MatchBox Consulting is seeking a Project Manager for our client, a high-profile multifamily and commercial developer in downtown Vancouver. Our client is open to various levels of experience and is open to a Junior Project Manager who is seeking the next step in their career!
The Project Manager will be responsible for coordinating, managing, and overseeing both new builds, fit outs, and other projects contributing to maintaining or improving the company’s portfolio. They will be responsible for analyzing, interpreting, and reporting on project data as well as working with internal departments to ensure that all projects undertaken are scoped appropriately, and managed in accordance with an established budget and schedule. This role will include cost benchmark tracking, pre-construction services, including early-stage budget preparation, and documentation as required in support of project approvals.
Responsibilities:
• Support Director of Construction in fulfilling project objectives, assisting as needed in providing documentation, budget, and project management oversight as required.
• Coordinate, oversee, manage, and monitor project Preconstruction phase. Engage partners, contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders throughout the project approval phase.
• Work closely with all internal stakeholders including but not limited to Finance, Operations, Marketing, Development, Accounting amongst others in the successful execution of assigned projects.
• Track project major milestones to ensure completion within the budgeted timeline; identifying conflicts and opportunities in advance working with the partners to course correct identified schedule deviations.
• Analyze project documents including drawings, budget, and schedules provided by partners and internal departments to identify inconsistencies. Engage in critical thinking and utilize collaboration skills as required to advance projects in the required timelines.
• Monitor change orders; evaluate and ensure proper approval protocols are followed. Timeliness in the change order approval process will be key to project expediency.
• Forecast project budget overruns early, inquire and provide options in mitigating identified overruns where possible.
• Dialogue regularly with internal stakeholders; Development, Marketing, and Operations; ensure critical needs are addressed throughout all phases of assigned projects.
• Perform project turnover deficiency walks with the Architect, identify incomplete or deficient work, and conclude project turnover items in keeping with the approved project timeline. Ensure project deficiencies for new construction are completed prior to first resident move-in while ensuring a smooth transition into the operational phase.
• Track contractor progress based on approved project schedule. Report inconsistencies through site inspections and coordination meetings with partners alongside monthly reporting process. Promptly report issues and provide options for expediting project as required to maintain approved turnover deadlines.
• As Project Manager, you will be the point of contact for external and internal groups while projects are under construction. Monitor lines of communication ensuring friction points are remedied quickly, and all parties are functioning optimally throughout the project lifespan.
• Ensure project documents are filed in accordance with updated governance protocols and provide feedback for areas of improvement.
• Ensure a rigorous understanding of the project highlighting potential risk related to cost and schedule. Ensure a deep understanding of the contract documents, and support the Director, Construction in review and preparation of contract documents.
• Monitor and control the construction of each project to ensure that the project is built in compliance, on schedule, within budget to CDL’s quality standards
• Enhance the company’s reputation as a preferred client and industry leader
• Reporting to the Director, Construction, provide weekly updates related to schedule, budget, change orders and general risks and exposures. Work with external partners and internal team members to prepare updated project forecast presentation documents as part of a monthly reporting cycle.
• Manage monthly draw review process, ensuring all invoicing elements are in keeping with site progress while assessing change order status, classification, and values.
• Working with Finance team, provide commentary on project forecast elements including contract tender and award variances, schedule adjustments, and change
management for the overall project. Ensure risk items are understood and reviewed with building partners throughout execution phase.
Requirements:
• Post-secondary Degree/Diploma in Urban Planning, Business, Civil Engineering, Architectural Sciences or Project/Construction Management considered an asset but not required
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in construction and/or real estate. PMP Certification is considered an asset.
• Strong computer skills and demonstrated experience with project MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint Outlook, and Project.
• Ability to learn new Project Management software as may be required.
• Effective interpersonal skills and relationship-building skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated and directed, with the ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
For more current job opportunities, Follow MatchBox at linkedin.com/company/matchbox-recruitment/
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About MatchBox
Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team’s extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.
Equal Opportunities
MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.
Work Permits
Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.
Further Consideration
We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.
Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com
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