Project Manager

Organizational Summary

HomeEd is on a mission to provide Edmontonians with quality, affordable housing. Our team goes to work every day, driven by our purpose that better housing can’t wait and inspired by our vision ofbeing Edmonton’s first choice for an affordable home you love. Whether we’re developing new properties or managing the 1300+ units we already own and rent around the City, we do so in service to Edmontonians.

Our staff members are everyday heroes making an impact in the lives of the Edmontonians who need us. Our values are central to how we work and succeed as a team:

• Raise the Bar: We embrace challenges and change, relentlessly pursuing progress and growing impact.
• Care for Community: We are considerate and accountable, fostering belonging through respect, understanding & commitment.
• Stay Safe: We are proactive and prudent in managing risks and nurturing wellbeing.

We’re always looking for engaged, talented people to help us achieve big things in our community. For us, being a great place to work means:

• Doing meaningful work alongside caring team members who want to make a difference in people’s lives;
• Professional development plans and budgets to keep you inspired, learning, and advancing your career;
• Competitive salaries and benefits, with additional compensation for exceptional work;
• Prioritizing the health and wellness of our team, with a paid Personal Wellness Day every two weeks to recharge.

For more information about HomeEd, please visit: www.myhomeed.ca

Position Summary:

The Project Manager works closely with HomeEd’s staff, external partners, and stakeholders to manage our projects. The scope of the role will include various real estate development, construction, renovation, and acquisition projects from initial assessment to project completion, within budget and scheduled timelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Team Management

• Manage a team of direct and/or indirect reports to achieve departmental and organizational outcomes.
• Provide guidance and coaching to develop staff, promote teamwork, and manage performance.
• Manage external teams of consultants, contractors, and other vendors to achieve project requirements.

Project Planning and Execution

• Develop detailed project plans outlining tasks, timelines, resources, and budget requirements for real estate development, construction, renovation, and acquisition projects.
• Coordinate internal teams, external consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure project milestones are achieved according to schedule and within budget constraints.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks or delays, and implement mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
• Conduct regular site visits to assess work quality, safety compliance, and adherence to project specifications.

Technical Expertise

• Evaluate existing and new building structures and systems for energy efficiency, sustainability, and safety opportunities.
• Work closely with engineers, architects, and consultants to develop various designs that meet performance objectives while complying with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Coordinate regulatory entitlement activities, including rezoning and permitting

Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders involved in various projects, including clients, regulatory agencies, and internal departments.
• Communicate project status updates, milestones, and challenges effectively to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address stakeholder concerns, resolve conflicts, and ensure alignment on project goals and priorities.
• Coordinate project-related marketing efforts, branding, and public engagement

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Implement quality assurance processes to ensure that project work meets established standards of quality, safety, and sustainability.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, and commissioning activities to verify compliance with project specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including permits, drawings, change orders, and as-built records, to support compliance and future maintenance efforts.

Budget and Cost Control

• Develop project budgets, forecasts, and cost estimates based on scope, resource requirements, and market conditions.
• Monitor project expenditures, track budget variances, and identify opportunities to optimize costs without compromising project quality or timelines.
• Review and approve contractor invoices, change orders, and other financial documents in accordance with contractual agreements and budgetary constraints.
• Support project fundraising, financial reporting, and compliance activities

Health, Safety & Environment

• Prioritize the safety of self and all employees by following HomeEd’s safety protocols and policies. This duty requires a proactive approach to completing field-level or positional-level hazard assessments, as well as actively participating in improving the overall safety culture of HomeEd.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Proven experience in project management, specifically in residential buildings.
• Strong technical knowledge of building systems, construction methods, and retrofitting technologies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management software tools, such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, or similar applications.
• Familiarity with relevant building codes, regulations, and industry standards related to retrofitting and/or sustainable residential construction practices.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials are desirable.

If you are interested in this position, please forward your resume in confidence through Indeed. Please include your telephone and email contact information, along with your full work experience and education in your submission.

We would like to thank all applicants for your interest. To ensure that the recruitment process for this position runs as smoothly and as efficiently as possible, it is our policy to only contact successful candidates during the application stage.

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• RRSP match
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Application question(s):

• What are your minimum wage expectations?
• HomeEd requires a vulnerable sector criminal record check. Are you willing to participate in this type of screening and are you confident you will pass this requirement?
• Are you a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident, allowing you to work permanently in Canada?
• This position is classified as a full-time regular position. Hours are from 8:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Are you willing to commit to this type of work arrangement?

Location:

• Edmonton, AB T5M 1W7 (required)
• Work Location: In person