About the role

The Assistant Project Manager will support project initiation, client onboarding, and document management while coordinating meetings and procurement processes. They will also ensure project compliance, manage invoices, and collaborate with internal teams and contractors to achieve project goals.

What they look for

Project management Document management Construction support Meeting coordination Procurement Project compliance Invoicing Reporting Team collaboration MS Outlook MS Word MS Excel MS PowerPoint MS Project P6

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in project management within construction or real estate and hold a recognized university degree in Engineering or Architecture. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and project management software is required, with a willingness to pursue professional certifications like PMP or CAPM.

Benefits

Health insurance Dental insurance Paramedical services Health spending account RRSP matching Learning and development budget Professional membership fee coverage Vacation days Flex days Sick days

Full description

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. 

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. 

Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. 

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.  

Job Description

As an Assistant Project Manager in Real Estate, you will be involved in: 

Onboarding and Documentation: Assist with project initiation, client onboarding, and document management.

Design and Construction Support: Help with design, construction processes, submittals, and RFIs.

Meeting Coordination: Coordinate project meetings.

Procurement Assistance: Assist in procuring consultants, contractors, and third-party vendors.

Project Compliance and Reporting: Ensure compliance with document controls, manage invoices, and provide project reports.

Team Collaboration: Collaborate with internal resources and contractors to achieve project goals. Foster effective teamwork.

Qualifications

2+ years of experience as an Assistant Project Manager coordinating projects and assisting construction projects of increasing complexity required.

A recognized university degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Architecture or a relevant subject

Willingness to work toward CAPM, PMP or P.Eng

Proficient in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint, & MSProject or P6.

Bilingual with English and French is an asset or may be a requirement

Additional Information

What's in it for you... 

100% covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents (including paramedical services)

Health spending account, to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program

RRSP option with company matching

Annual learning and development budget

Access to a range of online learning tools, and support for career development and growth

Coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year, if directly related to your role

Comprehensive package of Vacation days, flex days and sick days.

A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives

Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging

The base salary range for this full-time role is $60,000 - $85,000 per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. 

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.  

At Turner & Townsend, we wholeheartedly adopt diversity. This dedication extends to our team, clients, and communities. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or any other legally protected grounds. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Turner & Townsend is dedicated to encouraging a safe, healthy, and accessible environment. We are an Equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request. 

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