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Senior Project Manager/Project DirectorChandos Construction • Kelowna, Regional District of Central Okanagan, CA
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Senior Project Manager / Project Director

Senior Project Manager / Project Director

Chandos Construction • Kelowna, Regional District of Central Okanagan, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Company Description

Inclusion, collaboration, innovation and courage. These values speak to our desire to create places where all people belong, listening and learning from one another in a way that sparks ideas and leads to positive changes in our industry and community. They also demonstrate our commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture. And, if they resonate with you too, we should talk! We are 100 percent employee owned and proud to be the first and largest B Corp certified national technical builder in North America, meaning we put our values at the centre of everything we do. Continuous improvement is core to our success. Championing innovative and collaborative ways to build is just one example of that. Collaborative construction leads to more efficiency, cost savings, social value, and a much better working experience for everyone. Every day, our teams are working to build places for people to live, work, learn, serve, and play. But above all, we’re building community. And, we’re looking for like-minded people to join us. Together, we can build a better world.

Job Description

We’re looking for an experienced and driven construction professional to join our team as a Senior Project Manager / Project Director . This is a key leadership role for someone ready to take the next step in their career—starting as a Senior Project Manager with a clear development path to Project Director within approximately six months. You’ll oversee complex, high-value projects, ensuring exceptional performance across design, construction, and client relations. You’ll also play an active role in mentoring project teams and supporting business development efforts to continue expanding our presence and reputation in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own full-lifecycle delivery of mid-to-large institutional, multi residential wood construction, and commercial projects
  • Oversee cradle-to-grave project delivery, including : Design review and constructability input, Estimating, budgeting (Class D, Class B, Tender) and cost control, Tendering, procurement, and contract administration, Construction sequencing, site logistics, and methodology development, Close-out, hand-off, and client transition
  • Manage both open CM (CCDC 5A / 5B) and converted CM (CCDC 2) delivery models : Shift projects from open to fixed-sum contracts through risk identification and tender recap, Mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities throughout construction
  • Experience in other collaborative project delivery models including IPD, Progressive Design-Build, or Design-Build would be an asset
  • Craft compelling proposals and methodologies that win work and clearly articulate “what’s in it for the client”
  • Implement estimating input, subtrade buy-outs, contracts, change-order controls and robust forecasts
  • Mentor project managers, coordinators, superintendents and support staff—develop tomorrow’s leaders today
  • Foster client, consultant and subcontractor relationships that drive repeat business and strong referrals
  • Embed continuous improvement : streamline processes, reinforce safety best practices, capture lessons learned

Qualifications

Who You Are

  • 8+ years of general contractor experience (not developer) on mid-to-large commercial projects
  • 5+ years in a direct Project Manager role
  • Proven track record managing projects from design through completion
  • Demonstrated CM conversion experience (CCDC 5A / 5B to CCDC 2)
  • Expert understanding of Construction Management processes and delivery models
  • Advanced budgeting skills (Class D, B, Tender levels) and tendering process knowledge
  • Skilled in risk management, opportunity identification, and tender recap preparation
  • Proficient with MS Project (scheduling), site logistics planning, and methodology development
  • Strong forecasting and financial reporting abilities
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to balance office and site work
  • Ideal Candidate Attributes

  • Team player who fosters collaboration without relinquishing accountability
  • Self-starter eager to learn, seek out new challenges, and teach others
  • Entrepreneurial mindset : sets ambitious targets and drives transformative growth
  • Exceptional communicator and negotiator—teams and clients seek you out
  • Solutions-first strategic mentor with demonstrated positive client feedback
  • Embodies Chandos’ seven key attributes :
  • Grit
  • Accountability
  • Construction intelligence
  • Team orientation
  • Proactivity
  • Communication & connection
  • Curious mindset
  • Additional Information

  • We are 100% employee owned. Every person who works for Chandos can become an owner. There is only one class of units at Chandos, because we believe everyone should be treated equal. We talk about being an entrepreneurial-minded organization and you can be sure we mean it!
  • Competitive wages
  • Well rounded employer paid benefits program including health, dental, vision care and employee assistance program
  • RRSP matching program to aid and prepare employees for long-term financial security
  • Educational assistance for employees who wish to pursue job-performance enhancing education
  • Recognition and annual salary reviews program
  • Leadership conferences that allow employees to connect and collaborate
  • Regular company-wide engagement opportunities
  • Chandos only accepts applications through our portal from individuals. All resumes and applications submitted by an agency or consulting firm will be disqualified from our recruitment process.

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