The Manager, Construction is accountable for ensuring the setup of estimates, budgets and construction timetables for clients are completed, as well as developing the construction strategy. The construction manager selects subcontractors and workers, provides required explanations to builders and other professionals, and coordinates with architects, engineers and specialists. The construction manager ensures the project complies with building codes and all legal or regulatory requirements and acts as the first responder when delays or problems occur.

Construction Strategy : Develop, communicate and oversee the implementation of strategies and expected outputs for construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and system projects to ensure efficiency and timely completion. Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods and schedule the project to meet deadlines.

Project Planning : Analyze tenants’ needs and requirements, translate them into full‑scale project plans including scope, quality requirements, overall budget, deliverables, milestones, risk assessment, and obtain all necessary permits, licenses and associated documentation. Communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational goals. Evaluate construction methods and determine the cost‑effectiveness of plans.

Construction Sourcing : Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors. Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers and clients, representing the owner or developer.

Project Leadership : Provide leadership and guidance to the project team from the planning stage through to completion. Manage construction implementation for conformity with approved design, detailed scheduling and coordination, management of inspections,



administration of construction changes, approvals of progress claims, completion certificates, deficiency and warranty work, commissioning, operating manuals and record documentation.

Construction Reporting and Evaluation : Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals and requirements documentation. Evaluate project‐related information and proactively address challenges to continuously align both project and organizational goals.

Building

Codes and Health, Safety and Security : Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors and design professionals to resolve work procedures, complaints and construction problems. Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes and other regulations. Implement quality control programs.

Management and Development of Staff : Responsible for hiring, on‑the‑job training and coaching of project teams to optimize performance, productivity and departmental knowledge sharing.

Other Duties : Any other job‑related duties and/or projects that may be assigned. Minimum 7 years of relevant work experience or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Design, Architecture, Engineering, etc.) Demonstrated project management skills.

Practical knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Solid team building and management skills. Creative thinking. Exposure to a diverse portfolio of real estate assets across North America. Diversity is one of our greatest strengths.

At Morguard, we provide equal employment opportunities to all candidates and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other legally protected status. Morguard is dedicated to maintaining accessible employment practices in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources.

📌 Independent Contractor - Construction Manager (Mississauga)
🏢 Morguard
📍 Mississauga