Location: 410, 330 5th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2P 0J1

Position Title: Project Manager

Office Location: 410, 330 5th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 0J1

Hybrid Model: Office-First Flexible Model with minimum 3 days/week in office

Number of Openings: 1

Hiring Range / Échelle salariale à l’embauche : $89,460.00 - $123,007.50 / 89.460,00$ - 123.007,50$ (per year / par an)

Position Overview Reporting to the Sr.

Project

Manager - Western Canada, the Project Manager is accountable for the successful delivery of new-build commercial retail development projects throughout Western Canada. Acting as the owner’s representative, the Project Manager will oversee all phases of the project lifecycle including due diligence, budgeting, design development, procurement, construction execution, project closeout, and turnover while managing all parties and ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget and in accordance with Choice Properties' quality standards.

Responsibilities Develop and maintain project budgets and schedules which will inform Leasing negotiations and Capital Committee approvals

Support Leasing with technical review and negotiation of tenant lease terms

Manage the procurement process including RFPs, bid evaluations, contract negotiations and award to engage the most efficient and cost-effective vendors

Lead project teams throughout the project lifecycle including architects, engineers, general contractors, municipalities, service providers, suppliers, and 3rd party vendors by fostering collaboration and maintaining clear communication

Communicate Capital Committee-approved project objectives, performance metrics, and reporting requirements to vendors and project teams

Review construction plans, specifications, and deliverables to ensure alignment with project objectives

Obtain required permits and approvals from authorities and manage regulatory compliance requirements

Manage contingency utilization and cost forecasting using centralized software to ensure project budgets remain within approved financial targets

Monitor consultant and contractor performance to ensure contractual obligations, quality standards, and project milestones are achieved.

Manage risk by escalating anticipated delivery issues to senior leadership early and implementing corrective actions or mitigation strategies where appropriate

Support 3rd Party CM/GC in managing construction operations and site logistics

Chair startup meetings with tenants and vendors.





Oversee tenant coordination

Conduct regular site visits and monitor construction execution, identifying and resolving issues proactively to ensure production deadlines are achieved

Manage contract changes and disputes within established budget contingencies

Maintain a National Project Tracker for departmental reporting with regular project status updates to senior leadership

Recommend process improvements and best practices to promote excellence

Administer project contracts, purchase orders, invoices, change orders and associated project documentation using centralized software

Promote a strong culture of trust, collaboration, safety, and accountability while ensuring compliance with internal policies and all applicable HS&E; regulations

Qualifications Minimum seven (7) years of progressive construction project management experience including at least five (5) years managing ICI ground-up construction projects

Experience working for a commercial developer, owner, REIT, or construction manager is considered an asset

University degree and/or college diploma in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline

Project Management Professional (PMP), Gold Seal Certification (GSC), Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) or equivalent designations considered an asset

Demonstrated ability to effectively manage timelines and budgets to ensure successful delivery of project objectives

Proven track record of building strong working relationships with internal business partners such as Development, Leasing, Asset Management, Property Management, Finance & Legal teams

Previous experience in developing detailed project plans using project management tools and methodologies

Advanced understanding of risk management and procedures

Strong planning and execution skillsSuperior analytic, problem solving and negotiating skills

Extensive knowledge of construction materials, methods and equipment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a demonstrated ability to effectively communicate ideas and actions to those at all levels of the organization





Ability to thrive in a rapid paced, challenging and constantly changing work environment, and manage multiple projects concurrently with competing priorities

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and project collaboration platforms.

Experience with Bluebeam, Procore, PMWeb, Yardi, or similar construction management systems is considered an asset

Must hold valid driver’s license and have access to a vehicle

Ability to travel frequently to various project locations throughout Western Canada (MB to BC) is a requirement

About Choice Properties Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust is an owner, manager and developer of well-located retail and commercial real estate across Canada.

Choice

Properties' portfolio spans approximately 65 million square feet of gross leasable area and consists of over 700 properties primarily focused on supermarket-anchored shopping centers.

Choice

Properties’ strategy is to create value by enhancing and optimizing its portfolio through high quality transactions, strategic development and active property management. We mainly focus on necessity-based retail, and high-quality industrial and mixed-use assets. In particular, we have a strategic relationship with Loblaw, our largest tenant, that provides us with access to high quality investment opportunities.

Our established operating platform with a proven track record of success also provides us with access to a transformational development pipeline that we believe supports superior long-term value creation and growth. A commitment to continuous learning and development is a strong part of our culture.

Additional Information Choice Properties REIT recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities.

In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

Choice Properties is a unique Real Estate organization; we operate as a highly successful innovative environment where employees are encouraged to demonstrate their highly evolved ability to achieve success in a resilient team-like environment.

📌 Project Manager, Western Canada (Calgary)
🏢 Choice Properties General Partnership
📍 Calgary