Senior Project Manager

Concrete Cashmere; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A design-build firm in Vancouver is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee multiple and large projects, especially in commercial kitchen construction. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience in project management, a relevant degree, and strong knowledge of building codes. Responsibilities include maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders, preparing project documentation, and managing quality inspections. This position requires proficiency in project management software and effective organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Project Management with a design or construction background.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, mechanical systems, and commercial construction practices.
• Must legally work in Canada and be on-site in Vancouver.

Responsibilities

• Maintain relationships with designers, supervisors, clients, and inspectors.
• Manage office and clinic TI projects tailored to client needs.
• Prepare construction contracts, quotations, and project documentation.

Skills

Project Management

Conflict Resolution

Client Communication

Time Management

Financial Tracking

Education

Degree or diploma in construction management

PMP certification

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Bluebeam

Job description

Concrete Cashmere is a design-build firm based in Vancouver, British Columbia. We are focused on bringing a fresh approach to commercial, retail, institution, and medical projects. We work with clients to thoughtfully integrate their needs, branding a unique style to craft a well-designed, functional space that brings their vision into existence.

What are we looking for?

Are you someone who enjoys managing multiple priorities, is extremely organized and able to drive a team towards the finish line? If so, then the Senior Project Manager position at Concrete Cashmere might be the right role for you. This is an exciting role where every day presents unique challenges and learning opportunities. You will be able to use your keen leadership abilities and make a real impact in bringing to life the client’s vision.

What you will be doing:

• Representing Concrete Cashmere on multiple job sites by maintaining positive relationships with Interior Designers, Site supervisors & other team members, clients, owners, landlords, consults, trades and city inspectors
• Specialize in commercial kitchen builds, ensuring compliance- with health, safety, and mechanical codes.
• Manage office and clinic TI projects, tailoring solutions to meet client-specific operational needs.
• Reviewing architectural, design and engineering drawings, ensuring all specifications and regulations are followed
• Develop estimates for projects and prepare construction contracts & quotations
• Ensure that projects are built according to approved plans, specifications, shop drawings and that quality standards are maintained (work with designers)
• Develop and maintain the construction schedule
• Overseeing and reporting schedule and schedule changes with the site superintendent
• Communicating changes in schedule and negotiated job site changes to clients
• Prepare and manage project documentation including RFIs, change orders, schedules, and reports
• Updating projects daily to clients and project coordinator
• Quality inspections from time to time on site
• Lead and mentor the team to complete project successfully
• Maintains, tracks and reports all financial aspects of project including forecasts, billings and sub-contractor invoices
• Build and maintain customer relationships
• Ensuring staff, sub-contractors, site superintendent are hitting deadlines and are on schedule
• Working closely with Site Superintendent to maintain construction timelines

Qualifications and Experience:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma construction management, construction technology, engineering, architecture, or similar (PMP certification is an asset)
• 8+ years experience in Project Management (Design or Construction background an asset)
• Experience working on large projects ($3M+) or multiple projects simultaneously
• Proven experience in commercial kitchen construction is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, mechanical systems, and commercial construction practices.
• Ability to read plans and specifications (elevations, sections, and details)
• Ability to handle multiple priorities through effective time management and organizational skills
• Excellent client service and communication skills; ability to build trust and long-term relationships.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam).
• Must be legally able to work in Canada, and on-site at our Vancouver office