Building Project Manager Jobs in Ottawa, ON (NOW HIRING)

At Perkins&Will, we take a human-centric approach to culture-building and placemaking: People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in the power of design to enhance lives—to make the world a better, more beautiful place. Whether it’s through a workplace, a building, or an entire city, we aim to create joyful experiences that strengthen the spirit of community. Each of us has a critical role to play.  

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our Ottawa studio.

Responsibilities 

• Responsible for leading all phases of the design process with a high level of proficiency and expertise while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design.
• Full responsibility for managing all aspects of projects to ensure efficient execution within scope and budget.
• Manages project teams, fosters collaboration, demonstrates strong and effective communication and direction which inspires high team performance, design ideas, and successful project delivery.
• Leads effort in developing and validating project scope, fee, budget, services during the marketing and contract development process.
• Accountable for complete and timely communication of project information to and from clients and project team.
• Responsible for managing project using the Project Management system; completes work plans, including identification of project team members, budget, consultants, schedule for completion, fees, and costs as well as project change notices or other actions taking place on the assigned project.
• Works with Project Architect and Sr. Project Architect to avoid or eliminate conflicts in schedule due to the changes in various projects.
• Provides on-going communication through team meetings, minutes, and memos to project team.
• Communicates with clients, consultants, contractors, sub-consultants, and other disciplines to ensure effective communication.
• Monitors construction administration during the construction phase.
• Understands and responds to technical implications and design decisions.
• Participates in marketing opportunities and develops successful client relationships for continuing business.
• Controls risk management by monitoring client issues and technical issues in a timely manner to minimize liability.
• Reviews work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
• Coordinates staffing resources with Operations Director.
• Mentors staff.

General proficiencies 

• 8-10 years' experience
• BIM
• Building codes
• Site analysis
• Preliminary design studies
• Contract documents
• Field measurements
• Life safety requirements
• Specifications
• Construction contract administration
• Project kickoff and closeout

Frequently Used Software 

• Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software
• Advanced Revit
• Conceptual modeling tools
• Microsoft Office / Adobe Suite
• Physical modeling tools such as 3D Printing and Laser cutting
• Presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop
• Vision/Deltek
• PMTK

Licensure/Certification/Education 

• LEED GA within 1 year of hire
• Professional Accreditation in one area of Living Design that interests you: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, Passive House Institute Certified Passive House Consultant/Designer CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI Living Future Accreditation
• Architectural license
• Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required

Our Studio

We are steps away from many amenities and also easily accessible by bike, public transportation and car. The studio is open concept and represents our collaborative approach to our work. 

Our package 

• A very competitive benefit package that includes paying for association dues and professional development
• Fitness and transit reimbursement
• Health and dental benefits
• Group RRSP
• RRSP Matching
• Paid parental leave
• Salary range $94,000-$120,000

Qualified and interested candidates should submit a resume, portfolio and cover letter. 

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