Manager, Construction

Toronto, ON

 Our client, a real estate investment and asset management firm is looking to add a Manager, Construction to their growing team.  They provide institutional and high net worth investors with direct access to commercial real estate assets. Through the execution of their disciplined investment approach and active management of their properties, they strive to deliver stable income and attractive long-term returns through a diversified portfolio of office, industrial, retail and multi-family residential properties. They are comprised of over 50 real estate investment professionals headquartered in Toronto.

 Role Overview

The Manager, Construction supports the execution of construction and capital improvement projects across the firm’s real estate portfolio. This role is responsible for day-to-day project oversight, cost control, schedule management, and coordination of consultants and contractors from pre-construction through close-out. Working closely with Development, Asset Management, and Investments teams, the Manager ensures projects are delivered in accordance with approved business plans, budgets, and institutional quality standards.

The role includes select external engagement with clients, investors, municipal staff, and other stakeholders. The successful candidate must be comfortable representing our client in professional settings, delivering clear project updates, and participating in meetings with senior municipal or government officials when required.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have success in project execution and organization, experience with cost control and schedule management, contractor and consultant coordination.

Specifically:

•  Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field

• 7 –10 years of construction or development experience in commercial real estate

• Experience managing projects on behalf of owners, developers, or institutional investors

• Strong knowledge of Canadian construction practices, contracts, and regulations

• Experience with value-add renovations, tenant improvements, and/or ground-up development

• Proficiency in construction cost control and scheduling tools

• PMP, P.Eng., LEED, or equivalent designation considered an asset

 Key role Responsibilities:

•  Manage multiple construction and capital projects concurrently across Canada

• Oversee day-to-day construction activities from pre-construction through completion

• Monitor contractor performance to ensure adherence to scope, schedule, and budget

• Conduct regular site visits and chair construction progress meetings

• Assist in preparation of construction budgets, schedules, and cost estimates

• Support tendering processes, contractor evaluations, and contract negotiations

• Review drawings, specifications, and consultant deliverables for constructability and cost efficiency

• Coordinate value engineering initiatives where appropriate

• Track construction costs, contingencies, and cash flow

• Review and process change orders, progress draws, and consultant invoices

• Maintain accurate cost reporting and forecasting

• Support lender and investor reporting related to construction activities

• Ensure compliance with Canadian building codes, safety regulations, and municipal requirements

• Support implementation of site safety programs and quality control standards

• Identify potential construction risks and escalate issues proactively

• Manage deficiency lists and coordinate close-out documentation

• Liaise with general contractors, consultants, municipal authorities, and utility providers

• Coordinate with Asset Management on tenant improvements, leasing requirements, and turnover

• Provide clear and timely updates to internal stakeholders and senior management

   Compensation

$148k-$160k

Date Posted

2026-01-28

How to Apply

Please send your resume in confidence to nchapman@nlcrecruiting.ca