Project Manager, Real Estate - Contract
Bolton, Ontario, Canada, L7E 3A9
Who We Are
Becoming experts on beer doesn't happen overnight - we've been in business since 1927 and today, The Beer Store is the primary distribution and sales channel for beer in Ontario and is owned by 30+ Ontario-based brewers! Through our Retail Stores, Distribution Centres, Draught Services, Customer Contact Centre, and our Corporate Office, we form one large team that is passionate about the beer business. The Beer Store is proud to foster a respectful and inclusive culture that expands and leverages the diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives of our team members to deliver exceptional service for our customers. We continue to be successful by working together, respecting each other, having a positive attitude and by trying new and innovative ideas. Not only are we knowledgeable, passionate, and loyal ambassadors for beer, we’re also health and safety advocates, environmental champions, DEIB enthusiasts and we give proudly back to our communities.
The Role
We are searching for a skilled Project Manager, Real Estate to join our Project Management Office (PMO) within the Strategy & Execution team, reporting to the Director, Strategy & Execution. This is a full-time, 24-month Contract opportunity. The role will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end management of the real estate portfolio including network optimization, sub-lease strategy and store re-development ensuring that they are executed within scope, budget, and time constraints. This role will support the Real Estate team, develop project management frameworks, and provide strategic oversight to support the company’s real estate development and operational goals.
Location
Our Corporate Office is located in Bolton, ON. We offer Remote/Hybrid Flex work with visits into the office on an as-needed basis depending on the role and function. Additionally, this role requires up to 20% travel across Ontario.
What You'll Be Doing
- Execution of the Real Estate strategy on time, and on budget
- Oversee the planning, design, and execution of real estate projects, ensuring they meet timelines, budgets, and quality standards
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as operations, legal, HR and finance teams to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables
- Maintain strong communication with external stakeholders, including landlords, regulatory agencies, and local municipalities
- Provide regular project status reports to leadership, ensuring transparency and proactive problem-solving
- Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring accurate cost estimates and financial tracking throughout the project
- Maintain dashboards, and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular updates to the leadership team
- Provide regular financial updates to senior leadership, including forecasts, cost variances, and risk management strategies
- Perform other related duties and projects as assigned
Who You Are - Your Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Construction Management, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field
- Valid drivers license with access to a vehicle required
Experience
- 5+ years of experience in project management, preferably in real estate development or construction
- Previous experience in business analysis, data analytics, strategy consulting, or a similar role, preferably in the retail or consumer goods industry
Skills
- Project management skills to be able to lead and execute projects, is well organized and able to independently develop time and budget sensitive plans to achieve stated objectives
- Skilled in risk management and resource allocation across multiple projects
- Strong understanding of real estate processes, including sub-lease details, lease agreements and re-development. Ability to analyze models, budgets and lease agreements related to real estate projects
- Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across functions and levels of the organization
- Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities and tight deadlines
- Strategic mindset with a keen attention to detail and a passion for driving business results
- Strong communicator with the ability to provide timely updates to various levels of the organization (Front Line to Executive)
- Excellent budgeting and scheduling skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of products including SharePoint, and Power BI
- Proficient in use of technology to create, facilitate, and track projects (Microsoft Project, Office TimeLine Pro, Microsoft Planner)
What We Offer
Our success as an organization is a result of our commitment to our greatest strength…our people! We believe that any opportunity we can provide to help further your career growth and development is an investment in not only your individual success, but our overall success as a business.
We work to recognize you in meaningful ways including a competitive compensation, a health benefits program, employee & family assistance program, recognition programs, hybrid work arrangement, employee special offers, and a casual dress and work environment.
*Benefits and perks are dependent upon role and status and are subject to change at the sole discretion of the company.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to providing a respectful and empowering workplace that values our greatest resource, our people. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging are essential components of our culture that empower us to meet the needs of our employees, customers and communities. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds including racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and any other characteristic. We’re an equal opportunity employer and provide employment accommodation in accordance with provincial legislation. If contacted for an employment opportunity or testing, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process.
We genuinely thank you for your interest in this opportunity with us. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
