Assistant Project Manager

Overview

Colliers Project Leaders is a team committed to projects that make a difference in communities and for the people who live there.

We deliver capital project solutions that strengthen the built environment, partnering with our clients to bring critical infrastructure and complex building projects to life.

We’ve led over 20,000+ projects that:

• Make cities more livable
• Enhance workplaces
• Create spaces people want to return to
• Improve patient care
• Deliver clean drinking water
• Build a sustainable future

And so much more.

This is where you come in. We’re looking for people to join our team who are passionate about creating more sustainable, resilient and inclusive communities.

If this kind of work resonates with you, you’re in the right place.

Your Role

Join our team as an Assistant Project Manager with the British Columbia Team in Vancouver!

Our Assistant Project Managers get the opportunity work with the best in the industry and to develop their skills on a diverse range of projects that vary in scope and complexity with the British Columbia business unit.

To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate experience supporting projects varying in scope and complexity with depth in building and facilities project in healthcare, education and commercial mixed-use environments.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced project managers to learn the keys to client satisfaction and successful project delivery
• Provide project support to the Project Manager(s) including schedule updates, progress reports and preparation of tender and contract documents
• Engage in on-site organization of contractors and consultants
• Attend project and site meetings to capture action items
• Provide a communication path between the Project Manager(s) and contractors, consultants and suppliers
• Provide relief support on other projects when available to do so
• Ensure that project activities are conducted in accordance with Colliers Project Leaders Quality Management System

Qualifications

• A university degree or diploma in engineering, architecture or construction management (or an equivalent combination of academic and practical experience)
• A minimum of 1 - 3 years of project coordination experience managing projects of varying size and scope in a range of sectors including, healthcare, education and municipal/provincial
• E.I.T preferred 
• Actively working towards obtaining the Project Management Professional Designation (PMP)  through the Project Management Institute.
• Previous exposure to consultant and design management, construction contract administration and project financial an asset
• An understanding of project delivery models, including design-build, construction management, design-bid-build
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• A results-oriented approach with the ability to take responsibility
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize competing tasks to meet tight deadlines
• Strong computer skills, including a working knowledge of scheduling (MS Project), word processing (Word) and spreadsheet (Excel) software applications

Don’t have every single qualification?

We know that some people are less likely to apply for a job unless they are a perfect match. At Colliers Project Leaders, we’re not looking for “perfect matches.” We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.  So, if you’re excited about this role but don’t have every single qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. Whether it’s this role or another one, you may be just the right candidate.

What you can expect:

• An opportunity to truly impact our communities
• A flexible work environment
• A comprehensive onboarding experience
• Significant professional development, training, and a mentorship program
• A paid volunteer day
• An environment where people feel welcome, heard and included, regardless of their differences
• And much more!

Join our team of difference-makers and help shape the growth of dynamic communities!

Approximate Base Salary Range: $58,965 - $74,574. 

This base salary range represents our good faith estimate at the time of posting and is based on market benchmarks and internal equity. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications, and regional consideration. For most new hires, base salary falls between the minimum and the midpoint of the range. While offers above the midpoint are uncommon, they may be considered in exceptional circumstances. This approach helps ensure there is room for future salary growth within the role. In addition to base salary, the total rewards package may include annual bonus opportunities, employer RRSP contributions, comprehensive group benefits, including a Health Care Spending Account, and other benefits.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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Disclaimer

Colliers Project Leaders is part of Colliers (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI), a leading diversified professional services and investment management company, with more than 17,000 professional operating in 63 countries.

Colliers Project Leaders is an equal opportunity employer and celebrates diversity in its workforce. Colliers encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please advise the assigned Talent Acquisition Business Partner.

Colliers Project Leaders standard recruitment process requires applicants to be subjected to formal background and reference checks prior to their hiring.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use:

We may use technology tools to assist in screening applications for keywords or qualifications. However, final selection decisions are made by our hiring team through human review and interviews.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.