Who We Are
We are a well-established architectural firm of 25 years with offices in Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia, and Florida primarily working in the hospitality, retail, commercial and entertainment sectors. Some of our clients include, Tim Hortons, Lululemon, TJX, McDonalds, LEGO, and Disney!
The Role
We are seeking an experienced project manager whose role will focus on guiding project teams through all phases of the project, providing mentoring to staff on the development of excellent technical modelling and detailing skills and the application of local building code and zoning ordinances. You will also be responsible for client communications, contract documentation, project scheduling, team leadership, building design, revenue projections and construction administration.
Some of the Things You'll Work On
- Program Management: Involved with multiple projects, the PM will support program management. This person will provide a big-picture perspective to manage projects to ensure they are in line with strategic business objectives.
- Goal Setting and Project Planning: The PM will work with stakeholders to set project goals and objectives. They will also be charged with identifying and procuring necessary resources, estimating project budgets, setting project scopes and schedules, and wrapping all that information into project plans.
- Mentoring and coaching: The PM will provide leadership by building project teams and motivating them to hit project milestones. They will participate in building and training the project team to expand their capabilities by establishing best practices, policies, PM methodologies, quality assurance and control, tools, and templates.
- Hiring & Training: The PM will identify personnel needs for project requirements in the process of developing project plans, they occasionally help HR identify and interview qualified project team candidates. The PM will be involved in the onboarding process and other essential project training.
- Project Tracking & Evaluation: The PM will monitor, manage, and evaluate the project. They will monitor, track, and control outcomes, facilitating project team meetings along the way to ensure performance, progress, and to address problems that arise. The senior PM will be involved in issues that arise, such as delays in resource procurement, sudden personnel shifts, or interpersonal conflicts. When problems emerge, the senior PM will help with resolution.
- Communications and Coordination: The role of the PM is cross-functional, meaning they will not only work with multiple project teams and project managers but other professionals in the organization as well. Given the cross-functional nature of your role and your bird’s eye view over several projects, the PM will often develop and execute a communication strategy for all project stakeholders. The PM will report to external clients and/or organizational leadership regarding project status, progress, metrics, risks, test results, and deployment activities. The PM will also provide feedback, advice, and encouragement to the project manager and team members during project execution.
- PM Consultant and Resource Person: The PM is a source of authority and advice for their teams. Members of the team will seek their recommendations for best practices and tools to increase efficiency, boost productivity, and achieve project and business goals.
You’ll Need to Have
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture and/or equivalent
- Minimum 7 years of industry experience; specifically retail, commercial with prior management experience in all phases of projects
- AutoCAD and REVIT skills
- Excellent Leadership skills
What We Offer
K Paul Architect Inc will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with both remote and hybrid work options.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds, and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we will help you reach yours.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Work from home
Flexible Language Requirement:
Schedule:
Application question(s):
- Do you have a Diploma in Architectural Technology or a Bachelor's in Architecture?
Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (required)
Experience:
- Architectural Project Management (Commercial/ Retail): 5 years (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oakville, ON L6J 7Y8