Construction Project Manager - Toronto, Canada - Sweat and Tonic

Sweat and Tonic

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

About Sweat and Tonic

Sweat and Tonic (S&T) is Toronto's most innovative and exciting boutique fitness and wellness hub, offering the widest collection of expertly programmed Yoga, Pilates, HIIT, and Ride group fitness classes in Canada.

We create a curated, immersive fitness experience for sweat enthusiasts to challenge their minds and bodies within a community that grows, succeeds, and celebrates together.

With premium spa facilities, high-tech biohacking amenities, café, and bar offerings, members can recharge, recover, and reignite. Tonic House, the multi-functional lounge, workspace, and event venue, inspires collaboration and innovation.

Since opening in 2019, we've innovated and expanded our state-of-the art classes across multiple channels: In-studio, Sweat in the Park, Sweat Live, Sweat on Demand, and Sweat on the Roof - a one-of-a-kind, outdoor rooftop fitness studio in the heart of downtown Toronto.

In 2023, we opened our first international sister location, Silver Springs, a boutique yoga and Pilates oasis in the heart of Los Angeles, and a new 25,000 immersive fitness & wellness hub in Toronto at The Well.

This is a unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to become a part of a passionate, dynamic team that is here to disrupt the fitness industry.

About the Role:

Primary Job Responsibilities:

Act as the primary liaison between Sweat & Tonic and the consultant team during the design and construction of future club locations
Provide leadership and oversight of the project(s) assigned to you regarding scheduling, planning, cost management, quality management, and contractual obligations
Prepare RFPs, review bids and execute contracts for project consultants including Architect, Interior Designer, Structural Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electric Engineer, Acoustic Engineer, AV consultant, IT consultant and Security consultant.
Work alongside consultant team to develop schedules and budgets, and report on progress
Interpret lease agreements, manage handover of space from landlord to tenant ensuring all requirements of Schedule C have been met, ensure construction is compliant with all stipulated rules and regulations, and coordinate with landlord asneeded during construction
Oversee and participate in the design and project delivery process
Coordinate with S&T and consultant team to develop and maintain brand standards
Prequalify General Contractors, ensure Tender documents are thoroughly prepared by consultant team, and oversee Tender process
Collaborate with S&T and consultant team to identify Value Engineering opportunities and track progress from General Contractor
Develop and execute contracts with General Contractor
Ensure clear, timely communication and coordination between consultant team and General Contractor
Oversee procurement of S&Tsupplied items such as furniture, equipment, and accessories by coordinating with design team and vendors to obtain samples, lead time, pricing and delivery information
Coordinate with project team members to ensure all parties have uptodate specs, timelines, and design details throughout the project
Coordinate with the Finance team to track quotes and invoices
Ensure clear handover between General Contractor and S&T Operations team at construction completion
Manage tracking and completion of construction deficiencies
Maintain organization of project files and materials
Manage timelines and budgets for select projects with the S&T leadership team, such as annual strategic business initiatives for the overall organization and quarterly innovation research
Administrative support as needed

Qualifications for Success in this Role:

Minimum of 5 years of experience managing commercial design and construction projects (e.g. retail, hospitality, office), ideally with schedules exceeding 1 year and budgets exceeding $3 million
Comprehensive understanding of and experience managing design and construction processes, with a particular focus in construction
Passion for schedules and budgets, and ability to uphold them across the project team and schedule
Ability to interpret contract drawings and basic understanding of building systems, construction law, and code compliance, such that clear communication and coordination can be provided
Proven ability to manage all aspects of procurement, from sourcing options with client and/or designer, developing budgets and schedules, obtaining quotes, placing orders, managing delivery and receiving, to final installation and deficiency management
Highly organized, responsible, and trustworthy
Strong written and verbal communication skills, exhibiting excellence in effectively conveying information
Ability to build positive, reliable relationships with consultants, General Contractor, and trades and demonstrated experience in conflict resolution
Proven ability to collaboratively drive projects forward and troubleshoot, even when faced with challe