Job Title: Project Manager
Reports To: VP, Construction and Special Projects
Department: Construction

Position Summary
Oversee and manage retail and commercial construction projects within the Portfolio. Responsible for the overall project performance as related to costs, schedule, quality and customer service while adhering to Company’s policies and procedures

Responsibilities:

• Involvement with the overall architectural and civil design of the project;
• Contribute to the development of the project budget;
• Coordinate the contract bidding;
• Negotiate and issue prime contracts 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 VP of construction monthly;
• 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, 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 relationship with each tenant’s construction manager;
• Develop and maintain relationship with architects and engineers;
• Manage and harmonize interactions within the construction team including the tenants, consultants and contractors;
• Resolve project dispute 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;
• Directs activities of administrative assistant;
• 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 technology, construction technology, engineering technology or equivalent work experience
• Project Management Institute Accreditation or in progress.

Required Skills/Experience:

• Minimum seven years of experience in the field of construction management and other components of real estate development;
• Complete understanding of construction drawings and specifications;
• 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;
• 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.

Values
The Project Manager must be client focused, advocate and communicate a positive image of the company, both internally and externally. The Project Manager shall take accountability for decisions made and conduct oneself in a respectful and ethical manner in representing the company’s interests. The 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. 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.

The expected base pay range is: $115,000-$125,000. 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.

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