Sr. Project Manager

SmartCentres REIT; Richmond; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartCentres REIT in Canada seeks a Senior Project Manager to oversee retail construction projects across the Western Canada portfolio. You will manage budget, schedule, quality, and customer service while ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures, reporting to the Senior Director – Construction for Western Canada.

The role requires extensive construction experience, strong contract administration, and coordination with tenants, consultants and contractors.

Qualifications

• College or University degree in architectural, engineering or equivalent work experience
• PMI Accreditation or in progress
• Minimum 5 years of Canadian Construction Industry Experience

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage small to large retail construction projects in the Western Canada Portfolio
• Develop and monitor the project budget and costs
• Coordinate contract bidding and procurement
• Negotiate and issue prime contracts and subcontracts
• Administer contracts and control change orders
• Monitor project costs through change orders and adjustments
• Develop recovery strategies if schedule or budget are jeopardized
• Coordinate schedule, cost forecasts and cash flow with site team
• Establish and maintain project safety programs
• Foster relationships with tenants, consultants, and contractors
• Process progress draws and invoices timely
• Collaborate with accounting on coding and payments
• Coordinate tenant aspects from drawings to costs to satisfy tenants
• Maintain relationships with architects and engineers
• Closeout documentation and deficiencies follow-up
• Mentor and supervise junior PMs and assistants
• Liaise with building officials and regulatory agencies
• Perform general administrative duties and special projects

Skills

Communication skills

MS Project

Excel

Contract management

Budgeting

Schedule management

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture/engineering or related field

PMI Accreditation or in progress

Tools

Procore

ACC360

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Project

Job description

Project Manager

Job Title: Senior Project Manager

Reports To: Senior Director – Construction for Western Canada

Department: Construction

Position Summary: Seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee and manage small to large retail construction projects within the Western Canada Portfolio. The person will be responsible for the overall project performance as related to costs, schedule, quality and customer service while adhering to Company’s policies and procedures. The role will be reporting to the Senior Director – Construction for Western Canada.

Responsibilities

• Involvement with the overall architectural and/or civil design of the project;
• Contribute to the development of the project budget;
• Coordinate the contract bidding;
• Negotiate and issue prime contracts, subcontracts and purchase orders;
• Carry out all project’s contract administration in accordance with Company’s policies and procedures;
• Monitor project costs through change order and contract adjustment procedures;
• Develop recovery strategy when project schedule or budget are in jeopardy;
• Review and update schedule, cost forecasts and cash flow requirements with the superintendent biweekly and with the Senior Director of construction monthly;
• Establish with superintendent project safety program;
• Establish effective working relations with Consultants, Subcontractors’, PM’s, Tenants and other members of the project team to facilitate accomplishment of job accountabilities;
• Prepare and process general contractor progress draws, subcontractor applications for payment and consultants and suppliers’ invoices in a timely manner;
• Work with accounting department to ensure proper accounting coding, payments of progress draws and recoverable costs;
• Coordinate all tenant aspects of the project from drawing coordination, scheduling and costs to the satisfaction of the tenant. Develop relationships with each tenant’s construction manager;
• Develop and maintain relationships with architects and engineers;
• Manage and harmonize interactions within the construction team including the tenants, consultants and contractors;
• Resolve project disputes in a timely manner;
• Complete project closeout documentation for archiving or transfer to Operations;
• Follow‑up on deficiencies in a timely manner.
• Supervise assistant project managers;
• Mentor and be a resource to Assistant PM’s and PM’s;
• Directs activities of administrative assistant;
• Responsible for small to large projects;
• Liaise with building officials and regulatory agencies;
• General and administrative duties as required;
• Perform additional assignments/special projects per supervisor’s direction.

Academic/Professional Requirements

• College or University degree preferably in architectural, , engineering or equivalent work experience
• Project Management Institute Accreditation or in progress.
• Minimum 5 years of Canadian Construction Industry Experience

Required Skills/Experience

• Minimum ten years of experience in the field of construction and other components of real estate development;
• Complete understanding of construction drawings and specifications;
• Strong contractual knowledge will be asset. CCDC2, CCDC14
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction and technology methods, industry practices, estimating/budgeting, scheduling and safety requirements;
• Versed in the application of building codes and full knowledge of construction contracts;
• Capable to resolve project disputes with minimal management assistance;
• Ability to prioritize workload and capable of handling multiple projects;
• Previous experience in various types of construction projects from renovations to new builds;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must possess the ability to effectively communicate across all levels of management within the Company as well as outside the organization;
• Proficient in MS Word, Project and Excel
• Experience with Procore and/or ACC360 Platforms will be beneficial

Values

The Senior Project Manager must be client focused, advocate and communicate a positive image of the company, both internally and externally. The Senior Project Manager shall take accountability for decisions made and conduct oneself in a respectful and ethical manner in representing the company’s interests. The Senior Project Manager shall demonstrate entrepreneurialism and behave like an “owner” in carrying out daily tasks and responsibilities; demonstrating creativity and resourcefulness in achieving desired results. Senior Project Manager is expected to be a team player and work effectively with colleagues and associates in terms of input, sharing of ideas and working to achieve common goal. Some travel will be required.

The expected base pay range is: $120,000-$130,000. The base pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. SmartCentres values the contribution of our Associates, and our individual salaries may vary based on the geographical location of successful candidates, as well as their experience, qualifications or skills.

Smartcentres does not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools in its own applicant tracking system, and all hiring decisions are made by our recruitment / hiring team. AI may be used by external platforms or third-party agencies during the application process. Applicants should be aware that such external platforms operate independently of the employer.

The role posted is for an existing, active vacancy.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment and selection process. If you are contacted about an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.