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Junior Project Manager – High‑rise Residential – Ottawa

Our client is a well‑known developer and construction management firm specialising in high‑rise residential construction. They are seeking a Junior Project Manager to support the successful planning and execution of their current projects, most notably a major multi‑year, multi‑phase project.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager, the Junior Project Manager will coordinate trades, manage schedules and budgets, and support day‑to‑day project operations from pre‑construction through close‑out.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist in managing high‑rise residential construction projects from site mobilisation to project completion
- Support development and tracking of project schedules, budgets, and cost forecasts
- Coordinate subcontractors, consultants, inspectors, and suppliers to ensure milestone achievement
- Review shop drawings, RFIs, change orders, and contracts for completeness and compliance
- Monitor site progress and assist with quality control and deficiency management
- Support site meetings, prepare meeting minutes, and track action items
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies
- Assist with permitting, inspections, and close‑out documentation
- Maintain accurate project records and reporting for management

Required Qualifications

- Minimum 2‑3 years of experience working on high‑rise residential construction projects




- Post‑secondary education in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field
- Strong understanding of construction sequencing, building systems, and site operations
- Experience with scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera) and construction management platforms (Procore)
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts
- Strong organisational, communication, and problem‑solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience working with developers or general contractors on projects 10+ storeys
- Exposure to concrete forming, envelope systems, and interior finishes in residential towers
- Knowledge of Ontario Building Code and local municipal requirements
- PMP or working toward skilled certification (PMP, Gold Seal) considered an asset

What’s on Offer

- Basic salary up to $110,000 (dependent on experience)
- Health/dental insurance
- RRSP matching
- Generous vacation allowance
- Opportunity to work on major marquee projects within the Greater Ottawa Area

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, and all other qualified applicants.

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📌 Junior Project Manager -High-rise Residential - Ottawa
🏢 Michael Page International (Canada)
📍 Ottawa