Project Manager / Charge de projet

Team Construction; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Montreal seeks a Project Manager to oversee luxury residential renovation projects. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of project management experience, be fluent in French, and possess exceptional organizational skills. This role requires managing budgets, timelines, and team coordination to ensure projects are delivered to the highest standards. Regular site visits are essential for client engagement and quality assurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in residential construction project management.
• Fluent in French; English proficiency is an asset.
• Deep knowledge of residential construction processes and local building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage high-end custom renovation projects.
• Develop project budgets, timelines, and scopes.
• Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to meet project milestones.

Skills

Project management

Bilingual (French and English)

Client relationship management

Organizational skills

Tools

MS Project

Buildertrend

CoConstruct

Job description

Overview

The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing luxury residential renovation projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. While primarily office-based, this role requires regular site visits to monitor progress and engage directly with clients, subcontractors, and trades. The position is ideal for a bilingual candidate with strong proficiency in French, highly organized, and capable of excelling in client-facing interactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage high-end custom renovation projects from pre-construction to final handover.
• Develop project budgets, timelines, and scopes, and ensure strict adherence throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and in-house teams to meet project milestones and quality standards.
• Communicate effectively with clients, providing regular updates and managing expectations with professionalism and transparency.
• Conduct frequent site visits to oversee work quality, ensure compliance with plans, and address issues proactively.
• Collaborate with architects, designers, and consultants to ensure design intent is realized and construction details are executed accurately.
• Track project costs and manage changes to maintain budget control.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including contracts, change orders, schedules, and reports.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in residential construction project management, ideally with high-end or custom renovations.
• Fluent in French (spoken and written); English proficiency is an asset.
• Deep knowledge of residential construction processes and local building regulations in Quebec.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities—able to manage client relationships and lead project teams effectively.
• Proficient with construction management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Buildertrend, CoConstruct, etc.).
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for regular travel to job sites.