Eligibility Criteria for the 2025 Durham Region Refugee Hiring Event
This position is exclusively available through the 2025 Durham Region Refugee Hiring Event. To qualify for this opportunity, you must meet all of the following criteria:
Refugee or Forcibly Displaced Status:
Arrived in Canada as a refugee (government or private sponsorship).Applied for asylum after arriving in Canada (refugee claimant/asylum seeker).Were forcibly displaced from your country of origin (e.g., individuals from Ukraine, Afghanistan, Iran, and other affected regions).
Residency:
You currently live in Ontario. (Candidates living outside of Ontario/Canada will not be considered)
Event Attendance:
Be available to attend the in-person event in Ajax on April 2, 2025.
Work Eligibility:
Legally authorized to work in Canada (must possess a valid work permit, permanent residency, or Canadian citizenship).
Age Requirement:
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Important Note:
Please review the job description thoroughly. Only applicants who meet all the eligibility criteria will be considered for this position.
Thank you for your interest in the event!
Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) Local is a hard services-led, tailored facility management solution. We self-perform hard services while partnering with best-in-class soft service providers to offer custom facility and project management solutions to our clients. We focus on empowering our team with a high-level of downstream accountability, resulting in an agile and efficient service delivery.
In addition to our core facility and project management capabilities, our platform offers direct access to our Best-in-Class services, including ESG, Security Consulting, Workplace Strategy, and Workplace Experience.
About the Role:
THIS POSITION IS IN WINDSOR, ONTARIO
As a CBRE Project Specialist, you will support the facilities management team in successfully fulfilling the clients' requirements. You will also monitor projects for clients, with direct accountability for project delivery.
What You’ll Do:
Review all requirements of each Capital/Renovation request with the users and provide budget estimates relative to the project.
Control and supervise project activities in accordance with the defined scope, schedule and budget.
Prepare detailed project documents defining scope of work, schedule of work, costs and responsibilities of all users.
Liaise with Hospitals Consulting Engineers and Architect to ensure all user requirements are incorporated in the contract documents, specifications and drawing for each project.
Negotiates/facilitates consensus re: capital project design, construction, and project delivery within established limits; negotiates/establishes requirements and approval for projects such as development and building permits.
Review and evaluate contractors’ bids and participate in negotiations for contract approvals.
Liaise with hospital staff as required to facilitate construction progress and maintain effective communications regarding contractors’ work and the operation of Hospital departments.
Observe construction in progress while ensuring all project work is conducted in accordance with project drawings and specifications.
Review construction and safety techniques employed by contractors and staff for adherence to standard practices and quality levels.
Maintain project contract documents, plans, specifications, and progress files throughout the project.
Review all invoices and progress billings relative to project work recommending same for payment.
Review all change orders and changes to the scope of work, recommending same for approval.
Attends meetings with project team to monitor project progress.
Prepare monthly progress reports as to the status of approved projects. Prepare various reports including project budget and expenditures; update and monitor as required.
Monitor service contracts to ensure in accordance with standards/guidelines.
Other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need:
Minimum 3 year' experience within project control or project coordination
Post-secondary degree in Business Administration, Architecture, Interior Design, Mechanical engineering, or a relevant discipline.
Knowledge/understanding of Occupational Health & Safety Act, building codes and applicable standards/regulations.
Effective communication skills with ability to excel in a team environment.
Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office Suite (Excel and Word)
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
Why CBRE?
We lead by example, guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build, and the world we live in. The more perspectives we have, the more dimensions we’re able to see. A culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence shapes our approach to every opportunity.
Our competitive and comprehensive benefits program was designed to make sure you feel valued with benefits that support the mental, physical, emotional, and financial health of you and your family.
Maintain your career momentum with the best tools and training in the industry. You will have everything you need to thrive in your role: challenging work, dedication to results, fast-paced assignments, and a culture of constant learning.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) are more than just values- they are a competitive advantage. By crafting a place where our employees are recognized for their contribution and given a chance to grow, we regularly open ourselves and our business opportunities.
CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The salary range being offered for the Project Specialist position is between $75,000 annually and $85,000 annually. The compensation provided to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: Group Retirement Program, Medical, Dental and Vision coverage, Life Insurance and more.
Our team will review applications and select the most qualified candidates for the positions. Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee an interview.
