Architectural Designer Project Manager Jobs in Alberta

Position Overview 

Sarina Homes is seeking a highly experienced Project Manager 1 to lead multifamily and mixed-use developments from pre-construction through completion and turnover. 

This role is responsible for managing budgets, schedules, consultants, contracts, permitting, and construction execution, while ensuring projects meet design intent, financial targets, and regulatory requirements. The Project Manager 1 will play a key leadership role within the organization and act as the primary interface between ownership, consultants, contractors, and municipal authorities. 

Key Responsibilities 

1. Development & Pre-Construction 

• Lead projects through feasibility, design development, and pre-construction phases 

• Coordinate architects, engineers, planners, and consultants 

• Manage development permit (DP) and building permit (BP) submissions with the City of Calgary 

• Review drawings for constructability, value engineering, and cost optimization 

• Lead estimating efforts and prepare Class D through Class A budgets 

• Prepare detailed cash flow projections and capital deployment schedules 

• Conduct trade scoping, tendering, and bid evaluations 

2. Construction Management 

• Oversee construction execution from excavation through occupancy 

• Administer construction contracts (CCDC and stipulated sum contracts) 

• Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and site instructions 

• Ensure adherence to schedule milestones and critical path management 

• Monitor cost controls and forecast monthly project financial performance 

• Maintain builder's risk compliance and risk mitigation protocols 

• Coordinate site teams, consultants, and trade partners 

3. Financial & Contract Oversight 

• Maintain strict budget control and cost reporting 

• Monitor project contingencies and cash flow schedules 

• Review progress draws and lender reporting packages 

• Negotiate and administer construction and consultant contracts 

• Lead procurement strategies and major trade buyouts 

4. Design & Technical Oversight 

• Review and coordinate architectural and engineering drawings 

• Utilize 3D design software to review models and resolve conflicts 

• Perform design coordination using: 

• Bluebeam 

• Revit 

• AutoCAD 

• Utilize Adobe Photoshop for presentation materials, marketing visuals, and design refinement 

• Support sales and marketing teams with rendering and visualization coordination 

5. Leadership & Communication 

• Act as primary project lead representing ownership 

• Provide executive reporting to senior leadership 

• Foster collaboration across development, construction, sales, and finance teams 

• Mentor Project Managers, Coordinators, and site staff 

• Maintain clear and professional written and verbal communication 

Requirements

Qualifications 

• Minimum 10 years of experience in estimating, drawing design, and construction management 

• Master's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Real Estate Development, or related field 

• Proven experience in both residential and commercial development projects 

• Direct experience managing development and building permit processes with the City of Calgary 

• Strong experience in: 

• Budget control 

• Cost forecasting 

• Cash flow scheduling 

• Construction financial reporting 

• Extensive experience using: 

• Bluebeam 

• Revit 

• AutoCAD 

• Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and design visualization tools 

• Demonstrated pre-construction leadership experience 

• Strong experience administering construction contracts (CCDC preferred) 

• Clear, confident written and verbal communicator 

• Strong team player with leadership presence 

• Experienced building construction schedule's for projects in excess ($50M) 

Core Competencies 

• Strategic project planning 

• Financial discipline and accountability 

• Risk management 

• Design integration and constructability review 

• Negotiation and contract administration 

• Team leadership and collaboration 

• High attention to detail 

Role Requirements 

• This is not a remote position. The Project Manager is required to work full-time in-office and on-site at active project locations. 

• Regular presence at construction sites is mandatory to oversee execution, coordinate trades, and manage project performance. 

• The candidate must be currently located in Calgary, Alberta, or willing to relocate prior to commencement of employment. 

• Must be available to respond to time-sensitive project matters outside standard business hours when required. 

Benefits

What We Offer 

• Opportunity to lead high-profile multifamily developments in Calgary 

• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture 

• Competitive compensation package 

• Long-term growth opportunity within a growing development platform