Project Manager, Special Projects

Scott Construction Group; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Scott Construction in Burnaby seeks an experienced Project Manager for Special Projects to lead commercial and institutional small new builds, tenant improvements, and renovations. You will oversee project scopes, schedules, budgets, and coordination with clients and internal teams.

The role emphasizes schedule adherence, contract management, and mentoring project personnel, with a focus on delivering quality outcomes for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of PM experience on commercial/institutional/concrete projects.
• Diploma in a relevant construction/engineering program required.
• Strong contract knowledge and negotiation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage project lifecycle from start to finish with focus on schedule, cost, and scope.
• Collaborate with site team to develop and monitor project plans and schedules.
• Develop recovery strategies when timelines or budgets are at risk.
• Oversee prime/subcontract responsibilities and negotiate subcontracts and purchase orders.
• Ensure timely and accurate project accounting and progress applications.
• Lead project close-out, archive documents, and warranty/deficiency management.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

MS Office

Procore

Education

University or college diploma in construction/engineering

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Job description

About Scott

We are a well-known and trusted General Contractor & Construction Manager with offices in Burnaby and Toronto, Scott has been providing construction management services and building relationships since 1984. Our diverse portfolio of projects finds us building amazing complex structures to smaller renovation projects for clients in the commercial, residential, institutional, industrial, and special projects sectors.

What we Offer

At the heart of our culture is a People First mindset, brought to life by a Connection Crew that keeps fun, connection, and collaboration front and center. We care deeply about our team member experience, regularly measuring engagement and taking meaningful action to keep improving. As leaders in mental health, we’re proud to make a positive impact in our communities and through our commitment to sustainable business practices as a Benefit Corp. Our total rewards package includes RRSP matching, a Wellness Allowance, comprehensive benefits, educational support, profit sharing, and participation in our recognition and annual salary review program.

Opportunity Summary

Reporting to the Project Director, as the Project Manager, Special Projects, you will be part of a team that collaborates to drive creative solutions for our clients and internal/external stakeholders. You will be responsible for successful completion of commercial and institutional small new builds, tenant improvements, and renovations.

Key Responsibilities

• Project lifecycle from start to finish includes relations, profitability, and schedule adherence.
• Work closely with the site team to develop the project plan and monitor the project schedule.
• Develop recovery strategies when project schedule or budget is in jeopardy.
• Understand and enforce prime contract and subcontract responsibilities.
• Negotiate and issue subcontracts, major purchase orders and monitor their progress and schedule.
• Work with the accounting department to ensure project accounting is accurate and timely.
• Prepare and issue progress applications to owner according to established schedules.
• Review/approve subcontractor applications for payment and expedite owner payment from within contract terms.
• Process all change orders, including negotiating and assessing cost and schedule impact.
• Review/approve subcontractor applications for payment and expedite owner payment from within contract terms.
• Manage all facets of project close-out, including archiving of documents, maintenance and warranty manuals, deficiencies, and warranty work.
• Participate in tender closing when requested.
• Supervise, mentor, coach, and train project personnel.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with external and internal clients and represent the company at industry functions and events.
• Model the Company Values.

Scott Construction Values

• People First | When we take care of people, we take care of Scott, our Industry, and our communities.
• Safety Always | We owe it to each other to get home safely.
• Seek Better Ways | Innovation and development fuels growth.
• Get It Done | Find a solution, take the initiative, and deliver on every commitment.
• Have Fun | Enjoy what you do.
• Own It | Be accountable and take pride in each day’s work.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of previous Project Management experience working on commercial, institutional and/or concrete projects with a minimum spend of $5 million with maximum spend of $10 million an asset.
• University or college diploma in a relevant construction/engineering program.
• Excellent computer skills including experience using MS Office, Project Scheduling and Project Management software - experience with Procore considered an asset.
• Experience in all forms of contracts and delivery.
• Sound knowledge in the review and negotiation of contracts for construction projects.
• Strong technical, business, financial and legal acumen.
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written, and presentation), including the ability to successfully translate technical information to non-technical individuals.
• Experience working with different project delivery methods.
• Exemplary leaderships skills, including strong teambuilding capabilities.
• Knowledge of key principles involved in bid preparation, including quantity take-off procedures, subtrade procurement, pricing and bid closing procedures.
• Excellent relationship building skills and ability to solve problems.