Project Manager- Landscape Design

About the Position

Killam Apartment REIT (TSX:KMP.UN), is a growth-oriented real estate investment trust which owns, manages and develops multi-family residential properties in Atlantic Canada, Ontario, Alberta & British Columbia. Killam is focused on maximizing its value and long-term profitability through increasing earnings, expanding the portfolio through acquisitions, and developing high-quality properties in its core markets.

Killam is an award-winning employer, having been recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, Best Places to Work in Atlantic Canada as well as one of Canada’s Top Small and Medium Employers.

We are currently searching for a self-motivated Project Manager- Landscape Design who will be responsible for implementing projects and processes that enhance Killam’s curb appeal in its portfolio of multi-residential rental properties.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee approximately $1 million in landscape related projects across Killam portfolio, Canada wide.
• Work with Property Managers, Regional Directors, and Head Office Operations Staff to develop creative landscape solutions.
• Maintain focus on Environmental and Sustainable Governance (ESG) initiatives during all phases of any landscape project and installations.
• Provide support to Operations team for Landscape and Snow Service Agreements (e.g. amendments to contracts, sourcing contractors, drafting contracts, etc.).
• Conduct site visits to complete an inventory/analysis to determine site challenges and areas of focus.
• Produce preliminary and final designs for inhouse projects (using AutoCAD and 3D rendering programs to communicate designs).
• For larger scale projects in other regions, package together site inventory and analysis materials to source and share with out of house LA firms to develop Master Plans.
• Help develop phased landscape projects that can be implemented over several years.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of project management experience required.
• Ability to thrive in a changing environment and contribute to a rapidly growing company with excellent communication skills and creative thinking.
• Ability to take direction and work efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent attention to detail and knowledge of developing planting plans, grading plans, and construction details.
• Experience with budgeting and financial reporting.
• Strong computer skills including experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Photoshop.
• Strong project management skills and familiarity with construction management processes (tenders, award, contract, time management, change orders, quality assurance, project close out, etc.).
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle mandatory.

About the Company

Killam Apartment REIT
100-3700 Kempt Rd
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3K 4X8

Company Contact

Amanda Gour
agour@killamreit.com
Preferred Contact: Email

Documents to be Forwarded

• Resume