Job description

Home Building & Renovation Manager (Project Manager)

Company: JD Property Canada Corp.
Location: Markham, ON (L3R 5V7) — On-site (various project locations)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Hours: 30–44 per week (flexible hours)
Salary: $34.00–$36.00 per hour (negotiable)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Vacancies: 1
Language: English

Overview

JD Property Canada Corp. is seeking a dedicated Home Building & Renovation Manager to oversee residential and mixed-use projects from planning through completion. This role functions as a project manager within a corporate team — providing leadership, coordinating consultants and trades, ensuring compliance with building codes, and managing budgets and schedules on behalf of the employer.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Coordination
• Lead the planning, organization, and scheduling of residential construction and renovation projects.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, municipal officials, and consultants to secure approvals and permits.
• Develop detailed project work plans, timelines, and resource allocations.
• Budget & Cost Management
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.
• Approve invoices, track expenditures, and report variances to management.
• Prepare project estimates and support bid evaluations when hiring subcontractors.
• Site Management & Quality Control
• Oversee day-to-day operations on job sites, ensuring compliance with company standards, plans, and specifications.
• Supervise subcontractors and suppliers, monitoring quality of workmanship and adherence to safety regulations.
• Conduct site inspections and resolve technical or operational issues as they arise.
• Team Leadership & Supervision
• Provide direction to site supervisors, foremen, and staff assigned to projects.
• Recruit, train, and evaluate team members where required.
• Promote a culture of safety and quality across all project activities.
• Client & Stakeholder Relations
• Act as the main point of contact with clients during project execution.
• Provide updates to corporate management and stakeholders on project progress, risks, and milestones.
• Address client concerns, maintain positive relationships, and ensure high satisfaction with completed projects.
• Health, Safety & Compliance
• Develop and implement health and safety plans tailored to each project.
• Ensure compliance with Ontario Building Code, municipal regulations, and occupational health and safety requirements.
• Prepare reports and maintain records of permits, inspections, and certifications.

Qualifications

• Education: No degree, certificate, or diploma required (formal construction/project management education is an asset).
• Experience: 2–3 years in residential construction project management, supervision, or related leadership role.
• Knowledge of: Ontario Building Code, municipal permitting processes, construction methods, and budgeting principles.
• Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Work Requirement: On-site presence at project locations (no remote option). Local travel within the Greater Toronto Area.

Benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits
• Group insurance benefits
• Mileage paid
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Free parking available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

How to Apply

Email your resume to careers@jddevelopment.ca with the subject line:
“Home Building & Renovation Manager – Your Name.”

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.