VP Construction Project Management

Colliers International•Toronto, ON

1d•CA$180,000 - CA$200,000

About The Position

As the VP Construction Project Management, you will lead a team of Project Managers within the Real Estate Management Services (REMS) at Colliers. You will give oversight to all staff and projects across Canada focusing on managing risk, ensuring projects are timely, meeting or exceeding budget and financial expectations, including delivering a targeted profit margin and growing revenues. You will also be directly involved in major projects from an oversight perspective. It is intended that major projects will have a Project Manager running the project, however you will sit in on these projects to ensure that the complexities of the project are fully understood and managed well. You will also focus on optimizing construction processes, mitigating risks, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and driving continuous innovation across projects in support of the property management.

Requirements

Significant leadership experience, including managing multiple project teams and contractors across various asset classes (office, retail, industrial, other).
Expertise in construction project management including scheduling and budgeting, risk mitigation, and contract administration.
Deep knowledge of construction best practices, building codes, regulatory compliance, and safety standards.
Proven track record of successful project delivery, with expertise in cost management, scheduling, and contract negotiation.
Ability to lead and mentor high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability.
Develop short to medium-term plans for the service including budgets, forecasts, staffing levels, technology requirements, key performance indicators
An advisory mindset with an exceptional service orientation.
Able to manage the growth and profitability of the service with the ability to align service delivery with organizational goals, market conditions, and emerging trends.
Able to manage the growth and profitability of the service with the ability to align service delivery with organizational goals, market conditions, and emerging trends.
Master’s degree and / or advanced certifications such as PMP, LEED AP, or equivalent are important.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis.
The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Direct applicants only please, no agencies.

Responsibilities

Ensure processes for project management are consistent across the country accounting for regional differences
Champion new initiatives and work across the organization to assist with consistent implementation in all geographies
Drive the development and execution of the project management strategy, working closely with senior leadership to align construction activities with business goals and market conditions.
Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards, while continuously monitoring and mitigating risks throughout the project lifecycle.
Foster strong professional relationships with key external stakeholders, including contractors, vendors, and project partners, to ensure smooth project execution and successful outcomes.
Respectfully question the status quo to determine if there are new or better solutions to be considered
Develop programs and initiatives on a national scale that are in line with Colliers’ strategies and clients’ objectives
Develop and implement strategies to optimize construction processes, drive operational efficiencies, and reduce project costs without compromising quality.
Ensure the teams are aware of and are in full compliance with all regulatory requirements, including building codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations, across all construction projects.
Provide leadership and mentorship to senior construction managers and teams, fostering a high-performance culture and promoting collaboration and accountability.
Attract, retain, motivate, and inspire a high- performing team to execute on this vision, and create a succession plan to support the company’s future growth.
Demonstrate and act as a role model and influencer of our values and cultural behaviors
Monitor project performance across the country, prepare and present regular reports to senior leadership on the status of ongoing projects, including budget, timeline, risks, and any potential issues.
Position REMS Canada as an industry leader in the national disciplines by participating in industry events, conferences, etc.
Participate in media publications regarding construction and project management
Develop national standards, KPIs, guidance and tools for project management issues to continually ‘raise the bar’ within Project Management
Co-develop and implement the operational plans and tools to carry out our long-term business strategy for the Construction Project Management group
As a technical expert, you support and coach the professional development of practitioners assigned to projects in your portfolio.
Understand market conditions across Canada, and assist in the development of regional plans