Project Manager

Posted Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5 : 00 AM

Job Title

Project Manager

Reports To

Senior Director, Construction – Western Canada

Department

Construction

Position Summary

Oversee and manage a mixture of retail and self‑storage construction projects within the Portfolio. Responsible for the overall project performance as related to costs, schedule, quality and customer service while adhering to Company’s policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Involvement with the overall architectural or civil design of the project from development permit approvals to occupancy.
• Contribute to the development of the project budget.
• Coordinate the tender and contract bidding.
• Negotiate and issue prime contracts and purchase orders.
• Carry out all project’s contract administration in accordance with Company’s policies and procedures.
• Monitor project costs through change order and contract adjustment procedures.
• Develop recovery strategy when project schedule or budget are in jeopardy.
• Review and update schedule, cost forecasts and cash flow requirements with the SDC of construction monthly.
• Establish effective working relations with Municipalities, Consultants, Contractors, PM’s, Tenants and other members of the project team to facilitate completion of job accountabilities.
• Review and process general contractor progress draws, and consultants and suppliers invoices in a timely manner.
• Work with accounting department to ensure proper accounting coding, payments of progress draws and recoverable costs.
• Coordinate all tenant aspects of the project from drawing coordination, scheduling and costs to the satisfaction of the tenant. Develop relationship with each tenant’s construction manager.
• Develop and maintain relationship with architects and engineers.
• Manage and harmonize interactions within the construction team including the tenants, consultants and contractors.
• Resolve project dispute in a timely manner.
• Complete project closeout documentation for archiving or transfer to Operations.
• Follow-up on deficiencies in a timely manner.
• Directs activities of administrative assistant.
• Liaise with building officials and regulatory agencies.
• General and administrative duties as required.
• Travel as required to projects for site meetings.

Academic / Professional Requirements

Required Skills / Experience

Values

The Project Manager must be client focused , advocate and communicate a positive image of the company, both internally and externally. The Project Manager shall take accountability for decisions made and conduct oneself in a respectful and ethical manner in representing the company’s interests. The Project Manager shall demonstrate entrepreneurialism and behave like an “owner” in carrying out daily tasks and responsibilities; demonstrating creativity and resourcefulness in achieving desired results. Project Manager is expected to be a team player and work effectively with colleagues and associates in terms of input, sharing of ideas and working to achieve common goal.

Base Pay Range

The expected base pay range is : $80,000.00-$100,000.00. The base pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. SmartCentres values the contribution of our Associates, and our individual salaries may vary based on the geographical location of successful candidates, as well as their experience, qualifications or skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment and selection process. If you are contacted about an employment opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

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