Project Manager, Western Canada

Location: 410, 330 5th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 0J1 Position Title: Project Manager Office Location: 410, 330 5th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 0J1 Hybrid Model: Office-First Flexible Model with minimum 3 days/week in office Position Overview Reporting to the Sr. Project Manager - Western Canada, the Project Manager is accountable for the successful delivery of new-build commercial retail development projects throughout Western Canada. Acting as the owner’s representative, the Project Manager will oversee all phases of the project lifecycle including due diligence, budgeting, design development, procurement, construction execution, project closeout, and turnover while managing all parties and ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget and in accordance with Choice Properties’ quality standards. Responsibilities: Develop and maintain project budgets and schedules which will inform Leasing negotiations and Capital Committee approvals Support Leasing with technical review and negotiation of tenant lease terms Manage the procurement process including RFPs, bid evaluations, contract negotiations and award to engage the most efficient and cost-effective vendors Lead project teams throughout the project lifecycle including architects, engineers, general contractors, municipalities, service providers, suppliers, and 3rd party vendors by fostering collaboration and maintaining clear communication Communicate Capital Committee-approved project objectives, performance metrics, and reporting requirements to vendors and project teams Review construction plans, specifications, and deliverables to ensure alignment with project objectives Obtain required permits and approvals from authorities and manage regulatory compliance requirements Manage contingency utilization and cost forecasting using centralized software to ensure project budgets remain within approved financial targets Monitor consultant and contractor performance to ensure contractual obligations, quality standards, and project milestones are achieved. Manage risk by escalating anticipated delivery issues to senior leadership early and implementing corrective actions or mitigation strategies where appropriate Support 3rd Party CM/GC in managing construction operations and site logistics Chair startup meetings with tenants and vendors. Oversee tenant coordination Conduct regular site visits and monitor construction execution, identifying and resolving issues proactively to ensure production deadlines are achieved Manage contract changes and disputes within established budget contingencies Maintain a National Project Tracker for departmental reporting with regular project status updates to senior leadership Recommend process improvements and best practices to promote excellence Administer project contracts, purchase orders, invoices, change orders and associated project documentation using centralized software Promote a strong culture of trust, collaboration, safety, and accountability while ensuring compliance with internal policies and all applicable HS&E regulations Qualifications: Minimum seven (7) years of progressive construction project management experience including at least five (5) years managing ICI ground-up construction projects Experience working for a commercial developer, owner, REIT, or construction manager is considered an asset University degree and/or college diploma in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline Project Management Professional (PMP), Gold Seal Certification (GSC), Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) or equivalent designations considered an asset Demonstrated ability to effectively manage timelines and budgets to ensure successful delivery of project objectives Proven track record of building strong working relationships with internal business partners such as Development, Leasing, Asset Management, Property Management, Finance & Legal teams Previous experience in developing detail…

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