Project Manager

CentreCourt is seeking a Project Manager to join the project team at Pickering City Centre, a mixed-use development in Pickering’s downtown core. Pickering City Centre is a 55-acre, mixed-use, master-planned community that will ultimately deliver 6,000+ units, a revitalized retail destination anchored by The Shops at Pickering City Centre, along with new public spaces and enhanced pedestrian connectivity. This landmark project marks a defining chapter in CentreCourt’s growing portfolio and offers a rare opportunity to gain hands-on experience on a complex, large-scale urban development. This is an exciting time to join a high-performing team known for execution, excellence, and results.

The Project Manager will work closely with internal teams, consultants, contractors, municipal authorities, and senior leadership to successfully deliver a complex, large-scale high-rise residential project within the broader Pickering City Centre master plan. This role is ideally suited to a construction professional who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and brings strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Execution

• Provide leadership and guidance to project staff while assisting in managing day-to-day site and project operations.
• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive construction project plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Assist in developing detailed project schedules with key milestones and continuously monitor trade progress against baseline schedules.
• Ensure project schedules are accurate, maintained, and submitted on time.
• Manage all aspects of pre-construction, including preparing tenders and writing detailed scopes of work specific to plans and specifications.
• Analyze bids, prepare bid recaps, and participate in the awarding of contracts.
• Assist in the development of construction management plans, including organizing utility disconnects and securing site offices.
• Identify and manage long-lead items to ensure timely procurement and delivery.

Consultant & Stakeholder Management

• Manage architects, engineers, and consultants to ensure completeness, coordination, and constructability of design documents.
• Act as a liaison between construction sites and various CentreCourt office teams, ensuring alignment and timely information flow.
• Coordinate all City inspections, approvals, and occupancy requirements

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare monthly project progress and status reports, including updated budgets, accurate cost-to-complete forecasts, and schedule comparisons to baseline.
• Review and co-approve progress draws and general invoices.
• Investigate, analyze, and document all extras and credits to contract; maintain extra/credit logs and prepare Change Orders for execution and approval.
• Identify and report material cost, schedule, or scope issues in a timely manner.

Construction Oversight & Quality Control

• Conduct periodic on-site inspections to ensure construction activities meet CentreCourt standards, approved drawings, and schedules.
• Provide recommendations for corrective actions or process improvements when required.
• Ensure all activities are completed on schedule, including obtaining IFC drawings, building permits, and confirming availability of all required services (hydro, gas, water, telecommunications).

Occupancy, Deficiencies & Close-Out

• Ensure suite construction inspection and deficiency rectification programs are implemented and completed prior to PDI.
• Assist with managing the condominium common element process and Performance Audits, ensuring deficiencies are corrected within required timelines.
• Coordinate and manage all City occupancy milestones through to final completion.

Health & Safety

• Assist the Site Superintendent in implementing, managing, and enforcing health and safety programs in accordance with legislative and CentreCourt requirements.

Candidate Qualifications:

• University or college degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Approximately 6+ years of experience in high-rise residential construction and development.
• Proven experience completing 2-3 high-rise residential projects from pre-construction through occupancy.
• Strong working knowledge of construction methodologies, scheduling, budgeting, and contract administration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Excel, and Procore.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze site plans, building drawings, suite layouts, and technical documentation.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to lead diverse teams and interface with senior stakeholders.

About CentreCourt

CentreCourt is a fully integrated real estate development firm active across all stages of the development lifecycle – land acquisition, zoning, design, marketing, sales/leasing, construction, and customer care. We specialize in high-rise condominiums and purpose-built rental communities located near major transit, amenities, and employment hubs in the Greater Toronto Area.

Recognized as one of Canada’s fastest-growing companies, CentreCourt has delivered over 10,000 homes and $5 billion in development value since 2010. In 2022, we launched CentreCourt Platform II, a $400 million fully committed long-term equity fund that provides the financial strength and flexibility to support our continued growth and to act decisively in a dynamic market environment.

We operate as a flat, entrepreneurial, and meritocratic organization that rewards high performance with exceptional growth opportunities. Our culture values humility, continuous improvement, and unwavering integrity.

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CentreCourt is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing an inclusive and accessible workplace. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the recruitment and selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.