Job Description

Founded in 1988, and headquartered in Toronto, Tricon Residential is one of North America's preeminent rental housing providers.


Tricon was one of the first movers to enter Toronto's purpose-built rental apartment sector with scale in 2016 and is developing the highest quality multi-family portfolio in North America's fastest growing city. Tricon is the leader and most active developer in the marketplace with a 6,000+ pipeline of new units. At Tricon, we are reimagining rental living - Tricon properties are concentrated in prime downtown Toronto locations, and are defined by design excellence, signature resort-quality amenities, exceptional customer service, and lifestyle programming that fosters connections and builds community. To learn more, please visit: Tricon Residential Toronto

The Project Manager, Commercial Construction is passionate about building projects that will reimagine Toronto's skyline and communities. They have knowledge of mixed-use and residential construction that supports Tricon's multi-residential strategy.




The Project Manager, Commercial Construction plays a key role in all aspects of building projects. They are responsible for managing all aspects of the commercial construction process as part of our mixed-use development pipeline. The incumbent has strong organizational skills, an in-depth understanding of construction processes, and the ability to work with a variety of stakeholders, including contractors, architects, and internal teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversee the entire process of tenant construction from start to finish, ensuring that work aligns with lease agreements, project timelines, and budget. Assume overall responsibility for managing the construction process, including defining project scope and identifying a critical path, establishing key milestones, and leading the timing of each construction stage. Act as the main point of contact between tenants, contractors, construction managers, architects, and internal teams to ensure smooth communication and resolve any issues that arise during the construction process. Review and monitor construction schedules, ensuring that milestones are met, and deadlines are adhered to and evaluate and prioritize projects based on business objectives and tenant requirements. Ensure that all tenant construction projects comply with local building codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations. Implement processes to monitor and maintain the highest quality of work. Track and manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions and that any changes are documented and approved and oversee the preparation and approval of retail construction project budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions while maintaining the quality and scope of work. Review and approve change orders, invoices, and budget revisions. Review and approve all necessary permits and compliance documentation before and during the construction process and ensure all necessary permits, approvals, and inspections are obtained in accordance with local laws and regulations. Monitor project compliance with lease agreements and other contractual obligations. Conduct regular site visits to assess the progress of construction, ensuring that work is being completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications. Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., senior management, development, asset management, operations) and external stakeholders (e.g., municipal authorities, contractors) to ensure alignment of project objectives. Provide regular updates and reports on project status, including budget performance, timelines, and risks. Maintain accurate project documentation for tracking and future reference. Manage relationships with external vendors, ensuring contractors and subcontractors perform as per agreements and timelines. Stay current on construction industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices. Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve project delivery. Determine the resources required to ensure all aspects of the project are managed appropriately. Manage consultant working drawing groups and meetings. Develop effective ways to measure and analyze the project's progress.

Qualifications:

Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software. Analytical problem solving with the ability to understand the overall big picture. Entrepreneurial perspective with a strong business acumen. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. Ability to remain resilient in the face of ambiguity. Demonstrate the ability to influence and build relationships across all levels of the organization. Integrity, initiative, attention to detail and a proven work ethic. The ability to take direction and work independently. The willingness and ability to get hands on when needed to move a project forward or troubleshoot issues.

Minimum Requirements:

A minimum of 5-8 years Project Management experience. Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management. Experience in retail or mixed-use development projects in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, including:

Frequently required to sit, talk, and hear. Frequently required to stand and move; use hands to grasp, squeeze, finger, handle, and feel; reach, push, and pull with hands and arms; occasionally required to twist; reach overhead; stoop, kneel, squat, bend, and crouch. Occasionally lift, carry, and move up to 10 pounds. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

Work Schedule

: This is a full-time, in-office position. Employees are expected to work onsite Monday through Friday during regular business hours.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, including:

Frequently required to sit, talk, and hear. Frequently required to stand and move; use hands to grasp, squeeze, finger, handle, and feel; reach, push, and pull with hands and arms; occasionally required to twist; reach overhead; stoop, kneel, squat, bend, and crouch. Occasionally lift, carry, and move up to 10 pounds. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.


Tricon Residential Inc. is an owner, operator and developer of a portfolio of approximately 38,000 single-family rental homes in the U.S. Sun Belt and multi-family apartments in Canada. Our commitment to enriching the lives of our employees, residents and local communities underpins Tricon's culture and business philosophy. We provide high-quality rental housing options for families across the United States and Canada through our technology-enabled operating platform and dedicated on-the-ground operating teams. Our development programs are also delivering thousands of new rental homes and apartments as part of our commitment to help solve the housing supply shortage. At Tricon, we imagine a world where housing unlocks life's potential.


At Tricon, we are committed to creating a workplace where every individual is valued for their unique contributions, experiences, voices, and backgrounds. By embracing these principles, we aim to positively impact our business and the communities we serve, creating a lasting legacy where everyone can thrive.