Senior Project Manager

Colliers Project Leaders | Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Colliers Project Leaders Canada is seeking a Senior Project Manager for the Alberta Team to serve as a trusted advisor to clients and lead complex capital projects in healthcare and education sectors. You will guide cross-functional teams, manage scope and risk, and position the team for pursuing upcoming opportunities across Alberta.

You bring 8+ years in capital project management, strong leadership, and experience with multiple delivery methods.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of capital project management experience with at least 5 years leading large-scale projects.
• Experience pursuing, securing and leading vertical/horizontal infrastructure, healthcare, water/wastewater is a strong asset.
• University degree or college diploma in engineering, architecture or construction management (or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, project management models, financial management, codes and contracts.
• Credentials such as PMP, P.Eng., CET or licensed architect are advantageous.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to influence others and resolve issues.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate company values and cultural behaviours.
• Consult with clients and stakeholders to complete long-term care and healthcare projects.
• Represent clients’ best interests regarding project outcomes.
• Manage client relationships and adapt to changing requirements.
• Lead development of project plans including objectives, schedules, budgets, procurement, risk and stakeholder management.
• Lead procurement and contract negotiations with architects, contractors and consultants.
• Mentor multiple project delivery teams through procurement, risk, cost, schedule, scope and stakeholder management.
• Oversee team performance and escalate delivery issues as required.
• Provide financial forecasting, cost tracking and regular reporting.
• Ensure quality deliverables and client satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Client relations

Project management

Education

Engineering/construction degree

Professional credentials (PMP, P.Eng., CET, Architect)

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

Join our team as a Senior Project Manager with the Alberta Team.

In this role, we are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager who can act as a trusted advisor to our clients and have built strong, lasting relationships with senior leaders. You bring in-depth construction knowledge and have led and managed complex project teams within different construction delivery methodologies. You have experience leading civil infrastrucuture projects with significant complexity. In addition to leading projects, your experience and drive will help position our team in the pursuit of upcoming capital healthcare and education projects throughout the Alberta Business Unit, in Northern Alberta.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate company values and cultural behaviors
• Consult directly with clients and stakeholders to successfully complete long-term care and/or healthcare projects, varying in size, scope and complexity
• Understand and represent your clients’ best interests regarding project outcomes
• Manage client relationships and be attentive to new or changing requirements
• Lead the development of project plans by defining client objectives and success criteria, schedule and budget development, procurement management, risk planning and communication/stakeholder management
• Lead major procurement efforts and contract negotiations for architects, contractors and third-party consultants
• Lead and mentor multiple project delivery teams through project management activities including procurement, risk, cost, schedule, scope and stakeholder management
• Oversee project delivery team performance, while escalating delivery issues as required
• Provide financial framework, forecasts and cost tracking and regular financial reporting
• Be accountable for quality deliverables and client satisfaction

Qualifications

• A minimum of 8 years’ capital project management experience; with a minimum 5 years leading large scale project mandates varying in scope and complexity
• Experience in pursuing, securing and leading vertical / horizonal infrastructure, post secondary, healthcare, water / waste water projects is considered a strong asset.
• A university degree or college diploma in engineering, architecture or construction management (or an equivalent combination of academic and practical experience)
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, project management models and financial management, as well as building codes, contract types and relevant legislation
• Professional industry credentials such as PMP, P.Eng., CET, Registered Architect or other similar industry recognized designation is considered a strong asset
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with a proven ability to effectively influence others and resolve client, project and technical issues
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills

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.

Disclaimer

Colliers Project Leaders is part of Colliers (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI), a leading diversified professional services and investment management company, with more than 18,000 professionals operating in 63 countries.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact the assigned Talent Acquisition Business Partner.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

We may use technology tools to assist in screening applications for keywords or qualifications. However, final selection decisions are made by our hiring team through human review and interviews.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.