Job Description:

Grade: P8
Referral Level: Level 2
Division: IGM-COD

IGM Financial Inc. is one of Canada's leading diversified wealth and asset management companies with approximately $271 billion in total assets under management. The company provides a broad range of financial planning and investment management services to help more than two million Canadians meet their financial goals**. Its activities are carried out principally through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments.**

Under IGM Financial’s unique business model based on leading brands and multi-channel distribution strategy is Mackenzie Investments, founded in 1967. Mackenzie Investments is a holistic asset-management partner for thousands of Canadian financial advisors and the investors they support.

At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence.

We have a vision and a strategy that will challenge the way business in this industry is done and help Canadians be successful in the ways that mean the most to them. As part of our team, you will do some of your best work, develop some of your most valuable skills and give back in ways that make a difference in the lives of Canadians. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for empowering our employees with the tools to thrive, while also providing resources to ensure physical and mental wellness were put front and centre.

Join an unstoppable team that is embedded in continuous learning, understanding, and knowledge sharing. You will thrive in our supportive environment where you can indulge your curiosity to learn, while receiving the feedback you need to refine your skills and abilities. We are dedicated to offering a hybrid work environment when applicable.

Mackenzie Investments is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively - this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

The Role

Reporting to the Director, Real Estate Delivery, the Senior (Practice) Manager plays a pivotal role in shaping and leading the Practice Management function within the delivery team. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with strong leadership and operational skills.

Key Responsibilities

Practice Management

• Own and evolve the project delivery framework, including methodology, templates, and standard operating procedures.
• Identify and prioritize improvement opportunities; update the framework quarterly or as needed.
• Educate delivery team members and stakeholders on framework changes.
• Lead onboarding for new hires, ensuring alignment with delivery processes and IGM standards.

Resource Management

• Track current and future resource assignments and allocation percentages.
• Identify resource surpluses or shortfalls and recommend action plans (e.g., pacing projects, adding resources).
• Provide insights to support strategic workforce planning.

️ Small Project Delivery

• Oversee tracking, prioritization, and resourcing of small-scale projects (typically under $1M).
• Mentor and guide assigned project managers.
• As capacity allows, directly manage select projects within the distribution or corporate campus portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Practice Management

• Lead the development and maintenance of the project delivery framework, including methodology, templates, and standard operating procedures.
• Apply a structured version control approach to incorporate updates on a scheduled basis.
• Communicate framework changes effectively to both internal and external stakeholders, tailoring messaging to each audience.
• Facilitate onboarding for new hires, ensuring they are well-versed in the delivery framework and IGM processes.

Resource Management

• Monitor and forecast project resource assignments, maintaining up-to-date allocation percentages.
• Identify resource gaps or surpluses and recommend actionable solutions such as project pacing or resource reallocation.

️ Small Project Delivery

• Oversee the tracking, prioritization, and resourcing of small-scale projects (typically under $1M).
• Provide mentorship and guidance to team members managing small projects.
• As capacity allows, directly manage select projects within the distribution or corporate campus portfolio, including:
• Monitoring construction progress and resolving complex design or build issues in a timely manner.
• Ensuring adherence to budget controls and maintaining fiscal discipline.
• Engaging stakeholders proactively to build strong relationships and align expectations across all organizational levels.

Competencies

Process & Framework Leadership

• Demonstrates a strong process orientation with proven experience in developing and applying project management frameworks and methodologies.
• Applies structured thinking to continuously improve delivery processes and ensure consistency across projects.

Resource & Project Oversight

• Skilled in managing and tracking project resource assignments, including forecasting and optimizing team capacity.
• Experienced in leading small to medium complexity real estate and construction projects, with a focus on timely delivery and budget adherence.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Builds and maintains strong relationships across cross-functional teams.
• Engages and influences stakeholders through transparent communication and collaborative problem-solving.

Problem Solving & Decision Making

• Tackles challenges with perseverance and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• Delegates effectively, balancing autonomy with accountability.
• Investigates root causes and explores multiple solutions to drive effective outcomes.

Initiative & Strategic Execution

• Operates independently, determining methods and procedures for new or unique assignments.
• Makes decisions aligned with functional strategies and objectives, ensuring results are impactful and sustainable.

Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English and French) preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of industry experience in progressively senior positions with a minimum of 7 years’ experience in construction project management as part of a cross functional team.

Please visit our career page by clicking on the following link: https://www.mackenzieinvestments.com/en/careers

We thank all applicants for their interest in Mackenzie Investments; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Mackenzie Investments is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier free recruitment experience. If you require an accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.

Please apply by September 4, 2025.

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