Job Description:
The Project Manager’s role is to plan, execute, and finalize projects including acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to the plan. The Project Manager defines the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle as well as responsible for outlining and implementing a project documentation and communication control program.
Perks & Benefits:
Competitive pay and a Comprehensive Benefit Package
Health Saving Account, Flexible Saving Account, Employee Assistance Program
Annual Education Allowance
Generous Referral Program
Fun and collaborative company culture with lots of team-building events
Friends and Family rates for Level Hotels & Furnished Suites, The Opus Hotel and The Emily Hotel
What You Will Do:
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Responsible for directing and managing projects from beginning to the end for specific scopes of work by planning, design, execution, monitoring, controlling and overall closure of residential projects.
Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
Reviews critical path, manage changes in project scope, identify potential issues, and devise contingency plans and quickly adapting or accelerating project to meet deadlines.
Drafts and submits budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes.
Drafts and coordinates detailed scopes for work for bid packages and contract awards.
Plans and schedules project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.
Develops and delivers progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
Design reviews for efficiencies and schedule improvements.
Determines the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas.
Defines project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle.
Oversees project team including Project Coordinators, Superintendents and Project Engineers.
Coaches, mentors, motivates and supervises project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work.
What You Bring:
5-7 years of experience as a Project/Development Manager
Associate's degree or higher in Project Management or related field required
Demonstrated knowledge of construction and building codes required
Proficiency in MS Project, MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Windows, BlueBeam
Ability to guide, direct, and coordinate a department with five or more employees
Demonstrated ability to effectively run a department in an efficient manner
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret prints, architectural drawings, financial and job cost reports
Ability to respond to common inquiries or clarifications from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
Excellent knowledge of the industry and trends impacting the business
Excellent customer service orientation and excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Salary Range:
$100,000-$140,000
About The Company:
Onni
For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.
AI Use:
This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws.
All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.
How To Apply:
Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents.
We thank all applicants for your interest in the Onni Group. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.
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