Assistant Project Manager

We recognise that the construction industry is changing at a rapid pace and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core values empower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most exciting projects. It doesn’t matter what your expertise and craft is – there are no boundaries. We are a group of professionals with a variety of expertise within pre‑construction, construction, and post‑construction.

At EllisDon, we choose to celebrate the strength in our differences every day. Our commitment to Inclusive Diversity is to work together to create an environment where every employee feels safe to be their true and authentic self. Ultimately, our purpose is to provide people with similar values the opportunity to achieve their full potential; to deliver that opportunity for great careers to one another; and to contribute meaningfully to the community we share.

As an ‘Assistant Project Manager’ with the EllisDon Facilities Services team, you will:

• Provide overall project management for many small and large projects in an active hospital, from pre‑construction to completion including design, coordination, budget, and schedule in conjunction with Hospital end users, Facilities Management team and all stakeholders.
• Manage all facets of a project and take on direct accountability for project delivery to meet and exceed established goals including scope, schedule, budget, procurement, quality and risk.
• Interact, coordinate the activities of the Consultants and Contractors, and provide direction to consultant team and contractor, on behalf of the Owner.
• Day to day oversight and management of contractors working on site.
• Plan and co‑ordinate all Health & Safety aspects required for project completion.
• Develop and implement a communication plan for project, maintain written reports/meeting minutes, and track progress and status of each project.
• Prepare detailed scope of work, request for proposal documents, cost estimates & budget, work plan schedule & milestones, quality control, and risk identification.
• Prepare regular, timely and accurate billing, and ensure timely payment of subcontractor billings.
• Meet with Hospital Clients, end users and other clinical teams, as well as Consultants and Subcontractors in a professional manner and have the ability to communicate effectively both the concerns and best interests of the company.
• Monitor, interpret and forecast a project’s cost reports ensuring they are in line with the estimate.
• Lead project meetings with internal and external parties to monitor and support the team’s ongoing development and progression.
• Submit project reports to General Manager, Senior Manager and communicate with management about project progress and areas of risk that need to be escalated.

The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $90,000.

You have a construction related degree/diploma and three+ years of construction experience or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience in a Project Manager role. You have a working knowledge of construction scopes and activities, scheduling, project management and contract software. You have the ability to confidently mentor and delegate to a large team while developing and maintaining strong client relations. You will be working primarily at one of our Facilities Services sites.

EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working‑style preference, family status, education, and socio‑economic status.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested. We are committed to providing a positive candidate experience and ensuring timely updates are provided to all candidates.