Assistant Project Manager

Colliers Project Leaders is a company dedicated to delivering capital project solutions that improve communities. The Assistant Project Manager will collaborate with clients, support project delivery, and engage with diverse groups to enhance community infrastructure and promote economic opportunities in northern Canada. Responsibilities Demonstrate a commitment to improving the communities you work in by respecting local knowledge, customs, and the culture of the people, particularly Indigenous communities Continuously develop delegation skills and take on increasing responsibility for leading project deliverables Gain knowledge of Colliers’ service lines and actively promote these services to support clients effectively Learn the essentials of building and maintaining strong client relationships Provide project delivery support to assigned Project Managers (PMs) to ensure successful outcomes Execute tasks in compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS) to maintain high standards of work Build expertise in Assistant Project Manager responsibilities and deliverables Support Indigenous communities in fostering economic growth through strategic land planning, land development, and business development initiatives Assist and support various orders of government in emergency preparedness and recovery efforts after climate-related disasters Collaborate with community leaders, stakeholders, funding partners, and design and construction professionals to plan and implement capital building and infrastructure projects Engage with diverse client groups, including various orders of government, Indigenous groups, private enterprise, and NGO’s, across both public and private sectors Travel to project sites and remote communities may be required on occasion Skills Ideally 1-3 years of experience in project coordination, with exposure supporting project delivery in fields such as construction, engineering, abatement and remediation A technical certification or diploma in Engineering or Construction (or an equivalent combination of academic and practical experience) Familiarity with codes, regulations, contracts, construction administration, and site inspections Strong written and verbal communication skills A client-focused approach with excellent customer service abilities Experience in fostering long-term client relationships and collaborating with community governments and Indigenous groups Interest in attaining a PMP certification would be a valuable asset Benefits 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! Company Overview Our project managers don’t just deliver projects on-time and on-budget—we integrate seamlessly with in-house resources, becoming a true partner committed to client success. It was founded in 1989, and is headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario, CAN, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is