Job Description
What you’ll do
The position of Project Manager, reports to the Construction Manager. Working within a high energy team, this is a high profile role responsible to lead, motivate and execute projects with external consultants and general contractors in all aspects of design ,execution and construction while ensuring the team delivers a high level of customer service to internal and external stakeholders/clients. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring that the projects meet metrics associated with project budget, design, schedule, safety, quality, coordination and all due diligence regarding the construction of new stores, expansions, renovations, gas bars and other capital programs. The position deals with constantly changing priorities, complex approval processes and the intricacies of the design and construction industry at large. It is a front line position involved in the execution of our company’s capital plan. Implementation of all individual elements of high profile building development initiatives, including design, construction, budget control, operational requirements, responsible for ensuring project management framework and promoting project management best practices. As the Construction Manager, you will ensure that the Project Managers maintain the level of standards as expected. You will also execute more high-priority projects as Project Manager.
Support the Real Estate and Development team in the site acquisition, site layout/design, and municipal approval phase of projects
Evaluate sites and/or existing structures to determine their suitability, complete a design proposal and prepare budget cost estimate for use in the internal approval process
Responsible for the design of all aspects of the project, including site layout, building layout, and the construction of same with the needs of internal/external stakeholders, including associate Dealers while ensuring compliance with project metrics and corporate design standards with emphasis on high value and functionality
Managing the planning and scheduling functions which provide for the development of an overall project schedule, the establishment of project milestone dates
Responsible for the hiring of all consultants/engineers required to provide design drawings, working drawings and specifications for the project
Responsible for the procurement of all approvals/permits from the authorities having jurisdiction
Prepare tender package and invite contractors, review and analyze bid submissions with the estimator group, issue letter of award and prepare contracts
Make site visits and retain outside resources when appropriate to manage the project, schedule, budget and quality of workmanship
Formulate and present overview on project status, debrief and update senior management and stakeholders on all aspects of a project
Have the ability to read, interpret, analyze and forecast a project’s cost report and determine the status of the job in terms of schedule and costing.
Project Close-out
What you bring
Should be able to speak French as the role is based at Montreal.
Travelling 2-3 days per week requires additional time beyond normal working hours
Strong financial skills
Post-Secondary degree or diploma in Architecture, Engineering or Project Management
Minimum 10 years experience of related retail/commercial and gas bar construction experience.
Superior interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence,) skills essential.
Expert level of design and construction industry knowledge and experience is essential.
Excellent time management skills.
Excellent analytical, organizational, negotiation, listening, written and verbal communication skills.
Computer proficiency in Project Management software, Microsoft Office, Excel, and project scheduling tools.
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Hybrid
At Canadian Tire we work flexibility embracing ‘Hybrid’ whereby individuals utilize a combination of working at a CTC campus and or virtually in service of outcomes. Determined by managers, decisions around work location will be made based on business and team needs and grounded in a desire to support individual well-being and personal needs. Our goal is to empower teams and individuals to make the right decisions for them, and we expect that to look different for everyone.
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About Us
Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited (“CTC”) is one of Canada’s most admired and trusted companies. With more than 90 Owned Brands, 1,700 retail locations, financial services, exemplary e-commerce capabilities, and exciting market-leading merchandising strategies. We dream big and work as one to innovate with purpose for our customers at every level of our business, investing in new technologies and products, and doubling down on top talent to drive the company forward. We offer competitive salaries and wages to CTC employees, as well as store discounts, supported learning through our Triangle Learning Academy, Canadian Tire Profit Sharing, and retirement and savings programs for eligible employees. As part of our enhanced flex benefits program, we offer mental health benefits in the amount of $5,000 per year for benefits-eligible employees and their families, including total well-being, and mental health tools and resources for all employees. Join us in helping to make life in Canada better through living and working our Core Values: we are innovators and entrepreneurs at our core, outcomes drive us, inclusion is a must, we are stronger together and we take personal responsibility. It is an especially exciting time to join CTC and its family of companies where career opportunities are wide-ranging! Join us, where there's a place for you here.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
We are committed to fostering an environment where belonging thrives, and diversity, inclusion and equity are infused into everything we do. We believe in building an organizational culture where people are consistently treated with dignity while respecting individual religion, nationality, gender, race, age, perceived ability, spoken language, sexual orientation, and identification. We are united in our purpose of being here to help make life in Canada better.
Accommodations
We stand firm in our Core Value that inclusion is a must. We welcome and encourage candidates from equity-seeking groups such as people who identify as racialized, Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, women, people with disabilities, and beyond. Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to help meet your needs.
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