Project Coordinator, Development

About Us

Established in 1996, Amica Senior Lifestyles owns and operates over 30 senior living residences in British Columbia and Ontario, while continuing to grow in select markets. Offering Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL) and Memory Care (MC) lifestyle options, we combine expert care with unparalleled premium hospitality and amenities to deliver a personalized senior living experience.

At Amica, we are driven by the desire to be part of something bigger than ourselves. We are privileged to spend our days enriching the lives of seniors, their families and each other. Joining Amica means you’ll experience a strong sense of belonging, purpose, possibility, and growth.

Become part of a team where you can make a real impact in the lives of others each and every day.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Project Manager, Development, the Project Coordinator is responsible for ensuring all new developments are planned and designed in accordance with the requirements and expectations of the Amica Design Guidelines; seeking Operations and Marketing input to ensure the Architectural Program is aligned with the project proforma and market segment positioning.  Working with the Amica investment, development, design and construction teams, the incumbent will be responsible for managing multiple projects.

What you will be doing

• Assist department with overall coordination of projects.
• Provide continuous analytical reviews of projects during design development to investments team, ensuring accuracy and reliability of stats used for the financial modeling of project investment returns.
• Able to work in BIM and Revit platforms to extract dimensional and statistical information and assist in developing preliminary project scenarios.
• Assist in the review of technical drawings, schedules, and specifications to ensure projects are aligned with Amica Design Guidelines.
• Provide support in updating and maintaining Amica Design Guidelines.
• Research and analyse suggestions for updating the Amica Design Guidelines, ensuring all lessons learned from previous projects are documented.
• Work closely with internal cross functional teams to ensure all requirements are captured and approvals obtained.
• Liaise with internal subject matter experts throughout the development process.
• Communicate and coordinate information between Amica and consultant teams in an efficient manner.
• Produce and compile various project analysis comparisons for various technical aspects of design construction items (i.e. Door hardware components, lighting, low voltage and electrical components).
• May generate/review AutoCAD drawings and Revit models as required.
• Provide support for preparation of presentations as required.
• Update, maintain and track project files and design library.
• Record, prepare and distribute meeting minutes as requested.

What we’re looking for

• Degree in Architecture, Urban Planning or Building Technology preferred.
• At least 2 years’ experience working in a development, planning, design or construction environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office (in particular Excel), Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam.
• Well versed in BIM technologies and processes.
• Experience with budget and costing an asset.
• Proven ability to read construction documents, schedules, and specifications.
• Knowledge of building codes, construction standards and industry best practices.

What you can expect from us

• A diverse and inclusive environment where individual differences are celebrated, and you’re encouraged to be your best self
• A collaborative environment where we support each other to succeed as a team
• Learning opportunities to help you grow and support for professional development and designations
• Comprehensive benefit package including RRSP matching
• Participation in Amica’s Flex or Hybrid work model providing team members the opportunity to work a combination of days both in office and remotely
• Our office is centrally located in the financial district, on the PATH and the TTC subway line, and provides easy access to downtown amenities

At Amica Senior Lifestyles we are passionate about working together in a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters innovation and turns ideas into action. We remain committed to creating workplaces that reflect the communities in which we operate.  We are actively seeking applicants from all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, Black, Indigenous, racialized people, and persons with disabilities and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for our positions.

Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.

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