Team Lead, Project Management

Do you want to contribute to projects shaping Canada?

Colliers Project Leaders is a team committed to projects that make a difference in our communities and for the people who live there.

We deliver capital project solutions that strengthen the built environment, partnering with our clients to bring critical infrastructure and complex building projects to life.

We’ve led over 20,000+ projects that:

• Make cities more livable
• Enhance workplaces
• Create spaces people want to return to
• Improve patient care
• Deliver clean drinking water
• Build a sustainable future

And so much more.

This is where you come in. We’re looking for people to join our team who are passionate about creating more sustainable, resilient and inclusive communities.

If this kind of work resonates with you, you’re in the right place.

The Opportunity

Join our team as a Team Lead, Project Management in Southern Ontario!

This opportunity is a great fit for someone who is ready to take on a leadership role and is motivated by helping others grow. In this role, you'll foster a collaborative team culture, supporting professional development, turning strategy into action and contributing to the success of both people and the business.

We’re looking for individuals who take pride in their work, value collaboration, and enjoy learning from others while also sharing their own ideas and perspectives. If you are someone who is proactive, accountable, adaptable, and energized by working with diverse teams to deliver impactful projects, this role will help accelerate your development.

What you will do and how it contributes to our success

As a Team Lead, you will play an important role in supporting the growth, development, and success of a diverse team of project managers. Through coaching, mentorship, and day-to-day leadership, you will help team members build their skills, achieve their career goals, and deliver exceptional results for clients. You will foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team environment by empowering others, promoting accountability, and creating opportunities for growth. As a key people leader, you will help translate business priorities into meaningful actions and results for clients, team members and the organization, all while continuing to develop your own leadership capabilities.

Learning alongside experienced project managers, you will:

• Lead, coach, and develop a diverse team of project managers, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing environment where individuals are supported in achieving their career goals and professional growth
• Drive team performance and business success by translating organizational priorities into action and aligning resources to business needs
• Cultivate sustainable business growth by strengthening client relationships, developing account management capabilities within the team, identifying opportunities to expand services, and collaborating across the organization to support strategic pursuits and new client opportunities.
• Build team capability and capacity through workforce planning, talent attraction, onboarding, employee engagement, and the effective allocation of resources to meet current and future business needs.
• Provide financial and operational leadership by monitoring team performance, supporting sound business decisions, managing risks, and promoting financial accountability across projects and operations.
• Champion continuous improvement and organizational priorities, including inclusive leadership practices, operational excellence, knowledge sharing, and the adoption of best practices that strengthen team and business performance.

What Will Help You Succeed

• You think strategically, aligning team priorities, capabilities, and resources with business objectives while anticipating future growth opportunities and evolving client needs
• You inspire and empower others, creating a collaborative, high-performing environment where team members can grow and succeed
• You build strong relationships across the organization, leveraging teamwork and influence to achieve the best outcomes.
• You are passionate about developing talent, supporting career growth and helping build future leaders.
• You communicate a clear vision and inspire others, creating alignment around shared goals and helping team members understand how their contributions support broader business success.
• You are committed to delivering exceptional client experiences, proactively fostering strong relationships
• You lead with operational excellence, promoting consistency, accountability, and the effective adoption of processes, tools, and best practices that support sustainable growth

What you Bring

• A degree or diploma in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience leading and developing project managers or other professionals within a professional services environment
• Passion and experience building high-performing teams through effective coaching, mentorship, performance management, and career development support
• A strong understanding of professional services business models, including workforce planning, resource management, utilization, and team growth strategies.
• Strong leadership and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate, and build trust across teams and levels of the organization.
• Experience supporting business growth through client relationship management and account development
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide clear direction, constructive feedback, and ongoing support to team members.
• A professional designation such as PMP, P.Eng., CET, Registered Architect, or a similar credential are considered strong asset

This opportunity is well suited for someone who is passionate about people leadership and enjoys helping others grow, succeed, and reach their potential. In this role, you will lead and develop a team of professionals, foster a collaborative and high-performing culture, and contribute to business success through strong coaching, resource planning, and operational leadership. It's an excellent opportunity to expand your leadership impact while helping shape the future growth and success of both people and the business.

Don’t meet every qualification? That’s okay.

We still encourage you to apply. You might be exactly who we’re looking for, either in this role or another on our team. We want to work with people who are motivated to learn, collaborate, build relationships, and grow their careers while helping others grow along the way.

What it’s like to work here.

• Meaningful work across Canada
• Flexible, supportive work environment
• Collaboration with experienced project leaders on complex projects
• Comprehensive onboarding experience
• Ongoing professional development, mentorship, training opportunities and support for professional certifications
• Paid volunteer day to support causes you care about
• Inclusive workplace where you are encouraged to be yourself
• Competitive compensation, benefits and opportunities for career growth

Expected Compensation: $114,416 – $153,197 per year (CAD)

This range represents our good-faith estimate at the time of posting, based on market benchmarks and internal equity. Final compensation will be determined considering the candidate’s skills, experience, qualifications and regional consideration. Annual bonus opportunities are in addition to base salary.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis.  The employer does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Disclaimer

Colliers Project Leaders is part of Colliers (NASDAQ, TSX: CIGI), a leading diversified professional services and investment management company, with more than 18,000 professionals operating in 63 countries.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. If you require accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please contact the assigned Talent Acquisition Business Partner.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use:

We may use technology tools to assist in screening applications for keywords or qualifications. However, final selection decisions are made by our hiring team through human review and interviews.