SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER CS

City of Toronto • Toronto, ON

11d • CA$105,241 - CA$160,649 • Hybrid

About The Position

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. There are two specific positions: Position 1 focuses on the redevelopment of a new 13-storey facility for Seniors Services and Long-Term Care at 4610 Finch Avenue East in Scarborough, involving a complex brownfield redevelopment. Position 2 focuses on the George Street Revitalization (GSR) Project, a major city-building initiative in downtown Toronto that will create an integrated campus featuring long-term care, supportive and affordable housing, emergency shelter services, and community space. Both roles require close collaboration with service providers, City vendors, and stakeholders to deliver projects in accordance with approved scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk objectives.

Requirements

• Degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or equivalent experience
• Extensive experience managing complete full life cycle large-scale construction projects (greenfield and brownfield)
• Strong expertise in planning, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management
• Experience managing multi-million-dollar public sector capital projects
• Knowledge of applicable Ontario codes and legislation (OBC, OHSA, AODA, etc.)
• Extensive ability to manage multiple stakeholders and complex consultant teams
• Strong analytical, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Advanced MS Project and Excel skills
• Valid Ontario Class G driver’s licence required

Nice To Haves

• Experience with cost estimating and lifecycle costing (asset)
• PMP, PMI-CP, or LEED certification considered an asset

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

Benefits

• 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.
• The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve.
• The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization.
• We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
• Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.
• Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree