PROJECT MANAGER, MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL

 

THE ROLE

We’re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Project Manager to lead construction projects from start to finish. In this role, you’ll manage budgets, schedules, and quality control, issue progress invoices, and provide regular client updates. You’ll collaborate with Superintendents and Project Coordinators to address risks and opportunities, negotiate change orders, and mentor team members to ensure timely, high-quality deliverables.

You’ll drive progress through effective leadership in project meetings, foster strong client relationships, and prioritize health, safety, and continuous improvement. Additionally, you’ll lead post-project evaluations to share insights and enhance processes. If you’re passionate about delivering excellence and growing with a dynamic team, this role is for you!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Here’s what you’ll get up to as the Project Manager:

  • Creates and issues monthly project progress invoices

  • Ensures projects are being built to the highest level of quality and in compliance with drawings, specifications and regulatory requirements

  • Provides project budget updates to clients as required or requested

  • Develops construction schedule with the Superintendents; monitors progress against it.

  • Works with the Superintendents and Project Coordinators to identify and manage opportunities and develops and implements strategies to mitigate project risks.

  • Chairs meetings with internal and external project teams/partners

  • Manages the change order pricing process and negotiations with clients, consultants and subcontractors

  • Manages the subcontractor tendering, award and procurement process

  • Effectively manages time and prioritizes action items

  • Effectively communicates with internal team members to meet project goals

  • Leads project post mortem meetings with clients and consultants to gather feedback and establish Lessons Learned

  • Financially closes out projects with clients and subcontractors.

  • Oversees and mentors Project Coordinators and ensures deliverables and deadlines are being met

  • Involved in the onboarding and training of Project Coordinators

  • Creates and maintains long-term relationships with internal and external project team members and partners

  • Prioritizes creative thinking and continuous improvement of project management tasks

  • Promotes a culture of health and safety by taking an active role in implementing the Occupational Health & Safety Manual

  • Participates in site safety inspections, orientations and toolbox talks

  • Oversees and manages Quality Plan with Superintendent and Project Coordinator


WHO YOU ARE

If we were to ask, people would describe you as:

  • A self-starter able to prioritize effectively; works well either independently or in a group.

  • A person of integrity, accountability, teamwork, innovation who’s committed to growth.

  • Motivated to find a solution when confronted by a problem - no matter the size.

  • One who seeks ways to do things better; eagerly activates and embraces change.

  • Curious, collaborative, passionate and extremely detail oriented (it’s a passion thing).

  • A thought leader who thinks ahead of the curve and spots trends.

  • A steward of your community; committed to giving back and serving others.

  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment; effectively manages workload to meet deadlines while remaining results oriented and delivering high quality work.


SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

On top of your passion to work in a growing business full of professionals in the trade, here’s what we’re looking for:

  • 5+ years of related Project Management experience; must have previous experience working for a General Contractor 

  • Construction project experience in large commercial builds

  • Comprehensive knowledge of construction documents, drawings, specifications, current construction practices and methodology

  • Technologically adept, comfortable learning and adopting new technologies (Procore, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, CMiC, Google, etc)

  • Proven record of supervising and managing complicated construction projects; ability to take projects from start to finish

  • Strong leadership skills in order to mentor and coach team members

  • Demonstrated negotiation/management skills

  • Ability to plan and manage a project schedule, construction costs and budgets

  • Ability to plan and lead subcontractor procurement

  • Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate with multiple stakeholders, anticipate stakeholder needs, and proactively identify solutions

  • Capable of identifying constructability issues in complex situations and creating solutions in the construction plans and schedules

  • Certificate, Diploma or University Degree an asset


OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

Our priority is our people; creating an environment where our team members, external contractors and even our clients can thrive. Here’s what we offer to make sure every ETRO team member is taken care of:

  • Programs and opportunities to continuously develop personally and professionally; dedicated training and development budgets to help evolve your skills

  • A culture where every individual’s voice is respected, requested, encouraged and heard

  • Recognition programs to celebrate and congratulate excellence in the workplace

  • Mentorship in all directions; team members are encouraged to share their insights with individuals at all levels in the business

  • A team committed to community stewardship and creating opportunities to give back

  • An environment of deep commitment to quality work, and as deep a commitment to celebration amongst team members

  • And yes... full-time work, comprehensive benefits, and competitive pay, too.


A PARTING NOTE

Thank you for considering us as the next team you elevate. If you couldn’t stop nodding as you read this, if your pulse quickened, or if we’ve hit the nail on the head (pardon the pun) for the career opportunity you’re seeking, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, send your resume and a statement that tell us why you’re the one we’re looking for to careers@etroconstruction.com. Please note: we will only respond to emails from candidates we are interested in pursuing further conversation with.

We so look forward to hearing from you.

Salary range

$120,000 - $140,000

** OFFICE MOVE: 2025 **

With more exciting projects taking shape and our team continuing to grow, it’s time for a new space to match our momentum! By late spring/early summer of 2025, ETRO will be moving into a brand-new head office in Vancouver near Hastings and Nanaimo. Currently under construction by our talented team, this state-of-the-art space will feature modern offices and fantastic amenities designed for the ETRO crew.