Proven track record in tenant improvement (TI) projects across retail, commercial, and restaurant sectors
Comprehensive understanding of the full project cycle including budgeting, scheduling, and reporting
Relevant third-level qualification in construction management or related field
Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams and subcontractors
Responsibilities
Lead tenant improvement projects from pre-construction to final handover
Manage multiple commercial TI projects simultaneously
Oversee project budgets, cost forecasting, and financial reporting
Coordinate subcontractors, consultants, and site teams for efficient delivery
Review construction documents to identify risks and opportunities
Develop and maintain project schedules, implementing corrective measures as needed
Manage client relationships and provide regular project updates
Benefits
Mileage reimbursement
Health and dental benefits
Three weeks of vacation
Full Job Description
Our client who are a leading General Contractor are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their team in Surrey. About The Opportunity You will be running a portfolio of TI projects from beginning until completion with projects valued up to $20m. You will have one Project Coordinator and three Superintendents reporting directly to you.
This opportunity is available to candidates based in Surrey, Langley, Burnaby, New Westminster, Abbotsford, Coquitlam, Chilliwack, Vancouver, Delta, and Richmond. About The Position
Lead tenant improvement projects from pre-construction and planning through to execution, commissioning, and final handover, ensuring delivery on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards.
Manage multiple commercial TI projects concurrently, including office fit-outs, retail spaces, restaurants, and commercial renovations.
Oversee project budgets, cost forecasting, cash flow, change orders, and financial reporting to maintain profitability and control project costs.
Coordinate and manage subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, and site teams to ensure efficient project delivery and clear communication across all stakeholders.
Review construction drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and contract documents to identify potential risks, scope gaps, and opportunities for value engineering.
Develop and maintain project schedules, monitor progress, and implement corrective measures to address delays and changing project requirements.
Manage client relationships, leading project meetings, providing regular progress updates, and ensuring expectations are met throughout the project lifecycle.
Ensure compliance with building codes, health and safety regulations, quality standards, and applicable permitting requirements.
Identify and resolve construction issues, design conflicts, and site challenges while maintaining project timelines and minimizing disruption to building occupants where applicable.
Oversee project closeout, including deficiencies, inspections, commissioning, as-built documentation, warranties, and final turnover to clients.
The Requirements
10+ years' experience in a Project Manager position.
TI project experience in retail, commercial, shopping malls, restaurants and offices.
Owns the full project cycle: budgets and forecasts, POs to trades, scheduling, consultant coordination and reporting.
