At Dunsire, we don’t just build homes — we build opportunity. As a leading developer with an active pipeline of purpose-built rental communities and new home construction across Southern Ontario, we offer our team the confidence of working with a company that’s moving forward, not standing still. While others are slowing down, Dunsire is scaling up, with multiple low-rise, mid-rise, and rental projects underway — strengthened by our partnership with Drewlo Holdings, one of the region’s most respected rental developers.
Our award-winning communities are a testament to the pride we take in quality, innovation, and bringing “wow” to every stage from design to delivery. We’re passionate about creating not only outstanding homes but also an outstanding workplace, where top talent is inspired, supported, and given room to grow. At Dunsire, you’re joining a team built on integrity, resilience, and long-term vision — a place where you can build your career with confidence, no matter what the market brings.

Job Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 8+ years of related Project Management experience in residential construction.
• Post-Secondary Education and practical experience in a construction related field, architecture, engineering, building science, construction management or other related discipline and/or equivalent professional work experience.
• Professional Designation in Project Management (construction) preferred.
• Knowledge and application of safety and environment principles/procedures/ legislation.
• Residential construction workflow knowledge and experience – Low Rise preferred
• Demonstrated experience in scheduling, critical path management and pro forma management
• Architectural Experience; Reading Plans, Buildability and Value engineering
• Contract Experience; Estimating / Rules of Thumb, Waste and Contingency
• In-depth knowledge of construction industry, including building materials, construction specifications, methods and procedures, safety, and quality management practices.
• Ability to identify and manage risk and opportunities on construction projects.
• Demonstrated proficiency in managing project budgets, from inception to post construction.
• Knowledge of cost and change management.
• Ability to create and manage the document control process for a project.
• Ability to write and administer simple subcontracts and purchase orders.
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders and decision makers.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Creative problem solving, effective time management and logical decision-making ability
• Provide leadership, direction and motivation to the project team.
• Demonstrate flexibility and ability to work in a change environment.
• Effective communication in both verbal and written in English
• Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Project and other MS Suite Products.
• Sound knowledge of Ontario building codes and legislation
• Capacity to motivate, lead and boost morale of team members
• Must have a valid G Class License and access to own vehicl

ROLE OVERVIEW:

The Project Manager is responsible for managing multiple residential construction projects including planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and execution of a project. Project management responsibilities include the coordination and completion of projects on time within budget and within scope. Oversee all aspects of projects. Set deadlines, assign responsibilities and monitor and summarize progress of project. Prepare reports for upper management regarding status of project. The ideal candidate will have strong client and trades management skills, a high standard of quality and accountability, experience in value engineering, budgeting, scheduling, and risk mitigation.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fully accountable for developing and managing project schedules, ensuring alignment with all departments to drive timely and successful project delivery from inception to completion.
• Accountable for leading the overall coordination and follow through of project tasks and timelines across internal teams and external partners, ensuring alignment with the company’s core pillars throughout the project lifecycle.
• Accountable for the overall creation of project plans, including ongoing monitoring, troubleshooting, and reporting, using project management software to ensure transparency and control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Responsible for developing project budgets and overseeing their ongoing management, including monthly reporting to ensure adherence to financial targets and project objectives. Oversees the execution of all project and product specific scopes of work, ensuring review and approvals are in place for the required internal stakeholders.
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
• Takes a proactive approach to risk management by identifying potential issues early, implementing mitigation strategies, and minimizing project disruptions.
• Responsible for identifying, fostering, and managing strong, professional relationships with third-party vendors and partners to support successful project execution. Delegate project tasks based on team members’ individual strengths, skill sets and experience levels
• Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals
• Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis
• Develop comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients as well as other staff members
• Develop spreadsheets, diagrams and process maps to document needs
• Overseeing and actively participating in contract negotiations with vendors and senior staff
• Assist in the estimation of project duration, budget planning, project scope, control and resource requirements
• Oversee and responsible for the preparation of tender packages, including scope of work for all trades, ensuring to minimize scope gaps
• Ensuring compliance and adherence to Tarion Warranty Standards and the Construction Performance Guidelines (CPG)
• Ensuring all Health and Safety standards are adhered to by all team members, leading by example
• Understands and enforces the contract documents and resolves disputes.
• Manage contractors, engineers, designer and architects with ease while maintaining excellent service
• Create and oversee monthly variances reporting, forecasting, and asset management
• Manage change orders throughout the duration of the project, including negotiating, processing, assessing cost and schedule impact while maintaining positive cash flow. (Risk Management)
• Responsible for project status meetings, ensuring minutes are properly prepared/reviewed and promptly distributed
• Liaise and coordinate with site personnel
• Responsible for claims/dispute negotiations with trade contractors and other third parties (managing escalations)
• Participates in overall project closeout, including document archival, maintenance and warranty manuals, deficiencies, security reductions, and warranty work.
• Report all department Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) monthly to Leadership team
• Other duties as may be assigned

Job Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 8+ years of related Project Management experience in residential construction.
• Post-Secondary Education and practical experience in a construction related field, architecture, engineering, building science, construction management or other related discipline and/or equivalent professional work experience.
• Professional Designation in Project Management (construction) preferred.
• Knowledge and application of safety and environment principles/procedures/ legislation.
• Residential construction workflow knowledge and experience – Low Rise preferred
• Demonstrated experience in scheduling, critical path management and pro forma management
• Architectural Experience; Reading Plans, Buildability and Value engineering
• Contract Experience; Estimating / Rules of Thumb, Waste and Contingency
• In-depth knowledge of construction industry, including building materials, construction specifications, methods and procedures, safety, and quality management practices.
• Ability to identify and manage risk and opportunities on construction projects.
• Demonstrated proficiency in managing project budgets, from inception to post construction.
• Knowledge of cost and change management.
• Ability to create and manage the document control process for a project.
• Ability to write and administer simple subcontracts and purchase orders.
• Strong planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders and decision makers.
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Creative problem solving, effective time management and logical decision-making ability
• Provide leadership, direction and motivation to the project team.
• Demonstrate flexibility and ability to work in a change environment.
• Effective communication in both verbal and written in English
• Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Project and other MS Suite Products.
• Sound knowledge of Ontario building codes and legislation
• Capacity to motivate, lead and boost morale of team members
• Must have a valid G Class License and access to own vehicle