Job Description
Welcome to Kasian, where almost 40 years of design excellence has sparked a passion for transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary experiences. Our passion is strengthening connections between people and places by creating built environments that inspire and improve lives. With offices across Canada, we leverage the experience of our 250+ Kasian team members to deliver innovative and unique design solutions in multiple market sectors: commercial, workplace, healthcare, senior living, industrial, transportation, post-secondary and other public opportunities.The OpportunityWe are seeking a motivated and passionate Senior Project Manager to complement our Vancouver office, where we are involved in exciting work across a range of building types including commercial, mixed-use, retail, industrial, hospitality, public buildings, and healthcare. You will be responsible for planning and managing the provision of project delivery services for mid ($100M construction cost)to large-scale ($500M construction cost and beyond) projects. The objectives of this role are to represent Kasian in a professional manner; manage client relationships, interests, and goals; and ensure the quality and fiscal success of Kasian projects. Individuals in this role are expected to actively mentor other project managers. Healthcare experience is essential.Here’s what you’ll be doing at Kasian:PlanRespond to RFPs and EOIs Prepare fee agreements and design contracts Develop project criteria, scope of services, detailed work plans, drawing lists, schedules, and resource (staff, technical, budget) requirements over the project lifecycle in alignment with Kasian processes and standards of quality and client requirements Plan project team utilization including the projection of workload requirements to facilitate the proper allocation of firm-wide resourcesDeliver Allocate assigned tasks, maintain and communicate the project work plan and requirements to the team, and manage completion and quality of tasks to ensure successful project deliveryLead, motivate, and manage the project team to produce successful design and construction documentation and ensure appropriate team member utilization and growth potentialEnsure coordination of consultant documentation for project criteria, client program, drawings, and specifications Actively manage project design fee budgets and costs to ensure project profitability and prepare reports Negotiate fees for additional services with clients as required; invoice on schedule and collect on overdue accounts Approve and control all time spent on projects, expenses, and consultant invoicesTake responsibility for the “Risk Management” of the project for KasianEnsure detailed Zoning, Development By-Law and Building Code review/ analysis are prepared, distributed, and filedMonitor and support on-site contract administration requirements including completion of professional responsibilities such as deficiency reports, required site reviews, certificates of payment, and letters of assuranceEnsure proper project records are developed and maintainedCoordinate with applicable authorities having jurisdiction during all phases of the projectChair design and production meetingsMentor staff in project management Build and manage client relationships through dedicated communication and project leadershipReviewAdvise the Project Director immediately of any project performance issues and work to proactively resolve problems through ongoing review of project quality, and monitoring of design fee budget and project scheduleReview and monitor project delivery, scope, and fees and initiate corrective action as required Ensure that competent peer reviews are conducted at project milestonesEnsure completion of project scope and identify any changes to client and Project DirectorLead project wrap-up discussion and ensure the knowledge gained on the project is shared with the Project Delivery Group and DirectorsWhat you bring to Kasian:Degree or Diploma in Architecture, Architectural Technology, or Interior Design Licensed with a provincial regulatory body preferred with the ability to seal and sign all instruments of services,Familiarity with Design-Built and other alternate project delivery methods,Minimum of 8 years of project management experience in a related field such as Architecture or Interior Design, healthcare planning knowledge is essential,Familiarity with the various BC healthcare authorities' working methodology is an asset,Permit application knowledge,Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit is considered an assetExperience with project management software and an understanding of project delivery software, MS Project is considered an asset Experience managing projects to meet aggressive schedules Exceptional communication, interpersonal, teamwork, and leadership skills Capable and willing to mentor Excellent organization and time management skills including the ability to multitask and prioritizeSalary starts at $87,000 + per annum, based on a 40-hour work week. Actual compensation is subject to variations due to education, experience, and skill set.This opportunity is an exceptional career fit for a candidate with long-term ambitions to contribute to one of Canada’s top integrated practices. If you are looking to be part of a progressive environment and deliver innovative projects, we’d like to hear from you. Please feel free to send your resume directly to elena.cowan@kasian.com