Kawartha Lakes Construction | Lakefield, Ontario

KLC is a premium residential builder and renovation company based in Lakefield, Ontario. We have been building exceptional experiences with homeowners for more than 35 years

Our promise is straightforward: A place you’ll love.

Position Summary

The Project Manager (we call it Project Developer) is responsible for leading prospective clients through KLC's Project Development Process, transforming ideas into well-defined, buildable projects while delivering an exceptional client experience.

The role combines client relationship management, project planning, estimating, consultant coordination, proposal development, and project definition. Depending on the project, the Project Developer may prepare estimates directly, coordinate pricing from trades and suppliers, or work collaboratively with dedicated estimating resources to develop accurate, coordinated project pricing. The Project Developer serves as the client's primary point of contact throughout the Project Development Process and is accountable for ensuring projects progress through each stage in a logical, coordinated, and construction-ready manner.

The Project Developer owns the overall Project Development Process while integrating the specialist functions required to successfully develop a project. Design owns design. The Selections function owns selections. The Project Developer is responsible for ensuring these functions are engaged at the appropriate time, required deliverables are completed, project risks are identified and managed, and established stage-gate requirements are achieved before the project progresses.





Following project handover, the Project Developer remains engaged as appropriate to support the client relationship, assist with contractual or scope-related matters, provide project continuity, and help ensure a seamless client experience throughout the construction phase.

The Project Developer must balance client expectations, business objectives, constructability, risk management, and operational readiness while maintaining alignment with KLC's values and standards.

Key Responsibilities

Client Development & Relationship Management

Project Definition

Design & Consultant Coordination

Selections Coordination

Estimating & Budget Development

Proposal & Agreement Preparation

Project Handover

Business Development

Competencies & Attributes

Successful Project Developers consistently demonstrate:

Client Relationship Management

- Builds trust through professionalism, integrity, responsiveness, and effective communication.

Communication

- Communicates clearly, confidently, professionally, and respectfully with clients, consultants, trades, suppliers, and internal team members.

Organization

- Effectively manages multiple projects, competing priorities, and changing client requirements.

Financial & Business Acumen

- Understands project budgets,



pricing, estimating principles, the financial impacts of project decisions, and the business considerations required to develop successful projects.

Judgement

- Makes thoughtful decisions based on available information while appropriately managing risk.

Problem Solving

- Identifies issues early and develops practical solutions collaboratively.

Attention to Detail

- Maintains accuracy, coordination, and completeness throughout the Project Development Process.

Collaboration

- Works effectively with clients, Design, Selections, consultants, estimators, Project Managers, field staff, and leadership.

Adaptability

- Remains flexible and composed while managing changing priorities and evolving project requirements.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Successful candidates will typically possess:

- Experience in residential construction, project development, estimating, architecture, engineering, project management, or related industries.
- Strong understanding of residential construction principles and estimating practices.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant construction software.
- Valid Ontario driver's licence.

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may also be considered.

Benefits:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Senior Residential Construction Project Manager (Lakefield)
🏢 Kawartha Lakes Construction
📍 Lakefield