Project Manager, Growth & Transformation

Colliers Project Leaders | Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Mentorship program

Paid volunteer day

Professional development & training

Job summary

Colliers Project Leaders in Ottawa, Canada, is seeking a Project Manager, Growth & Transformation to lead cross-functional initiatives that unlock strategic growth and operational excellence.

You will drive projects from initiation to completion, partner with stakeholders, and deliver governance materials, reports, and improvements to workflows. The role offers a flexible work environment, mentorship, and a base salary range of CAD 72k–104k with bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, communications, or project management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of five years of project management experience leading cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 apps including Project, Teams, Planner, Excel, and SharePoint.
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from initiation to completion, including planning, scheduling, resource coordination, and risk management.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, remove barriers, and achieve objectives.
• Monitor timelines, budgets, deliverables, and quality standards.
• Prepare project documentation, status reports, and governance materials.
• Develop and maintain SharePoint sites and project templates.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows and promote operational excellence.
• Analyze project performance, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement.
• Foster cross-functional communication and accountability.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Communications/Project Management or related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

MS 365 Suite (Project, Teams, Planner, Excel, SharePoint)

Job description

Overview

Colliers Project Leaders is a team committed to projects that make a difference in communities and for the people who live there.

We deliver capital project solutions that strengthen the built environment, partnering with our clients to bring critical infrastructure and complex building projects to life.

We’ve led over 20,000+ projects that:

• Make cities more livable
• Enhance workplaces
• Create spaces people want to return to
• Improve patient care
• Deliver clean drinking water
• Build a sustainable future

And so much more.

This is where you come in. We’re looking for people to join our team who are passionate about creating more sustainable, resilient and inclusive communities. If this kind of work resonates with you, you’re in the right place.

Your Role

The Project Manager, Growth & Transformation is responsible for leading cross-functional projects that support strategic business priorities, operational excellence, and organizational growth. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, this role drives projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment, clear communication, and successful execution. The successful candidate will identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance collaboration, and deliver solutions that create meaningful business impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects from initiation through completion, including planning, scheduling, resource coordination, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, remove barriers, and achieve project objectives.
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, deliverables, and quality standards to ensure successful outcomes.
• Prepare project documentation, status reports, executive summaries, and governance materials to support informed decision-making.
• Develop and maintain SharePoint sites, project documentation, templates, and collaboration tools.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, streamline processes, and promote operational excellence.
• Analyze project performance, resolve issues proactively, and recommend solutions to support continuous improvement.
• Foster strong communication and collaboration across corporate functions while promoting accountability and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Communications, Project Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of project management experience, preferably leading cross-functional initiatives in a corporate environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, including Project, Teams, Planner, Excel, and SharePoint.
• Experience with project reporting, process improvement, and organizational change initiatives.
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, CAPM, or equivalent) is considered an asset.
• Experience with Agile or hybrid project management methodologies is an asset.

Don’t have every single qualification? We know that some people are less likely to apply for a job unless they are a perfect match. At Colliers Project Leaders, we’re not looking for “perfect matches.” We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but don’t have every single qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. Whether it’s this role or another one, you may be just the right candidate.

What You Can Expect

• An opportunity to truly impact our communities
• A flexible work environment
• A comprehensive onboarding experience
• Significant professional development, training, and a mentorship program
• A paid volunteer day
• An environment where people feel welcome, heard and included, regardless of their differences
• And much more!

Join our team of difference-makers and help shape the growth of dynamic communities.

Approximate Base Salary Range for Role: $72,158 -$103,993 CAD.

Base Salary pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location and reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire base salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Annual bonus opportunities are in addition to base salary.