The buildings that make up the landscape of our daily lives seem like permanent fixtures, fastened to a time and place. But what if that didn’t have to be true? What if our built environment — where we live, learn, play, and conduct business — carried us forward instead?

Our Buildings practice keeps people at its heart, recognizing that our shared journey forward is shaped by the meaningful and responsive places we design. From iconic designs to monumental groundbreakings, join us to bring transformational building solutions to life. Every day we apply our expertise, creativity, and passion to propel communities into the future—join us! 

Your Opportunity

Our Toronto architectural team is a key contributor to our diverse portfolio at Stantec.  Our Toronto office is seeking a Project Manager to join our multidisciplinary team. You will join a team of professionals in the design and construction of large-scale projects in all phases from pre-design, design, construction and occupancy.  

Your Key Responsibilities Liaise with clients to maintain existing and build new client relationships Participate in marketing and business development activities including preparation of proposals Negotiate and execute client-consultant and subconsultant agreements Prepare detailed project plans, work breakdown structures and schedules  Manage all stages of projects including pre-design phase (master planning, feasibility studies, functional programming), schematic design, design development, construction documents, tendering, services during construction, commissioning and project close-out Manage multi-disciplinary design teams and sub-consultants for large, complex healthcare projects with a variety of project delivery methods Understand and manage complex stakeholder requirements with internal and external partners Identify and manage project risks Manage project documentation Complete health and safety documentation and monitor project team compliance Be responsible for delivery of projects on time, on budget, and within scope Provide project financial controls, reporting to the project management lead and senior leadership  Review and approve all invoices and change orders associated with the project Obtain client approvals for changes to project scope of services and schedule  Implement Stantec’s quality control and quality assurance program for project designs and deliverables Evaluate, advise on and assist in resolving disputes and claims Close project financials and close project files Report to a senior project manager within the broader Toronto studio Your Capabilities and Credentials Experience managing and motivating integrated, multi-discipline design teams in multiple locations for delivery of small, simple and large, complex projects across a number of sectors including healthcare, civic, transit, aviation, and education, including design-bid-build and alternate project delivery such as design-build, integrated project delivery, and P3 Experience using project management and collaborative tools for effectively delivering projects Knowledge of commercial and contractual issues Understanding of effective management of scope, schedule and quality of projects Highly effective interpersonal communication and negotiation skills and people management ability with clients, staff, and colleagues Strong leadership skills Demonstrated knowledge of, and support of mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and a code of ethical behavior Ability to multitask management, project management and business development Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to prepare and deliver presentations for and lead clinical user group meetings Strong leadership and team management skills, including the ability to prioritize work for others, meet deadlines, adhere to work schedules, fees and provide high quality work product

Preferred Skills and Knowledge

Experience in Alternate Finance Project (AFP – P3) delivery methodology, be it in PDC or Proponent role, considered an asset, as well as Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) experience Ability to travel out of town for multiple days, and possess a valid driver’s license Requires understanding of Microsoft Office Suite Prefer experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Newforma Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED strongly desired Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or Architecture with at least five (5) years’ experience in designing or delivering building projects, preferably including healthcare buildings, and leadership. PMP certification preferred Registration or ability to register as an Engineer or Architect in Ontario is an asset. Experience managing at least one design project with minimum consulting fees of $1M and five design projects with minimum consulting fees of $250K.

Typical hybrid office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

 

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