Senior Project Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Toronto; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and consultancy firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Toronto. The ideal candidate will coordinate multidisciplinary teams and manage complex projects to ensure successful completion. Required qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Architecture and at least 10 years of related experience. The role offers a full-time schedule in a supportive organization committed to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Inclusive working environment

Commitment to employee wellness

Employee Network Groups supporting diversity

Qualifications

• 10 years related experience in a senior project management role.
• Registered Architect with strong leadership capabilities.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Successfully direct and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams.
• Establish and maintain strong client relations.
• Track financial aspects and ensure deliverables are on schedule.

Skills

Project management

Client relations

Financial tracking

Staff supervision

Sustainable design interest

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

A Senior Project Manager’s primary role is to successfully direct and coordinate the work of single or multidisciplinary teams throughout their projects’ lifecycles. They are responsible for all aspects of medium-to-large projects with high degrees of technical complexity and involving large project teams.

In this role you would be expected to successfully:

• Produce and coordinate several projects concurrently
• Establish and maintain client relations, and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings
• Conduct work sessions for deliverable development in conjunction with other staff and stakeholders
• Coordinate staffing and workload through entire project life cycle, and ensure completion of deliverables on schedule
• Track financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work effort with team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed-to budget and schedule
• Work with the Accounting, Operational and Business leadership for periodic project reviews
• Implement QA/QC procedures
• Supervise large project staffs and act as mentor for less-experienced Project Managers
• Perform other duties as needed

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED
• PMP certification

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Architecture
• 10 years related experience
• A minimum 5 years project management experience
• Registered Architect
• Must be able to lead a team on projects
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• Knowledge and experience within the local and regional market
• Good planning and mentoring skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other\'s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

Location and Schedule

Primary Location: Canada-Ontario-Ottawa; Other Locations: Canada-Ontario-Kingston, Canada-Ontario-London

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Job Posting: Sep 10, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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