Job Description
PROJECT MANAGER ABOUT DEVRON Devron was founded with the purpose of making a positive difference in our industry and on the development of our city. This starts with a passion to build homes and spaces that enhance each of the unique neighbourhoods we build in. We invest significant time, energy, and resources to create excellent buildings that will be high-performing and comfortable homes for many generations. We are not afraid to look at things differently and to go against industry norms. Doing this is not easy, but we are an entrepreneurial-minded and close-knit team, aligned on this purpose, and we find working towards this cause highly fulfilling. If this purpose and the challenge that comes with it sounds exciting to you, please read further.Highlights of projects:5 active projects under development, ranging from 9 storey mid-rises to 40 storey towers.1,300+ homes under development, with a value of $1.4B+Many project awards, including ‘Best Mid-Rise Building Design’, ‘Best Suite Design’, ‘People’s Choice Project of the Year High Rise’ from BILD and OHBA. ABOUT OUR CULTUREOur culture and who we are as a company is the group of people whom we have carefully and thoughtfully brought together. We have been very disciplined in our approach in building this team; before assessing capabilities, anyone joining our team must first and foremost be great human beings who care about their team and others they impact. There is no place for egos at Devron. As result our culture is one of entrepreneurial spirited people working passionately towards a collective purpose. We have worked very hard as a team to build and protect this culture, and we believe this amazing group of people is our biggest competitive advantage.Our core purpose is: “To positively impact people’s lives and experiences through the creation of spaces” Our core values are:Act with EmpathyDo The Right ThingChallenge ConventionAct with a Sense of OwnershipAsk WhyPractice Radical CandorHighlight of some of the benefits we provide:Unlimited vacation policyFull group benefits, 100% coveredDevron’s incredible culture was validated and quantified by Great Place Canada with scores of 90% or higher in all key dimensions; Credibility, Respect, Fairness, Pride and Camaraderie. Also, 100% of employees declared Devron a great place to work. Resulting in Devron becoming Great Place to Work Certified and included on the 2023 list of Canada’s Best Workplaces in Real Estate and Property Development.POSITION SUMMARY Devron is seeking a Project Manager to join our team. Reporting to the Director of Construction, the Project Manager plays a critical role in bringing the design of a project to reality by managing all aspects of construction and coordinating with the Sales & Marketing, Development, and Customer Care teams. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the construction process, supporting and reporting to the Director of Construction, and providing mentorship to the Assistant Project Manager. You will be empowered and encouraged to go above and beyond, and to ensure that the highest standards of building performance are met.RESPONSIBILITIES Manage and challenge consultants and oversee the coordination of all design stagesReview consultant scopes of work and provide feedback to the development teamLead and manage relationships with trade contractorsPrice out potential homeowner upgrades and understand the risk and schedule impact for the team to assess and make decisions on upgrade offeringsCreate a detailed schedule using Microsoft Project and update it weeklyCreate a detailed budget based on historical data, cost consultant budget, and trade contractor inputSeek VE opportunities and present them to the teamManage all city construction permits from demo to full building permitCreate a detailed GC/Div. 1 budget/monthly projectionPrepare monthly and weekly progress reportsReview and approve progress payments and invoicesIdentify potential risks and methods to manage themLead the procurement processManage, monitor, and present GC cost projections and update the projections monthlyAssist the Site Superintendent with site managementManage all City and Tarion occupancy datesCreate plans with the help of the Site Superintendent and contractors to get back on schedule if neededCreate site logistics plans with assistance from the Site SuperintendentAudit site safety documents to ensure complianceManage trade and consultant extras and creditsManage and mentor the Project Management teamManage and challenge the Site SuperintendentChallenge other departments (Development, Sales & Marketing, Customer Care, etc.) while remaining empathetic to their views and motivesKeep all parties informed of potential issues/opportunities and safety incidentsResponsible for performance of the PM team; mentoring, motivating, creating PIP when needed, and flagging issues and acting upon themQUALIFICATIONS 5-7 years experience in the real estate construction industry, with a minimum of 2 years experience as a Project Manager on high-rise residential construction projectsA university or college degree in a related field of engineering, construction management, or architectureOrganizational and planning skills; ability to manage high volumes of detailAbility to approach all situations with empathy and understanding, and a commitment to conflict resolutionExperience and comfortability using Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and ExcelEnergized by our mission of making a positive difference in our industry and in the development of our cityHigh emotional intelligenceTeam-first mindsetExcellent communication skillsTakes accountability for and pride in their workWorks to continually improve themselves and their teamWe would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.Devron Developments is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are pleased to offer accommodations or support throughout the recruitment process for those who may require it.