Project Manager - Corporate Real Estate

Intelcom; Delta; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Intelcom | Dragonfly is seeking a strategic leader to manage the real estate portfolio, secure new lease locations, and guide end-to-end construction projects. You will work with Procurement, Operations, Legal, and external partners to ensure compliance with all building codes and safety standards while aligning with corporate sustainability goals.

The role requires strong stakeholder management, coordination of design and construction teams, and oversight of project budgets, schedules, and KPIs

Responsibilities

• Manage corporate real estate portfolio responsibilities and lease lifecycle input.
• Oversee end-to-end construction projects, coordinating with architects, engineers and contractors.
• Ensure designs meet NBCC, building codes, accessibility, CSA, energy, environmental and AHJ requirements.
• Lead procurement liaison, plan scopes/budgets/schedules, and manage vendor relationships.
• Coordinate commissioning, occupancy readiness, and close-out documentation; address deficiencies.
• Drive sustainability and EV infrastructure initiatives across Intelcom/Dragonfly locations.

Job description

Intelcom | Dragonfly

A Strategic Role at the Heart of Logistics

With more than 100 sorting stations and operations across three continents, Intelcom | Dragonfly is Canada's leader in last-mile logistics. Our vision is clear: to deliver fast, accurate, and reliable service powered by cutting-edge technology.

Salary Range

Salary Range $96,251.00 - $120,313.50 .

Responsibilities

• Manage Customer Relationships
• Share Corporate Real Estate vision statement throughout the organization
• Help stakeholders understand the impact of this function in Real Estate decisions

Real Estate & Lease Support

• Support the Corporate Real Estate Portfolio Strategy function in securing new lease locations by providing construction, fit-up, and technical due diligence input.
• Support the review of lease agreements, work letters, and construction-related contract clauses; identify and address unfavorable terms in collaboration with Legal and Corporate Real Estate.
• Conduct (or supervise) property walkthroughs at key stages of the lease lifecycle (pre-lease, mid-term, and end-of-term) to assess condition, compliance, and capital requirements.
• Support the development of a Corporate Real Estate Policy (including processes / guidelines to interact with the Corporate Real Estate Construction function).

Project Planning & Design

• Lease and manage end-to-end construction projects. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define fit-out requirements for new builds and existing facilities, ensuring alignment with Procurement, Operations, Security, IT, Automation, Health and Safety needs.
• Oversee the preparation and review of detailed designs, drawings, and specifications prepared by architects, engineers, and consultants.
• Ensure designs comply with: National Building Code of Canada (NBCC), Provincial building codes and fire codes, Accessibility standards (e.g., AODA where applicable), CSA standards, energy codes, and environmental requirements, Local municipal bylaws and AHJ requirements.
• Integrate sustainability initiatives, including energy efficiency measures and EV infrastructure, into project designs where feasible.

Construction & Site Execution

• Source, prequalify, and manage qualified general contractors and trades for renovations, expansions, and fit-outs.
• Manage project documentation, including contracts, change orders and prepare and issue Request for Proposal (RFP) and Scope of Work (SOW) packages in collaboration with Procurement and guide the procurement of real estate materials and services.
• Create performance management plans for vendors and provide access to strategic internal resources
• Segment vendors based on performance, tailor the vendor relationship based on type or tier and continuously assess the mix of services provided by vendors.
• Develop and manage detailed project scopes, budgets, schedules, resource plans in partnership with internal and external stakeholders while sequencing work to meet operational launch timelines.
• Create a sense of shared responsibility between vendors and Corporate Real Estate and provide recommendations to continuously improve our vendor collaborations.
• Maintain a consistent on-site presence to supervise construction activities, installations, and contractor performance.
• Ensure adherence to provincial occupational health and safety regulations (e.g., OHSA, CNESST) and Intelcom / Dragonfly safety policies.
• Ensure project compliance with all permitting, inspection, and sign-off requirements from AHJs.

Financial & Performance Management

• Take ownership of project financial performance, including budget development, tenant improvement allowances, forecasting, and cost control.
• Create standardized project management templates for construction schedules, budget, estimation and include contingency plans while ensuring a smooth transition of completed projects to operations and facilities teams.
• Review and approve progress draws, change orders, and invoices.
• Identify and mitigate cost, schedule, and scope risks proactively.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular reporting on schedule, budget, safety, and quality.

Commissioning, Close-Out & Deficiencies

• Coordinate commissioning, inspections, and readiness for occupancy.
• Resolve deficiencies promptly and effectively in coordination with contractors and consultants.
• Finalize all close-out documentation, including as-built drawings, warranties, O&M manuals, and compliance certificates, to support accurate billing and asset records.
• Support post-occupancy reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

Sustainability & EV Strategy

• Lead the planning and execution of an Electric Vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure strategy across Intelcom / Dragonfly locations.
• Coordinate design, utility coordination, permitting, and installation of EV charging systems.
• Ensure alignment with corporate sustainability goals and Net-Zero targets while supporting operational scalability.
• Support the Sustainability team EV software selection and provide guidelines to our Facilit