We are seeking a competitive & determined Project Manager, Development, responsible for overseeing the General Contractor on high-rise, mid-rise and stacked townhouse projects. This includes directing construction execution, managing project schedules and budgets, and coordinating internal and external stakeholders.

The role also represents Caivan as the Builder’s primary liaison with the external land Developers’ construction teams on low-rise communities. The position is the critical link between land servicing milestones and internal homebuilding production teams, protecting the Builder’s schedule, technical & quality integrity, and financial objectives.

We are always looking for resourceful, passionate people who are energized by a challenge and committed to continuous growth.

If you’re driven by progress, enjoy solving challenging problems, and see growth as something you create for yourself and others, you’ll find plenty of opportunity to make an impact at Caivan.

Caivan is one of Canada’s largest integrated land development, manufacturing, and homebuilding organizations. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Ottawa, Caivan is building across more than 50 communities throughout Ottawa and the Greater Toronto Area and holds a land portfolio of more than 50,000 lots. As we continue to grow, we are actively expanding our land and construction portfolios across the GTA, and exploring multiple built forms to deliver housing for families throughout the region.

Why Caivan?

Industry Leading Wages

Annual Paid Operations Shutdown (in addition to Paid Vacation Days)

Complimentary Daily Lunch Program

Company-Paid Health & Dental Coverage

Coordinating Benefits

Life Insurance where applicable

Group Benefits & Perks (including Goodlife & Bell Mobile)

You will Bring

University Degree in Engineering, Finance or Planning or College Diploma related to Construction Engineering Technician, Civil Engineering Technology, or similar field
5-8 years of experience in a similar role within a development or construction environment
Strong proficiency working in Microsoft Word, Excel, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and SharePoint programs

Exceptional Skills Required

Experience acting as an Owner’s Representative overseeing a general contractor on high-density projects with underground parking
Working knowledge of low-rise land development, lot servicing and municipal assumption processes
Analytical and detail-oriented with a keen focus on producing accurate and high caliber work
Excellent communication and analytical problem-solving skills
Self-motivated and excels both in a team and independently
A willingness to support the team as required and work in a collaborative manner
The ability to adapt to changing priorities and work in a fast-paced environment

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Communication

Keep internal and external teams current through progress and coordination meetings, and maintain project documentation and databases
Liaise with Sales & Marketing, municipalities and utility authorities on community construction matters
Guide the permits to be delivered on schedule, oversee consultant updates and support the permits team with crafting responses
Manage and track all permit service applications to prevent administrative delays to construction starts
Outline the tender schedule, assist with the trade invite list, review bid evaluations and track negotiations through contract issuance for budget adherence
Review the tender analysis and input on award approvals, holding schedule and quality standards through construction

Construction Delivery & Site Oversight

Oversee construction of servicing, underground parking, above-grade stacks and mid-rise, pre-servicing works such as excavation and shoring, plus siteworks and landscaping through to homeowner turnover
Walk the site weekly, document status and issues, and direct the site superintendent, trades and consultants to hold quality and schedule

Developer Coordination

Serve as the Builder’s primary point of contact with the external land developers’ construction teams, providing strategic inputinto land servicing, and aligning lot delivery and utility milestones with the homebuilding Production Schedule
Proactively address developer delays, boundary discrepancies, and site condition issues to protect Builder timelines

Technical and Design Review, Grading & Siting

Review developer grading plans, servicing layouts, inverts, and soils and de-watering information to surface conflicts before they reach the field
Oversee and review the consultant Working Drawings through to Issued-for-Construction for design enhancement, value engineering, driving standards alignment and built-in quality
Validate pre-grade site conditions and ensure developer grading matches approved engineering benchmarks

Budget, Draws & Cost Control

Build, forecast and maintain construction budgets, monthly progress draws, and the quarterly Estimated Cost to Complete
Identify cost exposure early and bring solutions before money is spent

Turnover & Close-out

Lead turnover and close-out, including close-out documentation, Site Plan close-out, condominium registration and handover to property managers, and support the warranty team on land and performance audit issues
Provide technical support at builder turnover meetings and document deficiencies before lot or unit acceptance

Additional Notes

Primarily office-based, with regular site visits, as required, to monitor and oversee land development construction activities and ensure work is progressing in accordance with approved plans, specifications, schedules, and quality standards
This is a full-time, in-person role
Work may involve exposure to weather, noise, dust, and high-risk activities
Ability to adapt to changing site conditions and priorities
PPE (hard hat, hi-vis & steel toes boots) is required at all times in field settings
Ability to travel to different projects throughout the GTA
This role requires a valid Ontario Class G driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

We carefully review all applications and will contact candidates whose skills, experience, and qualifications most closely align with the requirements of the position.

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support the application review and candidate screening process. All hiring decisions involve human review and oversight.

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the selection process, please contact Human Resources and we will work with you to meet your needs.

This position is available due to an expanding Team.

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