Senior Project Manager – Commercial & Industrial Development

3 Step Recruitment is assisting a leading commercial and industrial developer in the search for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their growing team.

This role represents the Owner and is responsible for managing the planning, design, and construction of large-scale commercial and industrial developments from initial due diligence through design, permitting, construction, occupancy, and project close-out.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience delivering complex ground-up construction projects and will play a key role in protecting the Owner's interests while coordinating consultants, municipalities, utility providers, contractors, and tenants throughout the project lifecycle.

Compensation & Benefits Salary: $125,000+, commensurate with experience Comprehensive benefits package Vacation Opportunity to work on large-scale, high-profile commercial and industrial development Long-term career growth with an established and expanding organization

Qualification To be considered for this opportunity, candidates should possess: Minimum 7 years of Project Management experience within the commercial and industrial construction industry. Proven experience managing multiple ground-up commercial or industrial building projects valued between $20 million and $150+ million Previous experience working for one or more of the following Large General Contractor Commercial or Industrial Developer Design-Build Contra Construction Management Firm Experience delivering large industrial facilities including warehouses, manufacturing facilities, distribution centres, food processing facilities, or similar commercial and industrial developments. Strong technical understanding of structural steel, precast concrete, foundations, building envelope systems, mechanical and electrical systems, site servicing, and municipal infrastructure. Comprehensive knowledge of project budgeting, scheduling, procurement, contract administration, and construction delivery. Working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code, CCDC contracts, and industry best practices. Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and project scheduling software. Gold Seal Certification (GSC), PMP, P.Eng., PQS, or a comparable professional designation is considered an asset.

Key Responsibilities Represent the Owner throughout all phases of project delivery. Lead projects from due diligence and design through permitting, tendering, construction, commissioning, occupancy, and project close-out. Manage project budgets, schedules, cash flow, risk, and overall financial performance. Coordinate architects, engineers, consultants, and specialty advisors throughout design and construction. Liaise with municipalities, utility providers, conservation authorities, and regulatory agencies to obtain required approvals. Prepare and administer consultant agreements, procurement documents, tender packages, and construction contracts. Manage General Contractors to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Review project schedules, progress claims, contemplated change notices, change orders, and consultant recommendations. Coordinate tenant requirements throughout design and construction. Lead project meetings and maintain effective communication with all stakeholders. Conduct regular site visits to monitor construction progress and quality. Identify project risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies. Coordinate commissioning, occupancy, warranty administration, and project close-out activities. Prepare and maintain accurate project reporting for senior leadership.

The Ideal Candidate Our client is seeking a highly organized and motivated construction professional who can independently manage multiple large-scale commercial and industrial development projects. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, sound business judgment, and the ability to build productive relationships with consultants, contractors, municipalities, tenants, and project stakeholders while ensuring the successful delivery of every project. If you have a proven background managing complex commercial and industrial developments and are looking for your next career opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Disclosure: This posting represents an active and genuine vacancy with one of 3 Step Recruitment’s clients and is not for speculative or pipeline recruitment. 3 Step Recruitment and/or our Clients may use, from time to time, AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of applications; however, these tools are not intended to replace human judgement or decision-making in the hiring process.