Senior Project Manager, Corporate Real Estate

Sun Life U.S. is one of the largest providers of employee and government benefits, helping approximately 50 million Americans access the care and coverage they need. Through employers, industry partners and government programs, Sun Life U.S. offers a portfolio of benefits and services, including dental, vision, disability, absence management, life, supplemental health, medical stop-loss insurance, and healthcare navigation. We have more than 6,400 employees and associates in our partner dental practices and operate nationwide.

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Job Description:

Senior Project Manager, Corporate Real Estate

* Direct and manage project development from beginning to end

* Working with Strategy and Design Team, develops and maintains master project budgets and timelines as required for each project and project phase to ensure implementation of overall project objectives and client needs.

* Define project success criteria

* Coordinate with Strategy and the PMO to ensure a successful handover

Preferred skills

* Managing multiple stakeholder expectations and conflicting priorities.

* Leadership in delivering results in a timely and professional manner.

* Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.

* Management of construction projects and budgets

* Estimating / forecasting skills.

* Problem solving and conflict management skills.

* Strong project management skills.

* Proficient in MS Excel, MS Project, Outlook, Power Point

* Experience dealing with internal and external clients in a service environment.

* Experience in construction including costing and standard practices/techniques.

* Experience in contract administration and a good general knowledge of construction law and building codes

* Strong communication and presentation skills

Qualifications

* 10+ years' experience in leading Corporate construction projects

* BS in Engineering, Architecture or Construction would be an asset

* A Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) and/or Project Management Professional designation (PMP) and/or LEED AP Accreditation would be an asset.

Responsibilities

* Develop and maintain master project budgets and timelines throughout all project phases to meet project objectives and client needs.

* Communicate project expectations and updates clearly and in a timely manner to stakeholders.

* Monitor site construction progress and manage deficiencies through consultants and contractors to ensure high‑quality execution.

* Review drawings and specifications for design issues, impractical details, and potential code violations before sign‑off.

* Manage consulting resources across all project phases from concept to close‑out.

* Identify and manage project dependencies, critical paths, schedules, and milestones using appropriate tools.

* Track milestones and deliverables in Project Management System and ensure adherence to project management best practices and processes.

* Oversee communication flow and documentation control for all project materials with support staff.

* Prepare monthly executive reports highlighting scope changes, timeline impacts, risks, and mitigation plans; deliver reports on time.

* Attend budget reviews with Project Manager and Finance teams and monitor project health, including recovery plans.

* Conduct Lessons Learned sessions and produce recommendations reports.

* Participate in Strategy activities to ensure cohesive delivery model

Salary Range: $99,800 - $149,700

At our company, we are committed to pay transparency and equity. The salary range for this role is competitive nationwide, and we strive to ensure that compensation is fair and equitable. Your actual base salary will be determined based on your unique skills, qualifications, experience, education, and geographic location. In addition to your base salary, this position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive award based on your individual performance as well as the overall performance of the business.

We are dedicated to creating a work environment where everyone is rewarded for their contributions.

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