Assistant Project Manager

Overview

At Colliers Project Leaders, we deliver capital project solutions to fulfill our clients’ needs across the built environment. The work we do makes a difference in communities and for the people who live there. We have a passion for it.

Our commitment to realizing our clients' vision inspires us to look beyond the immediate – to the possibilities of what we can achieve together. We are 15,000 projects and counting – improving lives and helping shape the growth of sustainable, progressive and inclusive communities.

Your role

Our Assistant Project Managers have the opportunity to work with the best in the industry to develop their project management skills on a diverse range of projects that vary in scope and complexity. In this role, you will gain exposure to and assist in the delivery of Atlantic Canada's transformative infrastructure projects. Prior experience with bridges, water/wastewater, marine, and/or renewable energy projects would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced project managers and the client to learn the keys to relationship building and successful project delivery.
• Support the project team by initiating and maintaining project control documents, developing progress reports, conducting follow-ups on action items, coordinating various meetings, preparing material in support of project meetings, and various other administrative tasks.
• Attend various project meetings, capturing accurate action items and key decisions in meeting minutes.
• Support the communication between Project Managers and project stakeholders.

Qualifications

• A university degree or diploma in engineering, construction management, architecture or project management (or an equivalent combination of academic and practical experience).
• Experience working on bridges, water/wastewater, renewable energy, and/or marine projects is an asset.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and related documentation is an asset.
• Self-motivation, initiative, and an eagerness to learn and contribute to project deliverables.
• 1 to 4 years of experience delivering any aspect of engineering and construction projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Previous exposure to engineering consulting, construction contract administration or project financials is an asset.
• Exceptional detail orientation, organizational skills and the ability to prioritize competing tasks to meet tight deadlines and client expectations.
• Strong computer skills, including a working knowledge of word processing (Word) and spreadsheet (Excel) software applications.
• Willingness to travel, on occasion, to the project site and/or client office.

Don’t have every single qualification? We know that some people are less likely to apply for a job unless they are a perfect match. At Colliers Project Leaders, we’re not looking for “perfect matches.” We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but don’t have every single qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. Whether it’s this role or another one, you may be just the right candidate.

What you can expect:

• An opportunity to truly impact our communities.
• A flexible work environment.
• A comprehensive onboarding experience.
• Significant professional development, training, and a mentorship program.
• A paid volunteer day.
• An environment where people feel welcome, heard and included, regardless of their differences.
• And much more!

Join our team of difference-makers and help shape the growth of dynamic communities.