Senior Project Manager - Temporary

Location

Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1

Division:
Physical Resources

2570

Campus Planning Design and Development

Temporary full-time from 07/05/2026 to 07/05/2030

Current employees must apply on the internal Career Page.

Senior Project Manager is an industry expert responsible for the delivery of large capital projects typically exceeding $25M in construction value and/or a portfolio of projects exceeding $75M in cumulative construction value. The Senior Project Manager typically manages a higher volume of projects when considering number of projects, project complexity and project portfolio value. They are fully responsible to independently manage more complex multi-disciplinary projects of a larger size and higher risk to the University.

Under the supervision of the Associate Director, Capital Development, this position is responsible for the management and delivery of project management and construction coordination services to meet the technical and operational requirements of the Campus Planning, Design and Development (CPD&D) Department. The Senior Project Manager has overarching responsibility for contract accordance, quality assurance, budget control, schedule control, code compliance, safe and non-disruptive implementation of assigned projects.

The role involves consolidating the needs of the client, multiple stakeholder groups, and the University in an expeditious and cost-effective manner, complying with all applicable University, City and government policies, procedures, regulations and guidelines. The position prepares procurement documentation and manages subsequent contracts for consultants, contractors and other service providers. Additionally, the role may lead internal resources including design staff, Construction Coordinators and administrative staff on large and complex projects.

The breadth and scope of this position is extensive as it encompasses leading professional teams on mission critical projects from inception and pre-design through the design and construction phases to substantial performance, close‑out and warranty.

The position also involves capital planning and design reviews for new buildings, major additions, or renovation projects by analyzing various project management options for new projects and renovations including campus infrastructure projects. Projects must blend in technically and architecturally with the other 150 plus campus buildings totalling 7.1M square feet.

The Senior Project Manager will be technically knowledgeable with a highly acute understanding of the interrelationships between the architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical disciplines. They will possess a minimum of 7 years of experience managing projects greater than $25M if they are a licensed Architect or Engineer or 12 years if unlicensed. They will possess a college diploma or university degree in an architectural or engineering program with a facilities, building‑design and/or construction focus.

Ideally, they will hold a professional designation such as a CET, OAA or a P.Eng. license. The Senior Project Manager provides expert advice on project approach and/or work scope sequencing, acting as a technical advisor and subject matter expert frequently consulted by peers for direction and advice on solving complicated problems.

Employee Type:
Temporary
Position Number:
Classification: P&M FT
- Band 07
Professional/Managerial Salary Bands:
The target hiring salary for this position is minimum and up to 96% of midpoint for the salary grade.

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Posting Date: 06/12/2026
Closing Date: 06/26/2026