NewGround

Senior Project Manager

NewGround

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: KitchenerCanada

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Salary

💰 CA$85,000 - CA$125,000 per year

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About the role

  • Lead multiple, moderately complex projects, serving as the primary client interface.
  • Participate in the presentation of the proposal to the client and facilitate negotiations necessary to execute a final contract.
  • Ensure the program deliverables and activities adhere to the Project Development Agreement (PDA) and internal policies.
  • Manage and track all contractual modifications impacting budget and schedule.
  • Promote and uphold a strong culture of safety compliance on the work site
  • Plan the specific project dynamics with the project team from start to completion and solicit/develop/maintain milestones, deadlines, and durations for inclusion within the project schedule.
  • Oversee project schedules and budgets, applying change and risk management principles to ensure alignment with milestones and financial targets.
  • Lead and coordinate project team meetings, fostering collaboration, training, and effective communication to drive project momentum.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact with owners' representatives to align project delivery with stakeholder expectations.
  • Identify, engage and manage subcontractors to ensure successful project execution.
  • Assist the SVPB in serving as the project leader to coordinate and complete all due diligence efforts on behalf of the client to ensure timely advancement of the project.
  • Manage all aspects of the production of the project deliverables and ensure that the presented deliverables are in alignment with the terms of the Project Development Agreement.
  • Implement and maintain effective communication with the project team and all stakeholders to ensure full understanding of and commitment to the agreed deliverables.

Requirements

  • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in ACET, APFM, Construction Engineering Technology, Construction Management or related field
  • 7+ years of Project Manager or Construction Manager experience
  • On-site construction experience preferred
  • Demonstrated expertise in interpreting construction documents, managing risk, and applying proactive problem-solving and communication strategies to ensure project success
  • Capacity to develop and track project schedules for single and multi-project programs.
  • Strong background in project development from property acquisition through turnkey construction deliverables.
  • Ability to schedule projects in “Critical Path” progression and budget time required to meet milestones and deadlines.
  • Proficient in using technology as a management reporting tool to develop and implement program evaluation systems; working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Smartsheet, Outbuild Scheduling, Bluebeam and Procore is critical.
  • GSC and/or PMP accreditations are beneficial
Benefits
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Sabbatical program
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
project managementconstruction managementrisk managementproblem-solvingschedule developmentbudget managementcontract managementsafety compliancecritical path schedulingproject deliverables
Soft Skills
communicationcollaborationleadershipnegotiationteam coordinationstakeholder managementtraininginterpersonal skillsorganizational skillsproactive approach
Certifications
GSCPMP