Preconstruction Manager - Mechanical

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.

Your Role We're looking for Preconstruction Managers to join our Construction Solutions team. In this role you will dig deep into design and constructability options to help optimize your client's projects. You will bring your hands‑on experience in design, cost estimating and construction to the owner’s side of the table to provide real‑time, continuous feedback throughout the planning, design, and construction phases to minimize risks and maximize value.

Responsibilities Provide preconstruction leadership to deliver value‑based design and constructability options for projects across Canada Engage in design meetings with owners, architects and engineers during the design stage to provide real‑time recommendations to optimize cost, schedule, quality and constructability variables Review and comment on drawings (2D and 3D) and specifications prepared by design consultants and provide recommendations for constructability, value engineering and sequencing options Prepare and lead the development of Construction Management Plans (CMP) to support permitting applications considering construction logistics, site conditions, utilities, traffic impacts, health & safety, and impacts on adjacent property Lead design‑assist teams of trade contractors and consultants to investigate major building renovations and equipment upgrades to establish the most efficient and least disruptive sequence of works within occupied facilities Provide construction management support to owners and developers to augment their in‑house construction teams, bringing expertise in trade package development, trade procurement, construction management platform (e.g. Procore) implementation, and procedures development Assist industrial clients with equipment integration into base buildings that were not originally designed for this purpose, assembling a team of designers, code consultants and trade contractors to conduct feasibility studies, preliminary design, and cost estimating Conduct regular site visits at preconstruction and construction phases to conduct site assessments and prepare documentation as required on each project Actively participate in business development and proposals for new and existing clients to help grow the business and expand our professional service offering Maintain internal financial control of projects managed to ensure all activities and deliverables are managed within budget Prepare project plans and schedules and maintain compliance with internal Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure deliverables are developed to a consistently high standard Assist with training and mentoring of staff and provide leadership across all assigned projects Utilize tools such as RSMeans Online, Procore, cmBuilder, SketchUp, HoloBuilder, Drones, BuildingConnected, Autodesk Construction Cloud and others to prepare deliverables for Construction Solutions Qualifications Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, combined with experience in the construction industry Preconstruction Manager: 5–10 years of progressive work‑related experience in design, cost estimating, and construction Professional Engineering qualifications will be given preference PMP qualifications will be given preference, or willingness to obtain within one year Demonstrated familiarity with building codes, health & safety regulations, and regulatory permit requirements for the construction industry Strong ability to read and interpret drawings and design details In‑depth knowledge of trades relevant to commercial, industrial and civil construction Knowledge of government regulations regarding the construction industry Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Google communication tools like Gmail and Google Docs Knowledge of project management tools like Microsoft Project / Gantt chart planning tools 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. Approximate Salary Range for Preconstruction Manager: $90,000 to $120,000 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 standard recruitment process requires applicants to be subjected to formal background and reference checks prior to their hiring. #J-18808-Ljbffr