.
• Minimum: College Diploma and 4 to 5 years professional experience in Construction Management, Design, Project Management, Architecture, Engineering or Facilities and Real Estate Development as such relates to Health care projects.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification an asset.
• Corporate real estate, construction and facilities experience, preferably in a large and matrix organization.
• Previous experience in developing corporate design standards an asset.
• Strong background and knowledge of financial controls, project development planning and costing, scope and detailed budgeting, as well as interior, architectural and structural design.
• Highly creative and innovative.
• Ability to manage relationships with internal and external business partners and stakeholders.
• Proven track record of successfully managing simultaneous projects of varying scope and complexity.
• Able to meet challenging deadlines.
• Results driven, organized and flexible.
• Travel to domestic markets and on-site evaluations – (40% to 60% or as necessary)
• Strong computer skills – Knowledge of Auto-Cad, MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint and MS Project.

Why Join Us?

Join us to play a key role in shaping healthcare spaces that support patient care across Canada. This is an opportunity to lead impactful construction projects from concept to completion, work with diverse stakeholders across the organization, and drive modernization initiatives that directly support LifeLabs' growth and operational excellence. You'll enjoy meaningful work, project variety, and the autonomy to make a lasting impact.

What We Offer:

Salary range: $81,431 - $103,825 CAD annually (commensurate with experience).