Construction Manager

Holt Renfrew offers you an inspiring, fashion-driven environment with opportunities to learn and grow. From our incredible partnerships with iconic luxury brands, to our commitments to corporate social responsibility, you will be inspired every day.

The Project Manager, Construction plays a pivotal role in the successful execution of construction projects, ensuring financial accountability, quality control, and adherence to company standards. This position serves as the primary liaison between Holt Renfrew and constructors, consultants, and internal stakeholders. This is a 12-month contract.

Specific responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Coordinate with the Director of Construction, store leadership, general contractors and internal teams to execute the project from inception to completion

• Plan the construction project and prepare the draft construction schedule in conjunction with the Director/Senior Manager of Construction

• Ensure delivery of Store Design & Planning programs focused on all aspects of the project including project design, planning, scheduling, resource allocation, budget management, technical direction, and vendor management

• Review contract drawings and specifications to confirm compliance with project requirements

• Ensure that the contract drawings in the possession of the General Contractor are current, and have incorporated all Request for Information (RFI), Contemplated Change Notice (CCN), and Change Notice (CN) revisions

• Process changes received from the General Contractor in conjunction with the Architect and other consultants including review and substantiation of pricing, checking subcontractor quotations to ensure that they are complete and reasonable, addressing any impact to the schedule

• Professionally engage with contractors, architects and stakeholders, effectively communicating company priorities and concerns

• Process monthly contract draws and in conjunction with the Architect and other Consultants ensure the requested payment is in full accordance with the contract price including all accumulative changes and credits, etc., and that it represents an accurate value based on the level of completion

• Foster strong working relationships with general contractors, architects and consultants to support future project collaboration

• Read, interpret, analyze and forecast projects' cost reports and determine the status of the job in terms of schedule and costing

• Track unit costs, comparing daily site progress with initial project estimates alongside the Project Superintendent

• Conduct project meetings on a regular basis (weekly or bi-weekly as needed)

• Coordinate with the Contractor to effectively resolve project challenges such as delivery, labour availability, scheduling and payment disputes

• Maintain working knowledge of trade union agreements and compliance requirements

The ideal candidate:

• Relevant post- secondary education or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience

• 5+ years of progressive experience in construction, design, project management

• Previous budget management experience

• Superior communication and interpersonal skills, including tact, diplomacy, influencing and negotiation capabilities

• Comprehensive understanding of corporate and industry practices, standards and processes and their impact on project activities

• Proficiency in relevant computer systems and project management software

• Ability to travel within Canada approx 25% of the time (site visits 1- 3 days per trip)

Holt Renfrew is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our future success depends on the perspectives and contributions of all our employees -- their diverse backgrounds, abilities and experiences make our business stronger. If you are contacted for a job opportunity and require accommodation, please email and let us know so we can ensure you have an accessible candidate experience throughout the recruitment process. All requests are confidential and used only to meet candidate needs.