Senior Project Manager - Municipal
Top Benefits
About the role
Overview:
At Colliers Project Leaders, we deliver capital project solutions to fulfill our clients’ needs across the built environment. The work we do makes a difference in communities and for the people who live there. We have a passion for it.
Our commitment to realizing our clients' vision inspires us to look beyond the immediate – to the possibilities of what we can achieve together. We are 18,000 projects and counting – improving lives and helping shape the growth of sustainable, progressive and inclusive communities.
Your role
Join our team as a Senior Project Manager to join our British Columbia Business Unit on Vancouver Island! In this role, you will lead a diverse range of municipal, major capital building and infrastructure projects across the province, working alongside a talented team of industry experts.
You will leverage your project management expertise to oversee projects of varying sizes and complexity. These include large-scale developments for higher education institutions—such as student housing and academic buildings—civic facilities including libraries, police and fire stations, recreational complexes, and multi-stakeholder initiatives for provincial and federal entities as well as Crown corporations.
This is a strategic leadership role offering the opportunity to drive the growth of our business in a way that aligns with both your personal values and the diverse needs of the communities we serve. We are looking for a driven, self-motivated, and collaborative Senior Project Manager who is passionate about leading projects and fostering strong, enduring relationships with clients, senior leaders, and key decision-makers.
Responsibilities:
-
- Proven track record with 8+ years of project management experience, ideally within large-scale municipal infrastructure projects, demonstrating your ability to lead complex, high-impact initiatives.
- Deep expertise in design, construction, and operations, with a strong understanding of how to navigate the challenges of institutional projects across sectors like education, civic, and infrastructure.
- Strong financial acumen, with experience managing project budgets, forecasts, and ensuring cost-effective delivery.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or an equivalent designation is highly valued, demonstrating your commitment to professional excellence.
- Expert in client and stakeholder management, with the ability to influence key decision-makers and resolve a variety of challenges, whether commercial, technical, or interpersonal, while maintaining focus on project objectives and ensuring smooth coordination.
- Educational background in Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Business Administration, or a related field showcasing your strong foundation in project management, design, and construction principles.
- Proven success in business development, with experience closing new deals, winning high-profile projects, and confidently leading client interviews.
Approximate Base Salary Range for Role:$97,920 - $134,640CAD.
Base Salary pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location and reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire base salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Annual bonus opportunities are in addition to base salary.
Don’t have every single qualification?
We know that some people are less likely to apply for a job unless they are a perfect match. At Colliers Project Leaders, we’re not looking for “perfect matches.” We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but don’t have every single qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. Whether it’s this role or another one, you may be just the right candidate.
What you can expect:
- An opportunity to truly impact our communities
- A flexible work environment
- A comprehensive onboarding experience
- Significant professional development, training, and a mentorship program
- A paid volunteer day
- An environment where people feel welcome, heard and included, regardless of their differences
- And much more!
Join our team of difference-makers and help shape the growth of dynamic communities!
Qualifications:
- A strong desire to grow the business presence in the local market and meet company growth targets.
- A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in operations leadership and business unit growth, preferably in professional services
- A university degree or diploma in business administration, commerce, finance, engineering, architecture, construction management, or comparable degree (or an equivalent combination of academic and practical experience)
- Clear understanding of a professional services business model, including workforce composition and resource management strategies, risk management strategies, and commercial strategies
- A network of industry contacts and relationships within the region as well as involvement with applicable regional industry and trade associations
- Ability to provide leadership, inspiration, guidance, and management support to a team of practitioners, as they define their career goals, develop their skills, and serve our clients
- Ability to meet or exceed financial business objectives
- Excellent verbal and written communication, facilitation and presentation skills
- The ability to project and maintain a positive outlook, demonstrate an energetic disposition, and mentor teams to achieve business growth ambitions
- Demonstrated experience working respectfully in cross-cultural settings, including building, and maintaining relationships with Indigenous communities considered an asset
Approximate Base Salary Range for Role: $115,000 CAD to $145,000 CAD.
Base Salary pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location and reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire base salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Annual bonus opportunities are in addition to base salary.
**Don’t have every single qualification?**We know that some people are less likely to apply for a job unless they are a perfect match. At Colliers Project Leaders, we’re not looking for “perfect matches.” We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but don’t have every single qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. Whether it’s this role or another one, you may be just the right candidate.
What you can expect:
- An opportunity to truly impact our communities
- A flexible work environment
- A comprehensive onboarding experience
- Significant professional development, training, and a mentorship program
- A paid volunteer day
- An environment where people feel welcome, heard and included, regardless of their differences
- And much more!
Join our team of difference-makers and help shape the growth of dynamic communities.
#LI-CD1
Disclaimer:
Colliers Project Leaders is part of Colliers (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI), a leading diversified professional services and investment management company, with more than 17,000 professional operating in 63 countries.
Colliers Project Leaders has suspended our COVID-19 vaccination requirement. In circumstances where our clients have a different COVID-19 vaccination policy, the Clients’ requirements will supersede.
Colliers Project Leaders is an equal opportunity employer and celebrates diversity in its workforce. Colliers 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 to participate in the recruitment process, please advise the assigned Talent Acquisition Business Partner.
Colliers Project Leaders standard recruitment process requires applicants to be subjected to formal background and reference checks prior to their hiring.
About Colliers Project Leaders | Canada
Our project managers don’t just deliver projects on-time and on-budget—we integrate seamlessly with in-house resources, becoming a true partner committed to client success. We offer total support, whether it’s a single, one-time requirement or full management of the project from start to finish.
Our approach to project management is based on a single, powerful solution: a dedicated project manager representing the facility owner on the construction site and in the boardroom. Project leadership is our business.
A career with Colliers Project Leaders is your opportunity to be recognized as an industry leader. You’ll incorporate your entrepreneurial spirit, skills and passion while taking on new challenges that will help you grow.
You will work with inspiring colleagues and strong leaders who will support you in your career and professional development. We'll even help you attain and maintain your PMP designation and LEED accreditation.
Similar jobs you might like
Senior Project Manager - Municipal
Top Benefits
About the role
Overview:
At Colliers Project Leaders, we deliver capital project solutions to fulfill our clients’ needs across the built environment. The work we do makes a difference in communities and for the people who live there. We have a passion for it.
Our commitment to realizing our clients' vision inspires us to look beyond the immediate – to the possibilities of what we can achieve together. We are 18,000 projects and counting – improving lives and helping shape the growth of sustainable, progressive and inclusive communities.
Your role
Join our team as a Senior Project Manager to join our British Columbia Business Unit on Vancouver Island! In this role, you will lead a diverse range of municipal, major capital building and infrastructure projects across the province, working alongside a talented team of industry experts.
You will leverage your project management expertise to oversee projects of varying sizes and complexity. These include large-scale developments for higher education institutions—such as student housing and academic buildings—civic facilities including libraries, police and fire stations, recreational complexes, and multi-stakeholder initiatives for provincial and federal entities as well as Crown corporations.
This is a strategic leadership role offering the opportunity to drive the growth of our business in a way that aligns with both your personal values and the diverse needs of the communities we serve. We are looking for a driven, self-motivated, and collaborative Senior Project Manager who is passionate about leading projects and fostering strong, enduring relationships with clients, senior leaders, and key decision-makers.
Responsibilities:
-
- Proven track record with 8+ years of project management experience, ideally within large-scale municipal infrastructure projects, demonstrating your ability to lead complex, high-impact initiatives.
- Deep expertise in design, construction, and operations, with a strong understanding of how to navigate the challenges of institutional projects across sectors like education, civic, and infrastructure.
- Strong financial acumen, with experience managing project budgets, forecasts, and ensuring cost-effective delivery.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or an equivalent designation is highly valued, demonstrating your commitment to professional excellence.
- Expert in client and stakeholder management, with the ability to influence key decision-makers and resolve a variety of challenges, whether commercial, technical, or interpersonal, while maintaining focus on project objectives and ensuring smooth coordination.
- Educational background in Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Business Administration, or a related field showcasing your strong foundation in project management, design, and construction principles.
- Proven success in business development, with experience closing new deals, winning high-profile projects, and confidently leading client interviews.
Approximate Base Salary Range for Role:$97,920 - $134,640CAD.
Base Salary pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location and reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire base salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Annual bonus opportunities are in addition to base salary.
Don’t have every single qualification?
We know that some people are less likely to apply for a job unless they are a perfect match. At Colliers Project Leaders, we’re not looking for “perfect matches.” We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but don’t have every single qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. Whether it’s this role or another one, you may be just the right candidate.
What you can expect:
- An opportunity to truly impact our communities
- A flexible work environment
- A comprehensive onboarding experience
- Significant professional development, training, and a mentorship program
- A paid volunteer day
- An environment where people feel welcome, heard and included, regardless of their differences
- And much more!
Join our team of difference-makers and help shape the growth of dynamic communities!
Qualifications:
- A strong desire to grow the business presence in the local market and meet company growth targets.
- A minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in operations leadership and business unit growth, preferably in professional services
- A university degree or diploma in business administration, commerce, finance, engineering, architecture, construction management, or comparable degree (or an equivalent combination of academic and practical experience)
- Clear understanding of a professional services business model, including workforce composition and resource management strategies, risk management strategies, and commercial strategies
- A network of industry contacts and relationships within the region as well as involvement with applicable regional industry and trade associations
- Ability to provide leadership, inspiration, guidance, and management support to a team of practitioners, as they define their career goals, develop their skills, and serve our clients
- Ability to meet or exceed financial business objectives
- Excellent verbal and written communication, facilitation and presentation skills
- The ability to project and maintain a positive outlook, demonstrate an energetic disposition, and mentor teams to achieve business growth ambitions
- Demonstrated experience working respectfully in cross-cultural settings, including building, and maintaining relationships with Indigenous communities considered an asset
Approximate Base Salary Range for Role: $115,000 CAD to $145,000 CAD.
Base Salary pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location and reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire base salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Annual bonus opportunities are in addition to base salary.
**Don’t have every single qualification?**We know that some people are less likely to apply for a job unless they are a perfect match. At Colliers Project Leaders, we’re not looking for “perfect matches.” We’re looking to welcome people to our diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but don’t have every single qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. Whether it’s this role or another one, you may be just the right candidate.
What you can expect:
- An opportunity to truly impact our communities
- A flexible work environment
- A comprehensive onboarding experience
- Significant professional development, training, and a mentorship program
- A paid volunteer day
- An environment where people feel welcome, heard and included, regardless of their differences
- And much more!
Join our team of difference-makers and help shape the growth of dynamic communities.
#LI-CD1
Disclaimer:
Colliers Project Leaders is part of Colliers (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI), a leading diversified professional services and investment management company, with more than 17,000 professional operating in 63 countries.
Colliers Project Leaders has suspended our COVID-19 vaccination requirement. In circumstances where our clients have a different COVID-19 vaccination policy, the Clients’ requirements will supersede.
Colliers Project Leaders is an equal opportunity employer and celebrates diversity in its workforce. Colliers 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 to participate in the recruitment process, please advise the assigned Talent Acquisition Business Partner.
Colliers Project Leaders standard recruitment process requires applicants to be subjected to formal background and reference checks prior to their hiring.
About Colliers Project Leaders | Canada
Our project managers don’t just deliver projects on-time and on-budget—we integrate seamlessly with in-house resources, becoming a true partner committed to client success. We offer total support, whether it’s a single, one-time requirement or full management of the project from start to finish.
Our approach to project management is based on a single, powerful solution: a dedicated project manager representing the facility owner on the construction site and in the boardroom. Project leadership is our business.
A career with Colliers Project Leaders is your opportunity to be recognized as an industry leader. You’ll incorporate your entrepreneurial spirit, skills and passion while taking on new challenges that will help you grow.
You will work with inspiring colleagues and strong leaders who will support you in your career and professional development. We'll even help you attain and maintain your PMP designation and LEED accreditation.