Senior Project Manager, Real Property Infrastructure

Automotive and Surface Transportation; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 117,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking three Senior Project Managers to lead infrastructure projects that support Canada's innovation ecosystem. This role involves developing comprehensive asset management plans and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure project success. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in large-scale construction and engineering, along with a strong understanding of project management principles. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact the future of research and technology in Canada.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental coverage

Robust pension plan

Disability and life insurance

Office closure at the end of December

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• PMP certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement asset management plans for scientific facilities.
• Prepare project charters and status reports, ensuring compliance.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Asset Management

Construction Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

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Senior Project Manager, Real Property Infrastructure

Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

OrganizationalUnit: Real Property Planning and Management

Classification: RCO

Duration: 3 years

Language Requirements:Various linguistic profiles

Work Arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). Employees in this position who telework will be required to travel to the identified work site at least three (3) times per week at their own expense.

We recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities. If you are an Indigenous candidate, you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. To learn more, please contact the hiring team, using the contact information below.

Notes:

• The intent of this staffing process is to staff three (3) positions.
• One (1) Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC position and two (2) English positions.

The Role

We are looking for three (3) Senior Project Managers to join our Real Property Planning and Management (RPPM) Branch. The Senior Project Manager would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

RPPM is tasked with overseeing the development of comprehensive asset management plans and delivering infrastructure renewal and recapitalization projects that support NRC’s evolution into a more advanced research and technology organization, bolstering Canada’s science, technology, and innovation ecosystem.

Reporting to an RPPM Director, the Project Manager will provide expertise in developing and implementing asset management plans for scientific facilities and real property assets. The role involves ensuring that RPPM supports a modern, optimized, and sustainable real property portfolio that builds and maintains the NRC’s leadership role in the Canadian science, technology and innovation (STI) ecosystem.

The incumbent will participate in multi-disciplinary teams in a matrix environment, collaborating with experts from Research Centres, other RPPM directorates, project coordinators, procurement agents, and administrative personnel, while maintaining strong communication with both internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include preparing and refining asset management plans, project charters, and status reports, ensuring compliance with RPPM Engineering and Construction Office processes and policies. The Project Manager will also support the Director, Engineering and Construction, by monitoring project progress and budget, contributing to performance planning, and engaging in related activities to enhance project outcomes.

Screening Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, project management, or in another field that is relevant to the duties of this position.

A formal designation as a Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute (PMI) would be considered an asset.

• Recent* and significant** experience in large-scale construction and engineering projects, including various building systems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and structural components.
• Recent* and significant** experience in the application of project management principles and the adoption of best practices.
• Experience with the development of asset management plans and project scope definition incorporating sustainable building practices and energy efficient solutions.
• Experience in reporting to senior management on project performance including:
  o Reviewing, producing and analyzing project performance indicators such as those related to costs, schedule, quality, client satisfaction and project team engagement; and
  o Providing recommendations on issues resolutions.
• Experience in internal and external stakeholder engagement in a complex environment.
• Experience in managing projects in a Research and Technology environment would be considered an asset.

*Recent experience is defined as within the last two (2) years.
**Significant experience is defined as at least seven (7) years of experience.

Condition of Employment

Reliability Status

Language Requirements

One (1) Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC position and two (2) English positions.

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

• Advanced knowledge in the application and use of project management theory, procedures and practices and the use of project management software tools.
• Ability to prepare clear and detailed project documentation including management plans, charters and status reports in compliance with organizational policies.
• Knowledge of facility management, including maintenance, operations, and lifecycle management of buildings, to understand the long-term needs of property management.
• Advanced knowledge of the construction industry, specifically in the management of scientific or industrial infrastructure and real property projects.
• Ability to identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring smooth project execution.
• Management services - Client focus (Level 3)
• Management services - Communication (Level 3)
• Management services - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 3)
• Management services - Results orientation (Level 3)
• Management services - Teamwork (Level 3)

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile: Management Services .

The intent of this hiring action is to staff this position at the RCO-3 level, with a salary range of $117,341to $136,871.

NOTE: Please note that the full RO/RCO salary scale has five levels. Salary determination will be based on a review of the candidate’s expertise, outcomes and impacts of their previous work experience relative to the requirements of the level. As such, the initial salary could be within another level of the RO/RCO salary scale (i.e. above or below the intended level for this position).

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Discover the possible

Anything is possible at the National Research Council (NRC),recently named one of Canada’s 2025 Top Employers for Young People, a 2025 Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!

As Canada’s leading research and technology organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

Notes

• In 2025, the NRC has been chosen as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, the National Capital Region’s Top Employers and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers.
• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with therequisition number ( 23869 ) to:

Closing Date:11 May 2025 - 11:59 PM Eastern Time

*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careersmodule from your NRC computer.