Project Manager - Risk Controls

Colliers; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Colliers is seeking a Project Manager to oversee risk control functions for capital projects, primarily for Federal Government clients. The role requires strong consulting skills, project management experience, and the ability to build lasting relationships with stakeholders. Join a dynamic team and contribute to impactful community projects.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Professional development and mentorship

Inclusive environment

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of experience in project management or advisory roles.
• Experience overseeing the entire risk management process.
• Professional credentials like PMP or similar are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Lead risk monitoring and control activities.
• Manage project delivery teams to meet quality requirements.

Skills

Consulting skills

Stakeholder management

Report writing

Organizational skills

Project controls

Analytical skills

Relationship-building

Education

University or college degree/diploma in engineering, architecture, or construction management

Tools

Primavera P6

Crystal Ball

Procore

Unifier

Job description

At Colliers Project Leaders, we deliver capital project solutions to fulfill our clients’ needs across the built environment. The work we do makes a difference in communities and for the people who live there. We have a passion for it.

Our commitment to realizing our clients' vision inspires us to look beyond the immediate – to the possibilities of what we can achieve together. We are 18,000 projects and counting – improving lives and helping shape the growth of sustainable, progressive, and inclusive communities.

Your role

Join our team as a Project Manager to oversee the risk control function on capital projects for our Federal Government clients.

You've become known as a trusted advisor to your clients and have built strong, lasting relationships with senior leaders and decision makers.

As Project Manager, bring previous experience in leading projects varying in scope and complexity in the delivery of capital projects. You will be part of a dynamic, client-oriented professional environment providing consulting services to owners.

You will be responsible for conducting risk assessments, evaluating potential risks and opportunities, and recommending solutions, methodologies, and strategies for risk mitigation.

You will also lead risk monitoring and control activities and work with project owners to manage risk budgets.

Responsibilities

Leadership :

• Demonstrate company values and cultural behaviors
• Lead development of Assistant Project Managers on your projects
• Delegate and empower Assistant Project Managers
• Build a personal brand

Growth :

• Grow sales within existing accounts
• Find opportunities for cross-line selling in accounts you manage
• Increase your Fee Income Managed on your projects

Management :

• Manage project delivery teams to meet quality requirements
• Implement the work breakdown structure
• Escalate project delivery and financial issues to the Project Lead

Quality :

• Ensure all work on your projects is delivered in accordance with our Quality Management System
• Maintain Client Satisfaction

Qualifications

• University or college degree/diploma in engineering, architecture, construction management, or equivalent experience
• 5 to 8 years of experience in a similar project management or advisory role, consulting to public sector clients
• Experience overseeing the entire risk management process for a portfolio of projects
• Professional credentials such as PMP, PMI-RM, CET, Registered Architect, or similar are a strong asset
• Strong consulting skills including presentation, stakeholder management, report writing, and organizational skills
• Strong project controls and analytical skills
• Excellent relationship-building skills
• Proficiency with Project Management Information Systems / Project Controls Software (e.g., Primavera P6, Crystal Ball, Procore, Unifier)
• Must hold or be eligible for a valid Government Security clearance at the Reliability or Secret level.

We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply, as we value diversity and inclusion in our workplace.

What you can expect :

• Impact our communities positively
• Flexible work environment
• Professional development, training, and mentorship
• An inclusive environment where everyone is heard and valued
• And much more!

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

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Disclaimer

Colliers Project Leaders is part of Colliers (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI), a leading professional services and investment management company with over 17,000 professionals in 63 countries.

We have suspended our COVID-19 vaccination requirement; client policies may supersede this requirement.

We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity. We will accommodate disability-related needs throughout the recruitment process. Please inform us if you require an accommodation.

Applicants will undergo background and reference checks prior to hire.