Colliers Project Leaders

Senior Project Manager

Colliers Project Leaders$97K — $134K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in capital project management, with 5+ years leading large-scale projects.
  • Preference for experience in water, wastewater, municipal facilities, or related infrastructure.
  • Proven track record in building and managing client relationships, establishing trust and account growth.
  • University degree or college diploma in engineering, architecture, or construction management, or equivalent experience.
  • Strong understanding of construction methodologies, project management models, and financial management.
  • Professional industry credentials such as PMP, P.Eng., CET, or Registered Architect are a plus.
  • Excellent leadership, organizational skills, and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Consult directly with clients and stakeholders to lead complex capital projects.
  • Act as a trusted advisor, understanding client needs throughout project delivery.
  • Build and manage long-term client relationships to identify account expansion opportunities.
  • Lead the development of project plans including objectives, schedules, budgets, and risk management.
  • Oversee major procurement efforts and contract negotiations with various stakeholders.
  • Lead and mentor project delivery teams through various management activities.
  • Monitor project team performance and address delivery issues as necessary.
  • Provide financial tracking, forecasts, and regular reporting to stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Flexible and supportive work environment.
  • Collaboration opportunities with experienced project leaders.
  • Comprehensive onboarding process.
  • Ongoing professional development and support for certifications.
  • Paid volunteer day for community causes.
  • Inclusive workplace encouraging personal authenticity.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits with career growth opportunities.
Full Job Description
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Join ourEastern Ontarioteam as aSenior Project Managerin Ottawa!

This opportunity is well suited for someone who has experience leading and delivering complex capital projects, with a preference for experience across water, wastewater, or municipal facilities. In this role, you will act as a strategic trusted advisor to clients, with a strong focus on account management, relationship building, and understanding their evolving needs. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, strengthen and grow client relationships, and help shape solutions that create lasting value for clients and communities, while continuing to expand your leadership influence, business acumen, and project deliveryexpertise.

Responsibilities
  • Demonstrate company values and cultural behaviors
  • Consult directly with clients and stakeholders to successfully lead complex capital projects, with a focus on water, wastewater, municipalfacilitiesand related infrastructure
  • Act as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding their priorities, challenges and evolving needs whilerepresentingtheir best interests throughout project delivery
  • Build, manage and strengthen long-term client relationships,identifyingopportunities to expand existing accounts and deliveradditionalvalue
  • Lead the development of project plans by defining clientobjectivesand success criteria, schedule and budget development, procurement management, riskplanningand communication/stakeholder management
  • Lead major procurement efforts and contract negotiations for architects, engineers,contractorsand third-party consultants
  • Lead and mentor multiple project delivery teams through project management activities including procurement, risk, cost, schedule,scopeand stakeholder management
  • Oversee project delivery team performance, while escalating delivery issues asrequired
  • Provide financial frameworks, forecasts, costtrackingand regular financial reporting
  • Be accountable for quality deliverables, successful projectoutcomesand client satisfaction
Qualifications
  • A minimum of 8 yearscapital project management experience, with a minimum of 5 years leading large-scale project mandates varying in scope and complexity
  • Experience leading water, wastewater, municipalfacilitiesand/or related infrastructure projects is considered a strong asset
  • Demonstrated experience building and managing client relationships, with the ability to understand client needs,establishtrust and support the growth of key accounts
  • A university degree or college diploma in engineering, architecture or construction management, or an equivalent combination of academic and practical experience
  • Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, project managementmodelsandfinancial management, as well as applicable building codes, contracttypesand relevant legislation
  • Professional industry credentials such as PMP, P.Eng., CET, RegisteredArchitector another similar industry-recognized designation are considered a strong asset
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills with a proven ability to effectively influence others and resolve client,projectand technical issues
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills

Dont meet every qualification? Thats okay.

We still encourage you to apply. You might be exactly who were looking for, either in this role or another on our team. We want to work with people who are motivated to learn, collaborate, build relationships, and grow their careers while helping others grow along the way.

What its like to work here.

  • Meaningful work across Canada
  • Flexible, supportive work environment
  • Collaboration with experienced project leaders on complex projects
  • Comprehensive onboarding experience
  • Ongoing professional development, mentorship, training opportunities and support for professional certifications
  • Paid volunteer day to support causes you care about
  • Inclusive workplace where you are encouraged to be yourself
  • Competitive compensation, benefits and opportunities for career growth

Expected Compensation: $97,920 6,640 per year (CAD)

This range represents our good-faith estimate at the time of posting, based on market benchmarks and internal equity. Final compensation will be determined considering the candidates skills, experience, qualifications and regional consideration. Annual bonus opportunities are in addition to base salary.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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About Colliers Project Leaders

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Joining Colliers Project Leaders offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic global team dedicated to leading the industry in project management and consultancy services. Colliers Project Leaders is renowned for its commitment to professional excellence and innovation in managing complex projects.

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Career growth at Colliers Project Leaders is propelled by robust training programs and a dedication to professional development. Employees are encouraged to advance their careers through continuous learning opportunities, leadership training, and access to global resources.

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