Construction Project Manager

Job summary

Manage construction, renovation, and development projects from concept and design through completion, overseeing schedules, budgets, contractors, vendors, and project documentation. Monitor site progress and workmanship, manage costs and risks, coordinate work around retail operations, and provide updates to senior leadership.

Job details

Raffi Jewellers is home to the most prestigious luxury brands in the world. Whether commemorating a special event, expressing love or admiration, or building a personal collection, our guests come to us for the perfect piece. We love being in the business of creating cherished memories and forging lifelong relationships with our guests. We are honoured to play a small role in your special occasions. And we vow to do everything we can to help elevate special moments to the exceptional. Our Team embodies our core values, professionalism, integrity and care. They provide exceptional assistance to each of their clients by developing their product knowledge and building a meaningful rapport with clients. Raffi Jewellers operates in 2 locations in Ontario at our Flagship Boutique in Cambridge and in Conestoga Mall in Waterloo. Your Impact: Raffi Jewellers is looking for an experienced Construction / Project Manager to oversee our high-end retail construction, renovation, and development projects from concept through completion. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in construction, design, and project management, with a background in luxury retail, commercial construction, high-end residential, hospitality, or a similar environment. This individual will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship. Key Responsibilities Manage construction, renovation, and development projects from initial concept and design through completion. Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, schedules, and deliverables. Coordinate architects, designers, contractors, trades, vendors, and other project partners. Review drawings, plans, specifications, finishes, millwork, and construction documentation. Oversee the quality and execution of high-end finishes, custom millwork, lighting, fixtures, and other specialty elements. Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, workmanship, and adherence to project plans. Obtain and review quotations, manage project costs, and monitor change orders and expenses. Identify and resolve construction issues, delays, and risks proactively. Manage vendor and contractor relationships and ensure work is completed according to agreed specifications and timelines. Coordinate construction activities with retail operations to minimize disruption to clients and employees. Provide regular project updates to senior leadership. Qualifications & Experience 5+ years of experience in construction and/or project management. A bachelor's degree or diploma in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, or a related field, with a PMP designation considered a strong asset. Experience managing projects from concept and design through construction and completion. Experience in luxury retail, commercial construction, high-end residential, or hospitality is strongly preferred. Strong understanding of construction processes, materials, trades, finishes, and timelines. Excellent budgeting, scheduling, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously. Strong communication and negotiation skills. Ability to read and understand architectural drawings and construction plans. The Benefits: Professional, sophisticated environment where team members learn and grow with extensive training programs. Employee discount and other perks. Employee health benefits paid for by Raffi. In-house gourmet coffee. We do not use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, to support our recruitment process at this time. This job posting is for a current vacancy. Raffi Jewellers promotes fair and equitable recruitment practices. Accommodations are available upon request for Candidates with disabilities taking part in the recruitment process.

What you’ll do

Manage construction, renovation, and development projects from concept and design through completion, overseeing schedules, budgets, contractors, vendors, and project documentation. Monitor site progress and workmanship, manage costs and risks, coordinate work around retail operations, and provide updates to senior leadership.

Requirements

Requires at least five years of construction and/or project management experience and a bachelor's degree or diploma in a related field; a PMP designation is considered an asset. Candidates should understand construction processes, materials, trades, finishes, schedules, and architectural plans, with strong budgeting, organizational, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Employee Discount
• Employee Health Benefits
• Extensive Training Programs
• In-House Gourmet Coffee
• Other Employee Perks

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Construction Project Management
• Project Scheduling
• Budget Management
• Stakeholder Coordination
• Architectural Drawing Interpretation
• Construction Documentation Review
• Quality Control
• Cost Estimation
• Change Order Management
• Risk Management
• Vendor Management
• Contractor Management
• Problem-Solving
• Communication
• Negotiation
• Retail Operations Coordination

Job areas

• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Retail
• Engineering

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