Project Manager, Interior Design – Montreal

  • Full-time

Company Description

A Canadian leader in architecture and design, Lemay has experienced dramatic growth and exciting transformation in recent years.

At Lemay, we believe in the unique value of design to create open, meaningful spaces where every person can thrive. We are committed to approaching every design challenge with curiosity, inventiveness and generosity to bring out unexpected possibilities. We are a transdisciplinary team of change-makers who design planet-friendly spaces for users and communities.

We are proud of our team's diversity in ethnicity, culture, religion, indigenous status, sexual orientation, physical limitations, gender identity and age. We are committed to providing an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment for all members of our team so that everyone feels respected and valued.

Our main goal is to design generous spaces that create meaningful impact.

Job Description

You're known for your business acumen, and you thrive in fast-paced environments. If you're seeking out work alongside a highly creative team known for their internationally recognized projects, you could be the mid-level project manager our interior design team is looking for.

The successful applicant for this position of Senior Project Manager will act as Lemay's client representative, planning and executing projects according to the client's vision, quality, budget and schedule.   

What you will accomplish with us

  • Participate in or lead client meetings and presentations;
  • Identify, monitor and manage client needs, scope, schedule and overall project budget;
  • Develop creative and innovative concepts in collaboration with other team members;
  • Produce 3D models or coordinate their production;
  • Collaborate with the Discipline/Market Manager in budgeting and resource allocation for the interior design team;
  • Prepare construction drawings and specifications or oversee their preparation;
  • Use Lemay accounting software to plan, review, supervise and track employee contributions to assignments;
  • Prepare project invoicing with the finance and accounting team;
  • Follow up on outstanding accounts with finance and accounting team;
  • Prepare service bids and attend sales presentations;
  • Review and supervise production of conceptual presentations, drawings, specifications, tender documents, installations;
  • Coordinate or conduct space planning studies including programming documents, area calculations, code reviews;
  • Coordinate or conduct on-site site supervisions and contract administration;
  • Complete change orders, shop drawing reviews, deficiency reports, furniture/equipment surveys and inventories, etc.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in architecture or interior design;
  • Diploma or certification in project management (PMP), an asset;
  • 5 to 10 years' experience in interior design or architecture and relevant experience as a project manager;
  • Bilingualism in French and English, spoken and written;
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Sketch Up, InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, an asset;
  • Ability to manage several mandates and priorities simultaneously, whatever their scope;
  • Positive, proactive and constructive attitude with team-oriented leadership skills;
  • Ability to listen and summarize;
  • Flexibility in dealing with unpredictable events and tight deadlines.

Additional Information

Lemay makes the development and well-being of its talent a priority. Part of that is offering the following advantages:

  • Flexible group insurance program (health and dental insurance);
  • $1008 envelope to invest as needed (Health and Wellness Management Accounts, RRSP/DPSP);
  • Payment of membership fees to your professional association;
  • A minimum of three (3) weeks vacation;
  • Office closure between Christmas and New Year’s Day;
  • Hybrid and remote work policy at all times;
  • Flexible hours all year round;
  • Social activities throughout the year;
  • Internal training offered to all employees (Lemay Academy);
  • Onboarding paired with a colleague;
  • Online training platforms and gym in some offices;
  • Telemedicine platform;
  • Up to 70% discount on monthly public transit passes.

** Please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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