Project Manager
- Montreal, QC, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Schedule: 35 h / week
Working hours: Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 12 PM and from 1 PM to 4 PM
Start date: 2026-09-15
Being an architect means designing, analyzing, and evaluating architectural projects that provide the school service center with functional, safe, and suitable school environments for the needs of students and staff. On a daily basis, you carry out your duties in accordance with the Architects Act and perform planning, design, development, research, and control functions related to buildings, land, and facilities. You act as a resource person in architecture, ensuring the quality of arrangements, compliance with standards, and the creation of sustainable, accessible, and stimulating learning environments.
Responsibilities
DYNAMISM & CREATIVITY
Do these words inspire you? They inspire us too! Let’s work together to realize projects that showcase our beautiful organization. Do you thrive on diverse projects and enjoy making a difference in your community? What better environment to work in than one where challenges are numerous and equally varied?
The project manager will evolve within the team of the material resources service and participate in the planning and execution of various renovation projects in certain buildings of the CSSMB. This person will also support the activities of the material resources service through their expertise.
Do you care about the environment for our children, want to work on creative projects, and want to be part of a dynamic and high-performing team? You are the one we are looking for!
Main Tasks
We also subscribe to an employment equity program and therefore invite women, Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities to submit their applications.
All our employees are subject to the Act respecting the laicity of the State and the Act respecting the education system (LIP). This law provides, among other things, for the prohibition of wearing religious symbols for anyone in contact with students.
Working hours: Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 12 PM and from 1 PM to 4 PM
Start date: 2026-09-15
Being an architect means designing, analyzing, and evaluating architectural projects that provide the school service center with functional, safe, and suitable school environments for the needs of students and staff. On a daily basis, you carry out your duties in accordance with the Architects Act and perform planning, design, development, research, and control functions related to buildings, land, and facilities. You act as a resource person in architecture, ensuring the quality of arrangements, compliance with standards, and the creation of sustainable, accessible, and stimulating learning environments.
Responsibilities
DYNAMISM & CREATIVITY
Do these words inspire you? They inspire us too! Let’s work together to realize projects that showcase our beautiful organization. Do you thrive on diverse projects and enjoy making a difference in your community? What better environment to work in than one where challenges are numerous and equally varied?
The project manager will evolve within the team of the material resources service and participate in the planning and execution of various renovation projects in certain buildings of the CSSMB. This person will also support the activities of the material resources service through their expertise.
Do you care about the environment for our children, want to work on creative projects, and want to be part of a dynamic and high-performing team? You are the one we are looking for!
Main Tasks
- Plan and monitor the progress of construction projects;
- Advise the school administration and the multidisciplinary team on the administrative, educational, and technical aspects of the projects;
- Ensure compliance with various standards and regulations in force.
- Conduct needs analysis for construction, layout, or renovation on a small and medium scale, develop proposals, and recommend work in collaboration with the project planning department;
- Prepare and supervise the preparation of plans and specifications, tender documents, and analyze the bids received for decision-making regarding the schedule and submission documents;
- Plan and evaluate projects in terms of costs, schedule, human resources, and material resources necessary for their execution;
- Update the database for cost evaluation;
- Supervise construction work carried out in the buildings of the school service center, ensuring quality control of the work, safety of occupants, and compliance with the schedule and budget;
- Act as a facilitator for the execution of the work and communicate all decisions to stakeholders during the projects;
- Analyze, comment, and make recommendations regarding project change requests, payment requests, work follow-ups, and end-of-project deficiencies;
- Write progress reports on the work as well as modifications to the projects;
- Prevent and manage project issues and risks;
- Help improve project procedures and optimize departmental efficiency;
- Propose alternatives to improve the work of their group;
- Represent the school service center to partner firms with which they interact; lead site meetings;
- Advise school administrations and contribute to the work of multidisciplinary teams on administrative, educational, and technical matters;
- Participate in the development and establishment of standards, directives, guides, tools, or protocols for monitoring, execution, or inspection of work; ensure compliance with various standards and regulations in force;
- Follow up on billing (professionals and contractors, technical questions and answers (TQA), workshop drawings, technical sheets, and samples;
- Request permits or submissions to the CCU in collaboration with the architect at the City for construction work.
- Be a member of the Ordre des architectes du Québec or a member of the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec.
- Good adaptability, good stress management, and autonomy;
- Rigor, organizational skills, and a strong interest in teamwork;
- Good judgment, ability to read and interpret plans and specifications well;
- Strong analytical skills;
- Ability to solve problems;
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; produce concise and precise recommendations and reports;
- Good experience in construction sites;
- Ability to act in a context that requires negotiation and reconciliation of divergent interests;
- Be results-oriented and focused on stakeholder satisfaction;
- Care about maintaining a healthy environment for students and the community;
- Master MS Project software (an asset);
- Hold a valid driver's license and have access to a car for travel (an asset);
- Have relevant experience in construction project management (an asset)
- Proof of passing the French test SEL or CÉFRANC or TECFÉE or the enriched French exam of the CSSMB within three months of hiring at the latest;
- Four (4) weeks of vacation after one year of work and two (2) weeks of leave during the holiday season
- Defined benefit pension plan (RREGOP) that ensures predictable and stable income during retirement
- Reimbursement of professional dues according to current terms
- Reimbursement for training and development activities
- Group insurance plan
- Telemedicine service
- Employee assistance program
- Diverse recreational program and employee discounts
- Possibility of telecommuting according to current terms (pilot project);
- Sick days and special leave
- The CSSMB promotes a culture focused on well-being and balance. Disconnect to reconnect better!
We also subscribe to an employment equity program and therefore invite women, Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities to submit their applications.
All our employees are subject to the Act respecting the laicity of the State and the Act respecting the education system (LIP). This law provides, among other things, for the prohibition of wearing religious symbols for anyone in contact with students.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Plan and oversee building renovation and construction projects, including needs analysis, plans and specifications, bids, budgets, schedules, resources, and on-site work. Advise school administrators and multidisciplinary teams, manage project risks and changes, ensure regulatory compliance and quality, and coordinate with contractors, professionals, and other stakeholders.
Requirements
Applicants must be members of the Ordre des architectes du Québec or the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec, and should demonstrate construction-site experience, strong analytical and organizational abilities, sound judgment, autonomy, and effective communication and teamwork. A French proficiency test must be passed within three months of hiring; MS Project proficiency, a valid driver's license with access to a car, and relevant construction project management experience are listed as assets.
Skills
- Project Planning
- Cost Estimation
- Schedule Management
- Resource Planning
- Construction Site Supervision
- Quality Control
- Risk Management
- Budget Management
- Plan and Specification Interpretation
- Bid Analysis
- Regulatory Compliance
- Problem-Solving
- Negotiation
- Written and Verbal Communication
- MS Project
Benefits
- Four Weeks of Vacation After One Year
- Two Weeks of Holiday Season Leave
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Professional Dues Reimbursement
- Training and Development Reimbursement
- Group Insurance
- Telemedicine Service
- Employee Assistance Program
- Recreational Program
- Employee Discounts
- Possibility of Telecommuting
- Sick Days
- Special Leave
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Management & Leadership
- Engineering
- Education
- Government & Public Sector
Keywords
- Architecture
- Building Renovation
- Needs Analysis
- Plans and Specifications
- Tender Documents
- Bid Analysis
- Cost Evaluation
- Project Scheduling
- Human Resource Planning
- Material Resource Planning
- Construction Site Supervision
- Quality Control
- Occupant Safety
- Budget Management
- Project Change Requests
- Payment Requests
- Project Progress Reports
- Risk Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Construction Permits
- Site Meetings
- Technical Questions and Answers
- Workshop Drawings
- Technical Sheets
- MS Project
- French Proficiency Test
- Multidisciplinary Teams