Senior Project Manager - Defense Sector

Overview

Colliers Project Leaders is a team committed to projects that make a difference in communities and for the people who live there.

We deliver capital project solutions that strengthen the built environment, partnering with our clients to bring critical infrastructure and complex building projects to life.

We’ve led over 20,000+ projects that:

• Make cities more livable
• Enhance workplaces
• Create spaces people want to return to
• Improve patient care
• Deliver clean drinking water
• Build a sustainable future

And so much more.

This is where you come in. We’re looking for people to join our team who are passionate about creating more sustainable, resilient and inclusive communities.

If this kind of work resonates with you, you’re in the right place.

Your role

Join our team as a Senior Project Manager in the Atlantic business unit!

We’re looking for outstanding project leaders, interested in continuing their career as a Project Management Professional; who are organized, have a keen eye for details and have led and managed complex projects from start to finish – on time and on budget.

This highly rewarding role will see you lead project management teams to deliver various projects across the Atlantic business unit within the defense sector and defense adjacent sectors such as municipal infrastructure (incl. water/wastewater), industrial, healthcare, and housing.

This is a strategic leadership role offering the opportunity to drive the growth of our business in a way that aligns both with your personal values and the diverse needs of the communities we serve. We are looking for a driven, self-motivated, and collaborative Senior Project Manager who is passionate about leading projects and fostering strong, enduring relationships with clients, senior leaders, and key decision-makers.

Responsibilities

• You are accountable for project delivery. Lead and be accountable for the successful delivery of multiple projects, providing strategic leadership to multidisciplinary project teams across all phases, from implementation through to close out. Inspire and empower high-performing teams, fostering a collaborative culture that drives delivery excellence and consistently exceeds client expectations.
• You are responsible for growing existing and new accounts. Drive growth across existing and new client accounts by serving as a trusted advisor, leveraging expertise in design, construction, and operations to help clients navigate complex capital projects. - Lead account management, RFP responses, and proposal development, building lasting relationships and delivering solutions aligned with clients’ strategic objectives.
• You are responsible for developing your project teams. Provide leadership, mentorship, and development opportunities for Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers, coaching them on our systems, project and site activities, complex problem-solving, stakeholder management, and project execution while providing input to and fostering their professional growth and career development.
• You are accountable for the financial health of your projects. You monitor and achieve key financial metrics while escalating project financial health issues.
• You are responsible for upholding company standards, implementing lessons learned and supporting the continuous improvement of our work practices. Oversee the control of project related documents to ensure your project management teams deliver all work in accordance with Colliers Project Leaders Quality Management System and procedures
• Shape the future of our business, working with our leadership team to contribute to the strategic growth of our business unit and help us expand our impact on the industry.

Qualifications

• Proven track record with 8+ years of project management leadership representing owners to multiple stakeholders in the delivery of projects of varying size and scope in a range of sectors, but more specific to the defense sector and/or defense adjacent sectors such as municipal infrastructure (incl. water/wastewater), industrial, healthcare, and housing.
• Proven expertise in design, construction, and operations, with a strong understanding of how to navigate the challenges of construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of various types of construction methodologies and contracts, project management models and financial management, as well as building codes, contract law and relevant legislation.
• Proven track record of understanding and executing best practice Project Management methodologies, procedures, and project controls within a PMO environment.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, effective client management and people management leadership matched with the ability to effectively influence others and successfully resolve a variety of client and technical issues. You have the ability to influence key decision-makers and resolve a variety of challenges, whether commercial, technical, or interpersonal, while maintaining focus on project objectives and ensuring smooth coordination.
• Strong financial acumen, with experience managing internal financial metrics, project budgets, forecasts, and ensuring cost-effective delivery.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or an equivalent designation is highly valued, demonstrating your commitment to professional excellence (you will be asked to obtain the Project Management Professional Designation (PMP) through the Project Management Institute).
• Educational background in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, Architecture, Business Administration, or a related field showcasing your strong foundation in project management, design, and construction principles.
• Proven success in business development, with experience closing new deals, winning high-profile projects, and confidently leading client interviews.
• Exceptional detail orientation, organizational skills and the ability to prioritize competing tasks to meet tight deadlines and client expectations
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Strong computer skills, including a working knowledge of scheduling (MS Project, Primavera), word processing and spreadsheet software applications
• Must hold or be eligible for Federal Government security clearance at the Secret level

Join our team of difference-makers and help shape the growth of dynamic communities.

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Disclaimer

Colliers Project Leaders is part of Colliers (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI), a leading diversified professional services and investment management company, with more than 18,000 professionals operating in 63 countries.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact the assigned Talent Acquisition Business Partner.

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Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.