Harvard Developments Corporation has an immediate opening for a Project Manager (12-month term) to join its team in Calgary, Alberta.

Harvard is a full-service real estate management company based in Western Canada that is recognized for its reputation in leadership, flexibility, quality and performance. The company oversees over 9 million square feet of office, retail and industrial properties throughout Western Canada, with offices in Winnipeg, Regina, Calgary, and Edmonton.

The Project Manager is accountable for the procurement, mobilization, coordination, scheduling, contract administration and financial management of a variety of capital projects approved by the property owner. The position will work directly in consultation with architects, designers, and engineers and through contracts with general contractors or trades, the primary outcome for this position is the on-time and on-budget delivery of construction projects, while maintaining an exceptional customer experience for these projects within an occupied building.

Pre-construction and planning responsibilities for new construction and renovations include accurate cost estimating, budgeting, preliminary scheduling and design consultation, along with development of RFP’s for design and engineering services, construction tendering documents, evaluation and interpretation of contract documents, and award verification with the owner. Upon award, duties include municipal approvals, project scheduling, stakeholder coordination, occupant communication, on-site quality control, cost control & reporting, contract administration and post construction wrap up.

What you will bring to the job:

• Passion to deliver projects flawlessly with the “on-time and on-budget” mindset;
• 6 or more years’ experience within a commercial construction environment, ideally with new construction and commercial real estate;
• The completion of a PMP designation; accreditation in civil or architectural technology or engineering is recommended;
• Familiarity with local regulatory, consulting and construction industry participants, practices, permitting and zoning;
• Understanding of codes, safety regulations and best practices on new construction and renovation;
• Strong communication, collaboration and conflict resolution skills that enable positive and beneficial relationships;
• Demonstrated organizational, analytical and problem-solving abilities to consistently meet deadlines;
• Computer literacy in Office 365 environment, as well as use of enterprise job costing systems, construction design, and scheduling software;
• Mindset and culture of providing an exceptional customer experience on each project and the ability to build strong relationships;
• The ability to work independently using personal initiative and sound judgment;
• A working knowledge of workplace safety practices and requirements;
• Advanced technological skills in a Microsoft Office workplace environment; and
• Availability to work outside regular business hours as required to supervise work in progress.

What you will receive:

• Competitive salary and incentive within the property management industry;
• Comprehensive orientation, training, and on-the-job support;
• Strong corporate values in a flexible, performance driven, and merit-based work environment; and
• Encouragement of lifelong learning through education and training opportunities.

Harvard is committed to providing challenging and rewarding employment opportunities. If you feel you are the person we are looking for in this position, please apply with your resume in confidence through the Careers tab at www.harvard.ca.