Project Manager - Building Group

Govan Brown is a national construction firm headquartered in Toronto. Our expertise is in commercial interiors and core & shell construction. Since 1994, we’ve demonstrated excellence through our commitment to exceptional service, quality work and innovation. We provide an environment that engages our people, encourages strong work ethics, fosters growth and development, and supports the communities in which we work. Govan Brown is recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies and one of Canada's Top 40 Contractors.

• Summer hours: Get a head start on your weekends from Victoria Day through Thanksgiving
• Investing in your future: We offer a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 5% match and an Employee Share Purchase Program (ESPP).
• Health & Dental Benefits: Such as prescription drug coverage, medical services, dental and vision as well as a Health Spending Account of $750 (minimum) to use as you like to top up our benefit programs.
• Safety: We prioritize safety at GB, with daily safety activities woven into our operations and safety programming throughout the year. We also offer a $400 Boot Allowance every two years to ensure employees have access to CSA approved safety boots.
• Our Workplace
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  On-site gym, games room, weekly fruit deliveries and free on-site parking.
• Fun Team and Volunteer Events: Enjoy the opportunity to socialize with team members at events and volunteer activities within the community.
• Service and Referral Rewards
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  We appreciate our employees’ commitment to our success and growth through various creative rewards, (including a personalized bobble head for a key milestone!)
• Green Space
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  Enjoy the fresh air and amazing view from our outdoor space, patio and BBQ facilities. And let’s not forget our beloved bees (affectionately known as The GBees).
• Professional Development & Training
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  Expand your knowledge through various internal training programs and support of your professional certification goals.
• Family-Friendly Environment: Our culture extends beyond our employees with family friendly events and we furry friends are welcomed at our office.
• Wellness & Life Balance: Through our Employee Assistance Program we offer wellness tools for employees and their families, as well as a minimum of 3 weeks of vacation.

We’re looking for a driven and detail-oriented Project Manager to join our Building Group team in Toronto
, leading complex renovation, repositioning and ground up ICI projects, ensuring they’re delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality. You’ll collaborate with clients, consultants, and subcontractors, mentor junior project team members, and tackle challenges with a proactive approach. You will ideally have a proven track record managing complex construction projects and a strong eye for detail. A project list must be included on your resume.

• Manage projects to ensure they meet corporate goals for safety, quality, budget, schedule and profitability
• Maintain regular communication with Project team, Site Manager(s), Clients, trades and all other stakeholders for each project to ensure effective coordination of construction activities
• Monitor legal, contractual, and financial aspects of construction projects and develop and implement actions to mitigate potential risks and challenges
• Oversee construction tenders and negotiations; including subcontractor solicitation, through to subcontract buyout and contracting
• Create, monitor and report on project schedules and costs, margins and profitability. Prepare and review all construction cost reports and forecasts looking for early warning signs of potential risk and developing effective plans to overcome/mitigate
• Build and lead a strong project team that delivers profitable projects. Provide effective direction, coaching and support. Directly supervise Project Management Assistants and Administrators. Communicate the project plan including objectives and responsibilities to the project team
• Develop long lasting client relationships by managing client expectations, ensuring construction activities are aligned with customer requirements and identifying opportunities for repeat…