Overview
Do you want to contribute to projects shaping Canada?
Colliers Project Leaders is a team committed to projects that make a difference in our communities and for the people who live there.

Overview
Do you want to contribute to projects shaping Canada?
Colliers Project Leaders is a team committed to projects that make a difference in our communities and for the people who live there.

We deliver capital project solutions that strengthen the built environment, partnering with our clients to bring critical infrastructure and complex building projects to life.

We’ve led over 20,000+ projects that:

Make cities more livable

Enhance workplaces

Create spaces people want to return to

Improve patient care

Deliver clean drinking water

Build a sustainable future

And so much more.

This is where you come in. We’re looking for people to join our team who are passionate about creating more sustainable, resilient and inclusive communities.

If this kind of work resonates with you, you’re in the right place.

Your role
Join our Eastern Ontario team as a Senior Project Manager in Ottawa!

This opportunity is well suited for someone who has experience leading and delivering complex capital projects, with a preference for experience across water, wastewater, or municipal facilities. In this role, you will act as a strategic trusted advisor to clients, with a strong focus on account management, relationship building, and understanding their evolving needs.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, strengthen and grow client relationships, and help shape solutions that create lasting value for clients and communities, while continuing to expand your leadership influence, business acumen, and project delivery expertise.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate company values and cultural behaviors

Consult directly with clients and stakeholders to successfully lead complex capital projects, with a focus on water, wastewater,



municipal facilities and related infrastructure

Act as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding their priorities, challenges and evolving needs while representing their best interests throughout project delivery

Build, manage and strengthen long-term client relationships, identifying opportunities to expand existing accounts and deliver additional value

Lead the development of project plans by defining client objectives and success criteria, schedule and budget development, procurement management, risk planning and communication/stakeholder management

Lead major procurement efforts and contract negotiations for architects, engineers, contractors and third-party consultants

Lead and mentor multiple project delivery teams through project management activities including procurement, risk, cost, schedule, scope and stakeholder management

Oversee project delivery team performance, while escalating delivery issues as required

Provide financial frameworks, forecasts, cost tracking and regular financial reporting

Be accountable for quality deliverables, successful project outcomes and client satisfaction

Qualifications

A minimum of 8 years’ capital project management experience, with a minimum of 5 years leading large-scale project mandates varying in scope and complexity

Experience leading water, wastewater, municipal facilities and/or related infrastructure projects is considered a strong asset

Demonstrated experience building and managing client relationships, with the ability to understand client needs,



establish trust and support the growth of key accounts

A university degree or college diploma in engineering, architecture or construction management, or an equivalent combination of academic and practical experience

Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, project management models and financial management , as well as applicable building codes, contract types and relevant legislation

Qualified industry credentials such as PMP, P.Eng., CET, Registered Architect or another similar industry-recognized designation are considered a strong asset

Strong leadership and organizational skills with a proven ability to effectively influence others and resolve client, project and technical issues

Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills

What It’s Like To Work Here.

Meaningful work across Canada

Flexible, supportive work environment

Collaboration with experienced project leaders on complex projects

Comprehensive onboarding experience

Ongoing professional development, mentorship, training opportunities and support for professional certifications

Paid volunteer day to support causes you care about

Inclusive workplace where you are encouraged to be yourself

Competitive compensation, benefits and opportunities for career growth

Expected Compensation: $97,920 – $134,640 per year (CAD)
This range represents our good-faith estimate at the time of posting, based on market benchmarks and internal equity. Final compensation will be determined considering the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications and regional consideration. Annual bonus opportunities are in addition to base salary.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

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