Senior Manager, Facilities Design & Construction Projects

Arc'teryx Limited; North Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 94,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading outdoor brand in North Vancouver is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee design and construction projects. This role requires 6+ years of experience in project management within branded environments. You'll work on developing project plans, managing budgets, and ensuring quality delivery while fostering collaboration and operational excellence. The position offers a competitive salary range based on skills and experience, plus a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of project management experience in branded environments or similar.
• Experience working with brand, design, and marketing teams.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure stakeholder alignment on timelines and responsibilities.
• Maintain the master Facilities project schedule and budget.

Skills

Project management in branded environments

Collaboration skills

Attention to detail

Proactive problem-solving skills

Clear communication skills

Tools

Smartsheet

Monday

Jira

Job description

Department : Facilities & Workplace Experience

Reports to : Director, Facilities & Workplace Experience

Location : North Vancouver, BC

Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX :

As the Senior Project Manager – Design and Construction, you will drive projects, processes, and deliverables for all Facilities initiatives. Your focus on operational excellence will ensure the delivery of world-class experiences from concept to completion, on time and within budget. You should have strong communication skills, workback schedules, and a collaborative mindset. Strategic thinking, relationship building, and a positive attitude are essential.

This role is based in North Vancouver with a hybrid work model. Travel requirements will be approximately 10–15% annually (around 6–8 weeks per year). Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.

Meet Your Future Team :

The Facilities & Workplace Experience team collaborates with the business to create an industry-leading workplace. We support evolving physical spaces across multiple locations including North Vancouver, New Westminster, Portland, and Tokyo, with plans for expansion.

If you were the Senior Project Manager, Design and Construction, your core activities would include:

1. Developing detailed project plans with cross-functional teams and external partners.
2. Ensuring stakeholder alignment on timelines, responsibilities, and success criteria.
3. Maintaining the master Facilities project schedule and capital budget.
4. Leading project check-ins to monitor scope, schedule, budget, and risks.
5. Overseeing construction to ensure design intent is achieved.
6. Managing external consultants, architects, engineers, and contractors.
7. Leading RFP processes in partnership with Procurement and Legal.
8. Mitigating risks related to permits, scope, timelines, and supply chains.
9. Collaborating with various teams to deliver integrated environments.
10. Partnering with global Facilities teams to support regional and enterprise growth.
11. Building strong stakeholder relationships based on understanding needs.
12. Driving operational excellence through process and workflow improvements.
13. Facilitating post-project reviews for continuous improvement.
14. Implementing tools and processes for project management and reporting.
15. Developing standards and playbooks for design and construction.
16. Incorporating sustainable practices into projects.
17. Staying informed on workplace trends and innovations.

Future initiatives may include:

1. Building and leading a high-performing project team.
2. Strategic planning for global capital investments.
3. Innovating in workplace design, including labs and creative spaces.
4. Measuring space performance and its impact on engagement.
5. Mentoring junior team members.
6. Managing larger, complex projects as the business grows.

The ideal candidate has:

• 6+ years of project management experience in branded environments or similar.
• Experience working with brand, design, and marketing teams.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and documentation.
• Proficiency in project management software like Smartsheet, Monday, Jira.
• Strong influencing and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• A positive, solutions-oriented attitude.
• Attention to detail with a strategic perspective.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.
• Calmness and adaptability in changing situations.
• Ability to own timelines, budgets, and resources across multiple projects.
• Clear and timely communication skills.
• Leadership qualities that foster collaboration and accountability.
• A commitment to quality and innovative solutions.
• A curiosity about space's role in supporting brand, culture, and performance.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, design-driven environment.

Salary Range: CAD$94,000 - CAD$129,000 annually. Compensation is based on skills, experience, and qualifications. This range reflects base salary only; benefits and bonuses are additional.

Equal Opportunity : Arc’teryx values inclusivity and is committed to creating a diverse workplace. We promote fairness, respect, and opportunity for all applicants and employees.

Our Values : We believe in leaving things better—personally, professionally, and environmentally. Join us in making positive change.