Project Manager, Education
About The Position
NORR is an employee-owned global architecture and engineering firm. Our multi-disciplinary team of 750 professionals is active in 12 market sectors across Canada, the US, UK and UAE. Design thinking is a cornerstone of our purpose as it has for more than 85 years. We push the boundaries of what is possible to support people and the planet. Our hybrid environment lets you choose where you want to work – at the office, at home, or in a remote location, staying connected to your team through collaboration and design technology platforms. School design strategies must take a holistic view of creating more flexible, connected, sustainable and inclusive learning environments. From primary schools to higher education institutions, we design to support an exceptional user experience for students, faculty and staff to realize positive learning outcomes. Creating a stimulating environment can directly impact the development and pace of learning for students of any age. We understand how inclusive classrooms, advancing technologies and evolving student expectations influence educational facilities design. We are currently seeking a Project Manager to plan and manage projects to ensure that all contractual commitments are met on time and within budget. As a Project Manager, you will use your interpersonal and leadership skills and must have an understanding of project financials to determine the necessary resources required for successful project execution. In addition, you will provide leadership to a multi-disciplined team, monitor project performance, and forecast revenue.
Requirements
- Architectural or engineering systems design and presentation, M&E and structural building systems, permit and building code
- Experience in strategic development, business development, project management, and client management is required
- Possess excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, flexibility, and resourcefulness
- A strong understanding of project accounting is required in order to monitor project performance and forecast revenue
- 5-10 years of project work experience
- Experience in education projects
Nice To Haves
- Registered with a relevant professional association is an asset
Responsibilities
- Negotiate, develop, monitor, and control the scope of deliverables, work plans, schedules, and budgets for all project stages
- Develop a detailed work plan for all architectural and engineering disciplines, allocate hours to the work plan, and monitor project progress
- Lead an integrated team of architects and engineers in the quality assurance and quality control procedures for all deliverables, specifically the construction drawings and specifications
- Maintain a good understanding of the project scope and when changes to the scope occur, negotiate solutions to ensure outcomes meet client expectations and contractual obligations
- Coordinate with contractor, sub-consultants, or relevant building authorities to address and document issues with constructability or owner concerns
- Act as the primary liaison with the client, contractor, and project team and ensure close client relationships are maintained
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
