Job Description

Project Manager, Business Transition & Move Management

Job ID

228285

Posted

10-Jul-2025

Service line

PJM Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Project Management

Location(s)

Toronto - Ontario - Canada


About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Project Manager, for our Business Transition & Move Management division, to oversee relocation projects for our clients. This role is ideal for a dynamic professional with an understanding of move management, exceptional project management skills, and a passion for delivering seamless relocation experiences to clients across various markets.

As a Turner & Townsend Project Manager, you will be responsible for providing project management services to client accounts across various markets to help achieve the company's strategic business objectives and client satisfaction.
This job is part of the Project Management function. They are responsible for the management of projects from initiation through completion.

What You'll Do:Manage all areas of project management for business transition and move management projects, including decommission and industrial relocations. This includes initiation, planning, execution, quality control, decommissioning and closeout. Work directly with clients to prepare all elements of the project. This includes the scope of work, project delivery resource requirements, cost estimates & budget, work plan schedule & milestones, quality control, and risk identification. Define the project delivery resources from pre-qualified lists or through the project qualification process. Conduct a standard request for proposals, complete bid evaluations, and recommend resources to clients. Implement project documentation governance that is aligned with company and client requirements. Ensure project data integrity and documentation is accurate, timely, and coordinated. Direct the project delivery team by providing guidance and direction to achieve goals. Create action plans to meet objectives, budget, and schedule. Track the progress of each project and report status and variances. Demonstrate ability to identify project threats and develop risk mitigation and contingency plans. Implement action plans to reduce or eliminate project risks. Develop and manage budget pricing and practice risk mitigation throughout the project life cycle. Apply knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions. Facilitate project update meetings with stakeholders, tracking progress and driving accountability Facilitate presentations virtually and in-person providing information sessions to lines of business leaders and stakeholders Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement. Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams. Work within broad guidelines and policies. Explain difficult or sensitive information to relevant parties as needed.

Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend will be consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE Project Management, you will subsequently transfer to the newly formed entity that encompasses both organizations.
What You'll Need:Bachelor's Degree preferred with 3-5 years of relevant project management, with at least 2 years in relocation services. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. LEED AP, PMP, CMP. Proven track record managing relocation projects. Decommissioning experience is an asset. Knowledge, understanding or experience in change management is an asset. Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing deadlines Experience managing cross-functional teams and third-party vendors Strong interpersonal and client-facing communication abilities Ability to exercise judgement based on the analysis of multiple sources of information. Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions High attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills Willingness and ability to travel as needed (domestically) Flexibility in schedule and available for after-hours/weekend hours (when necessary) Proficiency in project management tools MS Projects, Smartsheet, etc. In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc. A strong desire to work across various markets not limited to - finance, healthcare, industrial, education and technology.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CBRE is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages application from all persons regardless of race, creed, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity or expression, disability or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, provincial or territorial law.

Candidate Accommodations:

CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individual with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at Via telephone at +1 866 388 4346 (Canada) and +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.)