Project Assistant Jobs in Waterloo, ON (NOW HIRING)

Colliers Project Leaders is a team committed to projects that make a difference in communities and for the people who live there.

We deliver capital project solutions that strengthen the built environment, partnering with our clients to bring critical infrastructure and complex building projects to life.

We’ve led over 20,000+ projects that:

• Make cities more livable
• Enhance workplaces
• Create spaces people want to return to
• Improve patient care
• Deliver clean drinking water
• Build a sustainable future

And so much more.

This is where you come in. We’re looking for people to join our team who are passionate about creating more sustainable, resilient and inclusive communities.

If this kind of work resonates with you, you’re in the right place.

Your Role

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our OILC team based in Southern Ontario!

Join our team of experts who lead major capital building and infrastructure projects. Working with communities across Ontario, our team is part of bringing meaningful change. Be a trusted advisor to your clients and build strong, lasting relationships with senior leaders. You will bring in-depth knowledge and have led and managed complex projects from start to finish, in alignment with your clients objectives. 

• Develop strong client relationships and act as the client’s single point of contact throughout the project to achieve the client’s strategy and goals.
• Lead programs or work and large capital projects, varying in size and scope.
• Ensure client expectations are met or exceeded on all projects and the client’s best interests are represented with respect to contractual and technical issues.
• Select, organize and influence the performance of multi-disciplined project teams.
• Lead client and project meetings. Manage multiple stakeholders and communication streams.
• Maintain contact with existing and prospective clients and respond to business development and sales opportunities with support from the Business Development Managers, Principals or Vice President.
• Regularly reporting on project status by means of schedule updates, meeting minutes, financial records and other reports.
• Provide oversight and leadership to the change management process, payment certificates and other contract or project related administrative documents.
• Oversee the control of project related documents and deliver all work in accordance with our Quality Management System and procedures.

• 4 - 8 years of project management experience, representing owners in the delivery of building developments.
• A university degree or diploma in engineering, architecture, construction management.
• Project Management Professional designation (PMP).
• Experience working with public sector clients would be an asset.
• Deep knowledge of various design and construction methodologies, project management models and financial management, as well as building codes, contract law and relevant legislation.
• Advanced understanding of Project Management methodologies and experience working in a PMO environment.
• Effective client management and people management skills matched with the ability to effectively influence others and successfully resolve a variety of client and technical issues.
• Detail oriented leader with the ability to work in a process driven environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Strong computer skills, including a working knowledge of scheduling (MS Project), word processing (Word) and spreadsheet (Excel) software applications.

Expected Compensation: $72,158– $103,993 per year (CAD)

This compensation range represents our good-faith estimate at the time of posting, based on market benchmarks and internal equity. Final compensation will be determined considering the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications and regional consideration. Annual bonus opportunities are in addition to base salary.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use:

We may use technology tools to assist in screening applications for keywords or qualifications. However, final selection decisions are made by our hiring team through human review and interviews.

Don’t have every single qualification? We know that some people are less likely to apply for a job unless they are a perfect match. At Colliers Project Leaders, we’re not looking for “perfect matches.” We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.  So, if you’re excited about this role but don’t have every single qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. Whether it’s this role or another one, you may be just the right candidate.

What you can expect:

• An opportunity to truly impact our communities
• A flexible work environment
• A comprehensive onboarding experience
• Significant professional development, training, and a mentorship program
• A paid volunteer day
• An environment where people feel welcome, heard and included, regardless of their differences
• And much more!

Join our team of difference-makers and help shape the growth of dynamic communities.

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Colliers Project Leaders is part of Colliers (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI), a leading diversified professional services and investment management company, with more than 18,000 professionals operating in 63 countries.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact the assigned Talent Acquisition Business Partner.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use:

We may use technology tools to assist in screening applications for keywords or qualifications. However, final selection decisions are made by our hiring team through human review and interviews.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.