The Project Manager will lead the planning, execution, financial performance, and successful delivery of high-rise residential construction projects in the Kitchener-Waterloo region. This role oversees contracts, procurement, scheduling, risk management, stakeholder relationships, and team leadership to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Client Details
Our client is a well-established and growing construction management firm with a strong reputation for delivering complex high-rise residential and mixed-use developments across Ontario. Recognized for its commitment to quality, collaboration, and operational excellence, the organization has built a robust project portfolio and continues to expand its presence in key urban markets.
Description
- Lead the successful delivery of large-scale high-rise residential construction projects from pre-construction through completion.
- Oversee project planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and risk management activities.
- Manage project financial performance including forecasting, cost control, and change management.
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure project objectives are achieved.
- Monitor project progress, quality standards, safety requirements, and contractual obligations.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to project teams while promoting collaboration and accountability.
- Manage project documentation, reporting, meetings, and project closeout activities.
- Resolve project challenges and escalated issues while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicants
Profile
- Post secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline.
- 8+ years of project management experience within high-rise residential or mixed-use construction.
- Proven track record delivering complex construction projects on time and within budget.
- Strong knowledge of project scheduling, cost control, procurement, contract administration, and risk management.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing multidisciplinary project teams.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Professional designations such as PMP, Gold Seal, or related certifications are considered an asset.
Job Offer
- Competitive compensation with an estimated salary range of $140,000-$170,000 annually.
- Comprehensive benefits including health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, vacation, and wellness programmes.
- Professional development opportunities.
If this role aligns with your experience, we encourage you to apply.
This role may use AI‑assisted tools to support initial screening. All assessments and decisions are made by a human reviewer.
Desired Skills and Experience
The Project Manager will lead the planning, execution, financial performance, and successful delivery of high-rise residential construction projects in the Kitchener-Waterloo region. This role oversees contracts, procurement, scheduling, risk management, stakeholder relationships, and team leadership to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicants
