Project Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm is seeking a project manager to direct teams on large, multidiscipline projects. This role requires significant project management experience, excellent organizational skills, and a collaborative approach. Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree and possess at least 7 years of related experience. The position is based at the Richmond Hospital site in Metro Vancouver, BC and is expected to work full-time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• 7 years related experience.
• A minimum of 2 years project management experience.
• Excellent organizational, project management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project's lifecycle.
• Responsible for all aspects of large multidiscipline projects or medium-sized projects with high degree of technical complexity.
• Establish and maintain client relations, ensure completion of deliverables on schedule.

Job description

Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project\'s lifecycle (from development & initiation to close-out)
• Responsible for all aspects of large multidiscipline projects or medium-sized projects with high degree of technical complexity, involving a large project staff
• Produce and coordinate several projects concurrently
• Establish and maintain client relations, and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings
• Conduct work sessions for deliverable development in conjunction with other staff and stakeholders
• Coordinate staffing and workload through entire project life cycle, and ensure completion of deliverables on schedule
• Track financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work effort with team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed-to budget and schedule
• Work with the Accounting, Operational and Business leadership for periodic project reviews
• Implement QA/QC procedures
• Supervise large project staffs and act as mentor for less-experienced Project Managers
• Update the workplan in collaboration with the project lead
• Work with the owner and builder team as integrated member of the project integration and management team
• Work from the Richmond Hospital site for two to three days a week
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• A license/certification
• PMP certification
• Familiar with Smart sheets
• Familiar with document management systems such as Procore, NewForma, and SharePoint

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in related field
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum of 2 years project management experience
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other\'s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Health, Safety, and Accessibility

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the utmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

Location & Schedule

Primary Location: Richmond Hospital site

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status: Regular

Job Posting

Job Posting: Oct 1, 2025

Equal Opportunity HDR is committed to employment equity and is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let\'s work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world\'s greatest challenges and are always looking for great talent to join our global teams.