Project Manager (Full Time)

The Granite Club is looking for a full-time Project Manager, Capital Projects who will be responsible for managing and delivering assigned Aspiration Capital projects at the Granite Club from project initiation and design through procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.

The role will be reporting to the Director, Capital Projects, and working closely with the internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and other project partners to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within approved budgets, and to the required quality standards, while minimizing disruption to Club operations and the member experience.

What’s in it For You?

• Collaborative & Engaging Work Environment: Join a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy discounted memberships at GoodLife Fitness, as well as preferred rates on auto and home insurance.
• Vibrant Employee Events: Participate in a variety of inclusive and exciting events that celebrate our culture.
• Culinary Experience at the main Granite Campus: Access to healthy, delicious meals daily at our Employee Cafeteria.
• Competitive Total Rewards Package
• Comprehensive Health & Dental Benefits: Flexible coverage options with a Health Care Spending Account (HCSA) to suit your individual and family needs.
  

Primary Responsibilities

Project Management & Delivery

• Manage assigned capital projects through the full project lifecycle, including planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Provide overall management, administrative, and technical direction for assigned projects.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules, budgets, milestones, risks, and deliverables.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within approved budgets, and in accordance with project requirements and quality standards.
• Identify project risks, issues, and potential schedule or cost impacts and proactively develop mitigation strategies.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, value engineering, schedule efficiencies, and improved project delivery.
• Provide regular project updates and escalate key risks, decisions, and issues to the Director, Capital Projects.

Design & Consultant Management

• Manage the review and coordination of project design documents, including drawings and specifications.
• Review and interpret drawings, specifications, consultant reports, proposals, and other project documentation.
• Manage architects, engineers, consultants, and other external project stakeholders to ensure deliverables meet project requirements.
• Meet regularly with consultants to review design progress, outstanding items, changes, budget considerations, and schedule impacts.
• Coordinate input from internal stakeholders during the design process and communicate requirements clearly to the consultant team.
• Support procurement activities, including tender preparation, bid reviews, scope clarification, and contractor/consultant selection, as required.

Construction Management & Site Coordination

• Conduct regular site visits to monitor construction progress, quality, schedule, site conditions, and conformance with contract documents.
• Work collaboratively with contractors and site construction teams to resolve issues affecting project progress.
• Monitor construction activities and coordinate work within occupied and operational Club spaces.
• Ensure project work is appropriately planned and phased to minimize disruption to members, staff, events, and Club operations.
• Review project changes and assess their potential impact on scope, cost, schedule, operations, and quality.
• Coordinate deficiencies, commissioning, turnover, warranties, and comprehensive project closeout.

Stakeholder & Operational Coordination

• Act as a key liaison between external project teams and internal Club stakeholders.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal departments, consultants, contractors, vendors, and subtrades.
• Work collaboratively with Operations and other Club departments to coordinate shutdowns, access, deliveries, temporary conditions, phasing, and other construction-related requirements.
• Conduct and manage project meetings, ensuring decisions, action items, responsibilities, and next steps are clearly documented and followed through.
• Communicate project impacts, key milestones, risks, and changes to relevant stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Support a positive member experience throughout construction by proactively identifying and minimizing operational disruptions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5–7 years of project management experience, in construction, real estate, property development, institutional facilities, hospitality, or related environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects through the full project lifecycle, from initial scoping and design through construction and closeout.
• Experience delivering renovation and construction projects within occupied and operational environments is strongly preferred.
• Experience simultaneously managing multiple projects at various stages of design and construction.
• PMP certification is considered an asset.
• Experience with Procore or other construction/project management platforms is considered an asset.
• Required a G driver's license to work from various project sites when necessary.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of construction processes, project delivery, design coordination, procurement, budgeting, scheduling, and contract administration.
• Ability to read, review, and interpret architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, contracts, and other technical documentation.
• Strong financial management skills, including project budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, and change management.
• Strong understanding of project risk management and ability to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands and manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder-management skills with the ability to coordinate cross-functional project teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make sound decisions in fast-paced and high-pressure situations.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of day-to-day project responsibilities while escalating significant risks or complex issues appropriately.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, operational requirements, and project conditions.
• Collaborative approach with an understanding of the importance of delivering construction projects while maintaining ongoing Club operations and minimizing disruption to members.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $95,000 to $105,000.

About the Granite Club

The Granite philosophy of uncompromising quality is showcased in its state-of-the-art athletic facilities, world-class events and programs for all ages, delectable dining experiences and personalized services, each tailored to suit the varied needs and desires of its diverse and sophisticated Membership.

The Granite Club is Canada's premier private Members' family, athletic, recreation and social club. Located in north Toronto, we offer our 12,000 Members the highest standard of facilities, programs and services.

We strive to recruit enthusiastic, dedicated individuals with a passion for providing exceptional service. We’ll reward all your hard work with a competitive salary and extensive benefits.

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

As part of Granite Club policy, a condition of employment is to perform a criminal background check and a vulnerable sector search demonstrating a satisfactory criminal record prior to commencing employment.

The Granite Club is committed to providing fair and accessible employment practices. If selected for an interview, we will be happy to work with you to ensure your interview is accessible and accommodation is provided based on the information you provide to the Granite Club Recruiter.

We thank you in advance for your interest in our opportunity!