About this role
Based in Montreal and reporting to the Director, Residential Development, the Design Project Manager (Multi-Residential) is fully responsible for the projects assigned to them, including leading external professionals, managing budgets, and ensuring that project schedules are met.
- Take full ownership of assigned projects;
- Lead external professionals to ensure projects meet established objectives related to budget, schedule, design, and quality;
- Ensure compliance with project budgets and schedules;
- Drive projects forward and ensure timely progress;
- Supervise the construction team to ensure compliance with budgets and schedules;
- Ensure the overall quality of projects;
- Ensure a smooth transition of completed projects to the Operations Department;
- Establish requirements and objectives for external professionals and conduct an initial selection process;
- Request proposals from professionals, analyze submissions, and negotiate fees;
- Ensure selected professional service agreements are signed by the Vice President, Construction;
- Identify geotechnical requirements, request service proposals, and negotiate contracts;
- Determine the appropriate building structural system in consultation with the Technical Reviewer;
- Review budget estimates;
- Provide clear direction to professionals and ensure compliance with the project's technical and budgetary objectives;
- Coordinate the review of plans by the Technical Reviewer;
- Prepare the construction schedule;
- Oversee project mobilization and construction activities;
- Coordinate the needs of existing and/or new tenants, assess budget impacts, and coordinate with Leasing Agents, tenants, and professionals;
- Ensure that all processes and approvals with authorities are completed according to the established schedule;
- Ensure the smooth progress of construction activities by providing high-level oversight in collaboration with the Construction team;
- Intervene on-site or with professionals to address specific issues requiring resolution;
- Keep the Director, Construction informed of project progress and any issues related to assigned construction projects;
- Conduct regular site visits.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering, or a college diploma in Architectural Technology;
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a similar role, preferably with a developer, real estate owner/operator, general contractor, or similar organization;
- Strong knowledge of various building construction systems.
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