Construction Project Manager

We’re searching for a Construction Project Manager. Are you searching for new possibilities?

Westland Insurance Group Ltd. has a new opportunity for a Construction Project Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a hybrid role, based at our Head Office in Surrey, BC. Are you a seasoned project manager with a passion for bringing spaces to life? As we continue to expand our footprint from coast to coast, you'll play a key role in shaping the physical spaces that support our teams and communities. If you're organized, solutions-focused, and thrive in a fast-paced, multi-project environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Expected Compensation: The expected hiring range for this role is $73,600 to $100,000 based on a 35-hour work week. Actual offered salary will depend on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as market conditions for the role, and internal equity. Westland also offers a competitive annual short-term incentive program that enables employees to share in the rewards of the business and emphasizes the measures that are key to our success.

Westland is committed to continuous learning where employees can grow their potential and write the stories of their careers. Financial assistance is available for approved work-related training/development courses leading to certification, and programs that offer professional development, including seminars and conferences.

Discover what’s possible, with Westland.

The Westland story is all about growth, and that means plenty of possibility for everyone on our team. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. As we continue to open new doors, we're inviting amazing people like you to join us.

As a Construction Project Manager, you will lead renovations, new builds, relocations, and closures across our growing national network. In this role, you'll take ownership of projects from concept to completion - gathering requirements, developing budgets and schedules, coordinating with trades and suppliers, and ensuring every location is delivered on time, on budget, and ready for business. 

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Why you'll love Westland:

• An open, flexible and welcoming workplace  
• Plenty of opportunities to grow and learn 
• Autonomy to drive your own success 
• Be part of our inclusive culture, alongside an extraordinarily talented community of people with a wide variety of backgrounds
• A total rewards program that takes care of your financial, physical, and mental health 
• Flexible paid Values Days to celebrate days important to you
• Paid Volunteer Days for employees as part of Amplifying Communities, a program to support causes that matter most to our employees and clients 

Why we’ll love You:

• 5 -10 years of construction or project management experience in retail or office environments.
• Deep understanding of construction drawings, documentation, and terminology.
• Expertise in managing construction budgets, schedules, and contractor relationships.
• Hands-on experience with landlord negotiations and permit processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Bluebeam and AutoCAD experience a plus).
• Excellent multitasking and prioritization skills to manage several projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills - written and verbal.
• Post-secondary education in Construction Management or related field.

Once here, you'll:

• Lead the planning and execution of construction projects for new branch openings, relocations and renovations across Canada.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and develop scopes of work, budgets, and timelines.
• Manage external vendors, contractors, and suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Oversee the tendering process and award contracts to general contractors or subtrades, in addition to securing all necessary approvals from landlords and municipalities.
• Coordinate the full project lifecycle - from concept to completion - ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.
• Use tools like MS Office, Bluebeam Revu, and Adobe to review drawings and maintain accurate construction documentation.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication across all levels of the organization, from facilities and operations to IT and marketing.
• Travel to sites as needed for pre- and post-construction visits, based on project scope and complexity 

Want to get to know each other better? Send your resume our way.

You belong here 
We strive to be much more than a great place to work. Here, you join a collective of incredibly vibrant, purpose driven, and open-minded people. Every day, Westland proves that building a great business means taking care of communities, clients, and each other with equal commitment. You will be supported and respected for who you are and for the voice you add to the conversation.  
 
At Westland, you will feel the power of community. Westland Insurance Ltd. is an inclusive organization that values diversity in its workforce. We listen, champion equity and diversity, and create safe welcoming spaces where everyone has a voice and is free to be themselves. Westland Insurance Ltd. encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will accommodate applicants' disability-related needs, up to the point of undue hardship, throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.  
 
If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the recruitment team by email at careers@westlandinsurance.ca