Project Manager, Eastern Canada

Choice Properties General Partnership Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 89,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Choice Properties General Partnership Inc. in Toronto, ON, is seeking a Project Manager to lead the delivery of new-build commercial retail developments across Ontario and Eastern Canada.

You will act as the owner’s representative, manage budgets, schedules, permits and procurement, coordinate with tenants and project teams, and drive initiatives to keep projects on time and within budget, in line with our quality standards.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in progressive construction PM with on-site delivery.
• Experience with ICI or commercial development is an asset.
• PM certifications (PMP, GSC, P.Eng.) are assets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project budgets and schedules which will inform leasing negotiations and approvals.
• Support leasing with technical review and negotiation of tenant lease terms.
• Manage the procurement process including RFPs, bid evaluations, contract negotiations and award to engage the most efficient vendors.
• Lead project teams throughout the project lifecycle including architects, engineers, general contractors, municipalities, service providers, suppliers, and 3rd party vendors.
• Communicate Capital Committee-approved project objectives, performance metrics, and reporting requirements to vendors and project teams.
• Review construction plans, specifications, and deliverables to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Obtain required permits and approvals from authorities and manage regulatory compliance requirements.
• Manage contingency utilization and cost forecasting using centralized software to ensure budgets stay within targets.
• Monitor consultant and contractor performance to ensure contractual obligations, quality and milestones.
• Manage risk by escalating delivery issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Support 3rd Party CM/GC in managing operations and site logistics.
• Chair startup meetings with tenants, vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee tenant coordination and site visits to resolve issues and meet deadlines.
• Manage contract changes and disputes within budget contingencies.
• Maintain a National Project Tracker for reporting to senior leadership.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Communication

Stakeholder mgmt

Risk management

Procore/PM tools

Driver's license

Education

Construction Management/Engineering degree

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

PMWeb

Microsoft Project

Job description

Location and Position

Location: 22 St. Clair Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario, M4T 2S5

Position Title: Project Manager

Office Location: 22 St. Clair Ave East, Toronto, ON, M4T 2S5

Hybrid Model: Office-First Flexible Model with minimum 3 days per week in office

Position Overview

Reporting to the Director of Construction – On and Eastern Canada, the Project Manager is accountable for the successful delivery of new-build commercial retail development projects throughout ON and Eastern Canada. Acting as the owner’s representative, the Project Manager will oversee all phases of the project lifecycle including due diligence, budgeting, design development, procurement, construction execution, project closeout, and turnover while managing stakeholders and ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget and in accordance with Choice Properties’ quality standards. This role will be based in our Toronto office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project budgets and schedules which will inform Leasing negotiations and Capital Committee approvals
• Support Leasing with technical review and negotiation of tenant lease terms
• Manage the procurement process including RFPs, bid evaluations, contract negotiations and award to engage the most efficient and cost-effective vendors
• Lead project teams throughout the project lifecycle including architects, engineers, general contractors, municipalities, service providers, suppliers, and 3rd party vendors by fostering collaboration and maintaining clear communication
• Communicate Capital Committee-approved project objectives, performance metrics, and reporting requirements to vendors and project teams
• Review construction plans, specifications, and deliverables to ensure alignment with project objectives
• Obtain required permits and approvals from authorities and manage regulatory compliance requirements
• Manage contingency utilization and cost forecasting using centralized software to ensure project budgets remain within approved financial targets
• Monitor consultant and contractor performance to ensure contractual obligations, quality standards, and project milestones are achieved.
• Manage risk by escalating anticipated delivery issues to senior leadership early and implementing corrective actions or mitigation strategies where appropriate
• Support 3rd Party CM/GC in managing construction operations and site logistics
• Chair startup meetings with tenants, vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Oversee tenant coordination Conduct regular site visits and monitor construction execution, identifying and resolving issues proactively to ensure production deadlines are achieved
• Manage contract changes and disputes within established budget contingencies
• Maintain a National Project Tracker for departmental reporting with regular project status updates to senior leadership
• Recommend process improvements and best practices to promote excellence
• Administer project contracts, purchase orders, invoices, change orders and associated project documentation using centralized software
• Promote a strong culture of trust, collaboration, safety, and accountability while ensuring compliance with internal policies and all applicable HS&E regulations

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of progressive construction project management experience including at least 5 years managing ICI ground-up construction projects
• Experience working for a commercial developer, owner, REIT, or construction manager is considered an asset
• University degree and/or college diploma in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Gold Seal Certification (GSC), Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) or equivalent designations considered an asset
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage timelines and budgets to ensure successful delivery of project objectives
• Proven track record of building strong working relationships with internal business partners such as Development, Leasing, Asset Management, Property Management, Finance & Legal teams
• Previous experience in developing detailed project plans using project management tools and methodologies
• Advanced understanding of risk management and procedures
• Strong planning and execution skills
• Superior analytic, problem solving, critical thinkings and negotiating skills
• Extensive knowledge of construction materials, methods and equipment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate ideas and actions to those at all levels of the organization
• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, challenging and constantly changing work environment, and manage multiple projects concurrently with competing priorities
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and project collaboration platforms. Experience with Bluebeam, Procore, PMWeb, or similar construction management systems is considered an asset
• Must hold valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle
• Ability to travel to various project locations throughout ON and Eastern Canada, is a requirement.

About Choice Properties

Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust is an owner, manager and developer of well-located retail and commercial real estate across Canada. Choice Properties' portfolio spans approximately 65 million square feet of gross leasable area and consists of over 700 properties primarily focused on supermarket-anchored shopping centers. Choice Properties’ strategy is to create value by enhancing and optimizing its portfolio through high quality transactions, strategic development and active property management. We mainly focus on necessity-based retail, and high-quality industrial and mixed-use assets. In particular, we have a strategic relationship with Loblaw, our largest tenant, that provides us with access to high quality investment opportunities. Our established operating platform with a proven track record of success also provides us with access to a transformational development pipeline that we believe supports superior long-term value creation and growth. A commitment to continuous learning and development is a strong part of our culture.

Additional Information

Choice Properties REIT recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities. In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

Number of Openings: 1

Hiring Range / Échelle salariale à l’embauche : $89,460.00 - $123,007.50 / 89.460,00$ - 123.007,50$ (per year / par an) A candidate’s experience and knowledge as well as the geographical region in which the position is located may be factored into the pay a candidate receives for this position. This posting is for a newly created position. The Company uses artificial intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing and/or selecting applicants for this position. / L’expérience et les connaissances d’un candidat ainsi que la région géographique dans laquelle le poste est situé peuvent être prises en compte dans la rémunération qu’un candidat reçoit pour ce poste. Cette offre d’emploi concerne un poste nouvellement créé. L’entreprise utilise l’intelligence artificielle dans le but de filtrer, d’évaluer et/ou de sélectionner les candidats à ce poste.