Project Management Director Job ID 253491 Posted 22-Dec-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Project Management Location(s) Markham - Ontario - Canada **About the Role:** As a CBRE Project Management Director, you’ll be responsible for department-related management services within an assigned geographic market, program, or client account to achieve the company's strategic business objectives. This job is part of the Project Management function. They are responsible for the management of projects from initiation through completion. **What You’ll Do:** + Provide formal supervision to employees. Monitor the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and coaching. Oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees. + Coordinate and manage the team's daily activities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff. Set and track staff and department deadlines. Mentor and coach as needed. + Direct all phases of the process for small to medium-sized clients including procurement, contracting, planning, tracking, and execution. + Ensure that contract procurement, negotiation, execution, administration, and closeouts are accurate, timely, and compliant. + Develop new business growth and maintain existing business relationships. + Maintain full responsibility for the financial performance of market, program, and client accounts. + Identify project risks, lead reviews, and develop risk mitigation and backup plans. + Apply a robust knowledge of multiple disciplines, the business, and key drivers that impact departmental and cross-functional performance. + Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Persuade managers and other colleagues to take action while being guided by the organization's functional business plans. Negotiate with external partners, vendors, and customers of divergent interests to reach a common goal. + Identify and solve multi-dimensional, complex, operational, and organizational problems leveraging the appropriate resources within or outside the department. + Significantly improve and change existing methods, processes, and standards within job discipline. **What You’ll Need:** + Bachelor's Degree preferred with 8-12 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. LEED AP, PMP, and/or CCM designation(s) preferred. + Experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising, and rewarding performance and retention is preferred. + Ability to lead the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations, and handle problems. + Leadership skills to set, manage and achieve targets with a direct impact on multiple department results within a function. + In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. + Expert organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset. + Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future Why CBRE? When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants. Applicant AI Use Disclosure We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process. The posting is for an existing vacancy with the organization CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The salary range being offered for this Project Management Director position is between $160,000 annually and $170,000 annually. The compensation that is provided to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: Group Retirement Program, Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, Life Insurance and more. **Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:** CBRE is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages application from all persons regardless of race, creed, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity or expression, disability or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, provincial or territorial law. **Candidate Accommodations:** CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individual with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at Via telephone at +1 866 388 4346 (Canada) and +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)