JUNIOR PROJECT MANAGER

Position Description – Residential Renovation Projects

1. Site Supervision and Project Oversight

- Travel regularly between multiple residential renovation and high-rise renovation sites throughout Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
- Monitor and supervise the quality of workmanship performed by subcontractors and tradespeople, ensuring compliance with project specifications and company standards.
- Monitor project progress to ensure work is completed according to established schedules, timelines and quality requirements.
- Identify construction deficiencies, quality concerns, delays and operational issues, and recommend appropriate corrective measures.
- Monitor compliance with applicable health and safety requirements, Ontario Building Code provisions, condominium regulations and company procedures.
- Conduct site measurements, document existing conditions and take accurate photographs to support project planning, estimating and progress reporting and report directly to the Owner.
- Prepare detailed site reports and provide regular progress updates to the Owner and Project Manager.
- Inspect completed work, identify deficiencies and promptly communicate outstanding issues requiring attention or corrective action.
- Coordinate with subcontractors, tradespeople, suppliers and other project stakeholders to support the efficient execution of renovation projects.

2. Technical Knowledge and Operational Responsibilities

- Demonstrate a sound understanding of the various phases of residential and high-rise renovation projects, including:
- Flooring installation and replacement.
- Interior painting and finishing.
- Drywall installation and repairs.
- Kitchen renovations and installations.
- Bathroom renovations and installations.
- Electrical work coordination.
- Plumbing work coordination.
- General construction and finishing work.
- Read, interpret and review renovation drawings, project specifications, scopes of work and technical documentation.
- Understand the sequencing and coordination of various construction trades to ensure efficient project execution.
- Identify potential technical issues, site constraints and discrepancies between existing conditions and project requirements.
- Ensure that renovation activities are carried out in accordance with applicable Ontario Building Code requirements, condominium/high-rise building regulations and project-specific requirements.
- Communicate technical concerns and proposed solutions to management and the appropriate project stakeholders.

3. Renovation Estimating and Cost Preparation

- Prepare accurate, detailed and competitive cost estimates and customer quotations for residential renovation projects.
- Review project drawings, site measurements, specifications and scopes of work to establish material quantities, labour requirements and associated project costs.
- Calculate material quantities, labour requirements, subcontractor costs and other project-related expenses.
- Develop comprehensive cost breakdowns covering materials, labour, subcontractor services, equipment and other applicable project expenses.
- Review project specifications and identify potential additional costs, discrepancies, omissions or incomplete information before finalizing estimates.
- Revise estimates and customer quotations to reflect changes in project specifications, material selections, pricing, site conditions and customer requirements.
- Evaluate supplier and subcontractor pricing to ensure estimates remain competitive while maintaining appropriate project profitability.
- Collaborate with management and project personnel to verify project requirements and ensure estimates accurately reflect the intended scope of work.

4. QuickBooks and Estimating Documentation

- Prepare, enter, update and maintain customer estimates and quotations using QuickBooks.
- Ensure all estimates, quotations, pricing information and related documentation are accurate, complete and properly organized.
- Maintain up-to-date records of estimates, quotations, supplier pricing, subcontractor costs and project-related costing information.
- Revise and update estimates to reflect current pricing, additional work, approved changes and revised project requirements.




- Utilize Microsoft Excel for cost calculations, estimating worksheets, pricing comparisons and other project-related financial documentation.
- Maintain organized estimating records to support project planning, cost monitoring and management review.

5. Supplier and Subcontractor Coordination

- Obtain and review quotations from suppliers and subcontractors for materials, products, labour and services required for renovation projects.
- Evaluate and compare supplier and subcontractor quotations to ensure competitive pricing, accuracy and alignment with project specifications.
- Maintain professional working relationships and effective communication with suppliers, subcontractors and tradespeople.
- Verify material pricing, product specifications, availability and anticipated delivery lead times.
- Identify opportunities for cost efficiencies and savings without compromising material quality, workmanship or project requirements.
- Communicate pricing discrepancies, supply issues and potential procurement delays to management.

6. Material Planning and Inventory Coordination

- Prepare detailed material lists and determine quantities required for current and upcoming renovation projects.
- Coordinate material requirements with suppliers, purchasing personnel and relevant project team members.
- Monitor material availability and anticipated delivery schedules to support timely project execution.
- Maintain accurate records of material purchases, inventory levels and material usage, as required.
- Review available inventory against project requirements to minimize unnecessary purchases, material shortages and waste.
- Identify upcoming material requirements and communicate purchasing needs in advance to support effective project planning.
- Monitor potential material shortages, delivery delays and product availability issues, and promptly communicate concerns to management.

7. Project Cost Monitoring and Financial Coordination

- Assist in monitoring estimated project costs against actual material, labour and subcontractor expenses.
- Prepare cost estimates and pricing breakdowns for additional work, project extras and changes to the original scope of work.
- Maintain and update historical pricing information for materials, suppliers, subcontractors and renovation-related services.
- Identify discrepancies between estimated and actual project costs and promptly report potential budget overruns or financial concerns to management.
- Assist in evaluating the financial impact of project changes, material substitutions and additional customer requirements.
- Work closely with management, project coordinators and relevant personnel to clarify project requirements and maintain accurate project costing information.
- Participate in site visits when necessary to verify measurements, assess existing site conditions and obtain technical information required for accurate estimates.

8. Reporting, Communication and General Responsibilities

- Maintain clear, accurate and timely communication with the Owner, Project Manager, subcontractors, suppliers and other relevant stakeholders.
- Provide regular updates regarding project progress, site conditions, material requirements, cost estimates and potential operational issues.
- Maintain accurate project records, site photographs, measurements, estimates, quotations and supporting documentation.
- Bring significant project delays, quality concerns, cost discrepancies and safety-related issues to management's attention promptly.
- Perform other duties reasonably related to project coordination, renovation estimating and project management, as assigned within the scope of the position.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLED COMPETENCIES

- Residential Construction Experience: Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience in residential renovation, construction project coordination,



project supervision or a comparable construction-related position.
- High-Rise Renovation Experience: Minimum of 4 years of demonstrated practical experience working on residential renovation projects within high-rise buildings and condominium environments.
- Site Supervision and Project Coordination: Minimum of 4 years of professional experience supervising subcontractors and tradespeople, monitoring workmanship, coordinating construction activities, identifying deficiencies and following up on corrective measures.
- Renovation Estimating and Costing: Minimum of 4 years of demonstrated professional experience preparing detailed residential renovation estimates, calculating material quantities, labour requirements, subcontractor costs and overall project expenses.
- QuickBooks: Minimum of 4 years of professional working experience using QuickBooks, including preparing, entering, updating and maintaining customer estimates, quotations and project-related costing documentation.
- Microsoft Excel: Strong working proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including cost calculations, estimating worksheets, material lists, pricing comparisons and project-related financial documentation.
- Construction Drawings and Specifications: Ability to independently read, interpret and understand residential renovation drawings, scopes of work, project specifications, site measurements and technical documentation.
- Construction Trades and Technical Knowledge: Sound practical knowledge of flooring, drywall, painting, kitchen and bathroom renovations, plumbing, electrical work and general residential construction processes.
- Ontario Construction Regulations and Safety: Working knowledge of applicable Ontario Building Code requirements, construction health and safety standards, and condominium renovation regulations and procedures.
- Communication, Organization and Mobility: Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple project requirements, coordinate suppliers and subcontractors, prepare detailed reports, and travel regularly between renovation sites throughout Toronto and the GTA.

Pay: $65,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Application question(s):
- How many years of professional experience do you have in residential renovation, construction project coordination, project supervision or a comparable construction-related position?
- How many years of practical experience do you have working on residential renovation projects within high-rise buildings and condominium environments?
- How many years of professional experience do you have supervising subcontractors and tradespeople, monitoring workmanship, coordinating construction activities, identifying deficiencies and following up on corrective measures?
- How many years of professional experience do you have preparing detailed residential renovation estimates, calculating material quantities, labour requirements, subcontractor costs and overall project expenses?
- How many years of professional working experience do you have using QuickBooks to prepare, enter, update and maintain customer estimates, quotations and project-related costing documentation?
- What is your level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel for preparing cost calculations, estimating worksheets, material lists and supplier pricing comparisons?
- How would you rate your ability to independently read, interpret and work with residential renovation drawings, scopes of work, project specifications and technical documentation?
- How would you rate your practical knowledge of flooring, drywall, painting, kitchen renovations, bathroom renovations, plumbing, electrical work and general residential construction processes?
- How would you rate your working knowledge of applicable Ontario Building Code requirements, construction health and safety requirements, and condominium renovation rules and regulations?
- Are you able to regularly travel between multiple residential renovation sites throughout Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), attend site visits as required, and fulfil the travel requirements of this position?

Work Location: In person

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