Senior Project Manager

Tadpool; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage from Day 1

RRSP matching up to 5%

Vacation and paid time off

Summer hours

Professional development and training

Bonus structure

Job summary

Tadpool in Montréal is seeking a Project Manager to oversee construction activities across its commercial real estate portfolio in Québec. You will lead planning, execution, and oversight of landlord improvements, tenant projects and capital initiatives across multiple sites.

Reporting to the Director, you will manage internal teams, review budgets, and coordinate with consultants to ensure safety, timelines and financial targets are met while nurturing a culture of safety and continuous

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of construction project management experience.
• Experience with owners, landlords, developers or commercial real estate.
• Strong budgeting, procurement, contract administration and project delivery.
• Bilingual in French and English.
• LEED accreditation considered an asset.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects across locations.
• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Health and dental coverage from Day 1; premiums covered 100%.
• RRSP employer match up to 5%.
• Vacation and paid time off plus summer hours.
• Professional expense and training support.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction, redevelopment, and major repair projects from planning to delivery.
• Manage internal project managers, coordinators, and technicians, ensuring efficient workflow and quality.
• Review budgets, schedules, change orders, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants to meet timelines, financial targets, and safety requirements.
• Lead vendor management, ensuring strong performance and cost control.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis related to operations and capital projects.
• Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Procurement

Contract administration

Stakeholder communication

Education

Engineering degree

Construction management diploma

Job description

This role oversees the full scope of construction activities across an assigned commercial real estate portfolio in Québec. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver landlord improvements, tenant-related projects, and building capital initiatives across multiple sites.

Company Culture

Our client fosters a collaborative and accountable work environment where teams are encouraged to innovate, share expertise, and pursue operational excellence. The organization values safety, transparency, and professional growth while supporting employees through cross‑functional teamwork.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Director, the Project Manager leads project planning, execution, and oversight for construction and investment initiatives across the portfolio. The role manages internal technicians and project teams, guides vendor performance, reviews budgets and schedules, and ensures compliance with regulatory and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee construction, redevelopment, and major repair projects from planning to delivery.
• Manage internal project managers, coordinators, and technicians, ensuring efficient workflow and quality standards.
• Review and approve budgets, schedules, change orders, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants to meet timelines, financial targets, and safety requirements.
• Lead vendor management, ensuring strong performance, compliance, and cost control.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis related to operations and capital projects.
• Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the construction team.

Desired Candidate

• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of construction project management experience.
• Experience working with owners, landlords, developers, or commercial real estate organizations.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, procurement, contract administration, and project delivery.
• Bilingual in French and English.
• LEED accreditation considered an asset.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities across various locations.
• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Health and dental coverage from Day 1, premiums covered at 100%.
• Employer matched RRSP program up to 5%.
• Vacation and additional paid time off (plus summer hours).
• Professional expense and training support.

Professional Development

Employees benefit from mentorship, technical training, and opportunities to grow into broader operational or leadership roles across the portfolio.

Work Arrangement

Based in Montréal. Combination of in-office work with regular site visits.