Senior Project Manager – Buildings

WalterFedy; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WalterFedy, a national multi-disciplinary design and construction firm, seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex architecture and engineering programs in Canada. You will serve as the primary client contact, provide strategic oversight, and mentor a growing team.

The role demands independence, the ability to manage several large projects concurrently, and a commitment to advancing project delivery practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field required.
• 10+ years of project management experience on complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
• PMP and/or professional licensure (OAA, P.Eng., C.E.T.) would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of complex projects from initiation to closeout.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams across architecture and engineering disciplines.
• Oversee planning, design coordination, cost control, and risk management.
• Prepare drawings and specifications at SD, DD, Tender, and IFC stages.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relations

Budgeting

Contract administration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

PMP certification

OAA / P.Eng. / C.E.T. licensure

Job description

Role at a Glance

The Senior Project Manager leads the planning, design, and execution of complex, multidisciplinary architecture and engineering projects. This role is responsible for delivering projects on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction.

Role at a Glance

The Senior Project Manager leads the planning, design, and execution of complex, multidisciplinary architecture and engineering projects. This role is responsible for delivering projects on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction. As a seasoned professional, the Senior Project Manager serves as the primary client contact, provides strategic oversight on major assignments, and mentors intermediate and junior project managers. The Senior Project Manager operates independently, manages multiple large-scale projects simultaneously, and contributes to firm-wide improvements in project delivery and management practice.

Project Management

What you will do

• Manage all phases of complex projects, from initiation through closeout, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget
• Lead multidisciplinary teams, integrating architecture, engineering, and specialty disciplines.
• Oversee project planning, design coordination, cost control, and risk management.
• Manage and coordinate the preparation of drawings and specifications at each project deliverable stage (SD, DD, Tender, IFC, etc.)
• Oversee project application and review processes with Authorities Having Jurisdiction.
• Manage the project construction budget and performance objectives through the development of project design.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Administer construction contracts following applicable legislation and best practice standards, including various CCDC contract types (CCDC 2, 5A/B, 14, 30, etc.).
• Serve as the primary point of contact for construction administration processes, including general client, contractor, and sub-consultant correspondence; RFI response; submittal review; and development of supplemental instructions or project changes (PCN, CO, CD).
• Review contractor payment applications, issue certificates for payment, and review project closeout documentation.
• Review and assess project status at closeout, prepare the certificate for substantial performance, and coordinate with the stamping architect and engineers for issuance of final review letters

Financial And Administrative

• Negotiate and administer client and consultant agreements.
• Track and report project performance metrics, proactively addressing risks and variances.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly invoicing in accordance with project milestones and financial agreements.

Client Interaction

• Coordinate and communicate with clients on project development and management issues throughout the project lifecycle, including attending and/or leading project meetings with clients, stakeholders, sub-consultants, and authorities.
• Build strong, lasting client relationships through clear communication and proactive issue resolution.

Business Development

• Support business development and proposal efforts through fee estimates, work plans, and presentations

Leadership And Organizational Development

• Leadership of the Project Coordination team, providing mentorship and technical guidance.
• Promote collaboration and communication across disciplines and project teams.
• Support PMO initiatives by sharing lessons learned and adopting firm-wide best practices including the maintenance of construction documents and workflows in construction.

What You Bring To The Table

• Bachelor's degree or college diploma in Architecture, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in project management or related roles, with a focus on overseeing complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
• Enrolment in or completion of PMP, and licensure with OAA, P.Eng., C.E.T. or C.Tech would be considered an asset.
• Completion of WF Group Inc. PM orientation training.
• Advanced knowledge of project management principles and practices.
• Thorough knowledge of Canadian/Ontario and other relevant codes and standards (i.e. OBC, ESC, CSA, IES, IEEE, NFPA, ASHRAE).
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to devise practical and economical solutions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish effective working relationships.
• Superb communication, time management and multi-tasking skills, with a strong emphasis on attention to detail.
• Experience in contract administration and business development activities.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team of Architects, Engineers, technologists, designers, and support staff.

Life at WalterFedy

As a national, innovative, multi-discipline design and construction collective, our ambition goes beyond great design - we are here to enhance the world around us. We need a team of agile, ambitious, and big-picture thinkers who share our drive to harness our collective talents to do something bigger.

Our team is made up of the industry's best. We share a common commitment to questioning the ordinary, infusing everything we do with creativity, and challenging our industry to redefine what’s possible.

Join us as we move past working for a living, and toward building better communities with smart, influential design.