City of Toronto

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER CS

City of Toronto • $105K — $160K *
Toronto, ON M3C 0E3In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • University degree in construction management, project management, architecture, engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • Extensive construction project management experience, especially with new greenfield/brownfield projects.
  • Strong background in leading complex projects, including developing formal plans and managing deliverables.
  • Experience in construction management practices, including budgeting and stakeholder management.
  • Proficient understanding of relevant legislation and construction codes in Ontario.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement detailed project plans and policies.
  • Manage a team of contractors and consultants for major construction projects.
  • Ensure effective communication and high-quality performance across projects.
  • Coordinate documentation from various stakeholders throughout project execution.
  • Represent the City at site and community consultation meetings.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for hybrid work arrangement within the City’s policy.
  • Access to a temporary full-time position with potential for meaningful future projects.
  • Participation in a values-driven organization focused on equity and inclusion.
Full Job Description
  • Job ID: 59307
  • Job Category: Project Management
  • Division & Section: Corporate Real Estate Management, (PMO)
  • Work Location: METRO HALL, 55 John Street
  • Job Type & Duration: Full-time, 2 Temporary Vacancies, 24 months
  • Salary Range: $105,241.00 - $160,649.00, TM1576 and PTM3
  • Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week per week
  • Affiliation: Non-Union
  • Number of Positions Open: 2
  • Posting Period: 11-AUG-2026 to 8-SEPT-2026


Role Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Major Capital Construction Projects, the SPM acts as the City's internal representative and key liaison between contractors, consultants, City divisions, and stakeholders. The role is responsible for project delivery including budget, schedule, procurement, contract management, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.

Position 1: Senior Project Manager - 4610 Finch Avenue East Redevelopment

Project Overview

The Corporate Real Estate Management (CREM) Project Management Office is overseeing the construction of a new 13-storey facility for Seniors Services and Long-Term Care (SSLTC) at 4610 Finch Avenue East in Scarborough. The Senior Project Manager (SPM) works closely with service providers, City vendors, and stakeholders to deliver this complex brownfield redevelopment project in accordance with approved scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk objectives.

Position 2: Senior Project Manager - George Street Revitalization (GSR)

Project Overview

The Corporate Real Estate Management (CREM) Project Management Office is delivering the George Street Revitalization (GSR) Project, a major city-building initiative that will create an integrated campus featuring long-term care, supportive and affordable housing, emergency shelter services, and community space in downtown Toronto. The Senior Project Manager (SPM) works closely with service providers, City vendors, and stakeholders to oversee the planning, design, and construction of this complex, multi-phased project while ensuring project objectives related to scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk are achieved.

Major Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement project plans, policies, and procedures
  • Manage multidisciplinary teams of consultants and contractors
  • Coordinate all project documentation and communications
  • Provide technical expertise and control scope, schedule, and budget
  • Represent the City at meetings, committees, and consultations
  • Supervise construction activities ensuring compliance with legislation and standards
  • Develop and manage project budgets and cost control processes
  • Resolve construction issues, delay claims, disputes, and litigation matters
  • Obtain approvals from regulatory and government agencies
  • Prepare procurement documents, evaluate tenders, and support contract awards
  • Prepare reports, briefing notes, business cases, and financial analyses
  • Monitor schedules, financial data, and capital variance reporting
  • Develop GANTT schedules and provide progress updates
  • Coordinate with internal divisions for capital planning and implementation
  • Manage warranties and project tracking systems


Key Qualifications & Experience
  1. Degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or equivalent experience
  2. Extensive experience managing complete full life cycle large-scale construction projects (greenfield and brownfield)
  3. Strong expertise in planning, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management
  4. Experience managing multi-million-dollar public sector capital projects
  5. Knowledge of applicable Ontario codes and legislation (OBC, OHSA, AODA, etc.)
  6. Extensive ability to manage multiple stakeholders and complex consultant teams
  7. Strong analytical, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
  8. Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications
  9. Experience with cost estimating and lifecycle costing (asset)
  10. Advanced MS Project and Excel skills
  11. PMP, PMI-CP, or LEED certification considered an asset
  12. Valid Ontario Class G driver's licence required


Additional Information

Hybrid work model (3 days in office per week where the site office would be considered as one of the three days). Candidates may be required to complete an in-person (2) hour pre-qualification test at the office location noted in the base position. A qualified list may be established for future vacancies and be kept on a qualified list for 12 months. Temporary placements require internal approval.

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