Project Manager Level 1

University of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits and pension

Vacation time

Employee assistance program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The University of Manitoba is seeking a Project Manager (Level 1) to lead capital projects from concept through construction, coordinating with clients and external consultants to deliver functional and aesthetic solutions.

The role requires strong communication, at least five years of design and project management experience, proficiency with AutoCAD, and the ability to prepare cost estimates, design drawings and tender documents in support of university facilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of design and project management experience delivering capital projects.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiar with AutoCAD; skilled in researching, analysis and development of plans, and preparing technical reports and presentations.
• Gathers and analyzes data for project initiatives including space requirements and cost parameters.
• Prepares RFPs/RFQs and contracts for external architectural and engineering consultants.
• Coordinates with clients throughout the project and presents written and oral reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage project implementation through all phases and monitor construction.
• Engage external design consultants and provide technical reviews.
• Prepare feasibility studies, cost estimates, design and tender documents.
• Ensure alignment with UM standards, building code compliance and sustainable design concepts.
• Present reports at forums with the University Architect and maintain organized project information.
• Maintain schedules and budgets and ensure deliverables are met.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.

Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.

The opportunity:

The Project Manager (Level 1) will be responsible for project implementation, design solutions that address functional and aesthetic issues, management of projects through all phases, drafting as required, and monitoring of projects through the construction phase. The Project Manager will also engage outside design consultants, monitor their progress in project completion and provide technical reviews of their work. The position exists to provide the technical skills (research, planning, design, cost estimates, drawing and specification writing) needed in assisting in the operations and efficient functioning of all University needs. These skills are directed toward the preparation of feasibility studies, cost estimates, design and tender documents for the renovation or alteration of existing buildings.

The qualifications and experience we’re looking for:

• A minimum of 5 years of design and project management experience delivering capital projects is required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Must have strong communication skills along with a proven ability to manage a significant number of projects at the same time.
• It's required that they be familiar with AutoCAD and be skilled in the research, analysis and development of plans, and the preparation of technical reports and presentations.
• Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.
• Gathers and analyzes data in the development of project initiatives, including space requirements, required functional relationships, typical cost parameters, etc. Carries out building planning/design and program analysis.
• Responsible for preparing RFPs/RFQs and contracts for the engagement of external architectural and engineering consultants for the design work not internally produced.
• Acts as department liaison with these consultants and monitors their performance.
• Communicates with Clients throughout the duration of the project, attaining approvals at milestone increments.
• Prepares and presents written and oral reports at public forums in conjunction with the University Architect.
• Maintains project information in an organized format to the standard of the University.
• Manages the entire scope of the project; collaborates with the users to determine precise requirements, develops and maintains project schedules, provides project cost estimates, and engages external consultants.
• Monitors project schedules and budgets, ensures that all related deliverables and outcomes are received.
• Provides project management on functional space programming needs and feasibility studies to inform capital projects on campus.
• Reviews design concepts and provides technical recommendations regarding the development and implementation of projects. Prime considerations are alignment with UM standards and strategic priorities, Building Code compliance, functional efficiency, barrier-free access, durability of materials, life cycle cost issues, sustainable design concepts and construct-ability of design details.
• Follows the University's standard architectural drawing conventions and specifications, as well as the related architectural guidelines, to the leading industry standard.
• Reviews and makes recommendations on the tendering of projects and recommending approval of tendered bids.
• Prepares technical reports and materials for presentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Why the University of Manitoba?

Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:

• Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
• Competitive vacation time.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.

Closing Date: August 25, 2026

The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] or 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.

Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.