About Us
HAWK Developments is a Niagara-based development and construction firm led by ownership with 40+ years of combined experience in construction and property management. We act as Owner's Representative on construction and development projects across the region — from purpose-built rentals to capital projects, renovations, and new builds.
TASK Group Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of HAWK Developments, created to:
- Maintain HAWK's existing portfolio of self-storage, residential, and industrial properties across the Niagara Region
- Fill scope gaps on HAWK's major construction projects
- Deliver small renovations and retail-customer projects in the broader market
- Provide Minute Men service — fast, reliable handyman and small-job response — through skilled in-house carpenters and labourers
We're privately held, founder-led, and growing fast — without the bureaucracy that usually comes with growth. If you've ever been frustrated by slow decisions, unclear ownership, or politics getting in the way of good work, you'll feel at home here.
The Opportunity
We're looking for a Project Manager to lead the operational and estimating side of TASK Group while supporting HAWK Developments on the entitlement and pre-construction side of new projects.
This is a hands-on, estimator-led role. The right person is technically strong, commercially sharp, and equally comfortable pricing a tenant fit-out, walking a self-storage facility for capital planning, or sitting at the table on a development pro forma.
Time split (approximate):
- 50% — TASK Group estimating and business development. Pricing small renos, retail-customer projects, scope-gap work, and Minute Men jobs. Actively finding and securing work to keep the crew utilized.
- 30% — TASK Group operations and portfolio maintenance. Running the in-house crew, managing maintenance and capital work across HAWK's self-storage, residential, and industrial assets.
- 20% — HAWK Developments entitlement support. Assisting ownership on entitlement work tied to project budgets, capital renovations, and new projects — including constructability review, budget input, and consultant coordination.
If you're the kind of person who naturally takes ownership, figures things out without being told, and gets satisfaction from building something — you'll fit well here.
What a Typical Week Looks Like
No two weeks are the same, but you can expect to:
- Quote and chase work for TASK Group — site visits, takeoffs, pricing, proposals, follow-ups
- Spend 2–3 days in the field across active sites and the portfolio in the Niagara Region
- Run scheduling and dispatch for the in-house crew — Minute Men calls, portfolio maintenance, scope-gap items, and retail/small-reno projects
- Sit in on HAWK pre-construction meetings — providing constructability input, budget pricing, and feedback on project sequencing
- Track budgets, schedules, and invoicing across both businesses — and flag issues before they become problems
- Work directly with ownership on company strategy, hiring, and process improvement
What You'll Be Responsible For
TASK Group — Estimating & Business Development (≈50%)
- Estimate small renovations, retail/commercial fit-outs, scope-gap work, and Minute Men jobs
- Perform site visits, takeoffs, and pricing using a mix of unit rates, supplier quotes, and judgment
- Prepare clear, professional proposals and quotes
- Build and maintain client relationships — property managers, retail customers, GCs, and repeat clients
- Actively pursue new work to keep TASK's in-house crew fully utilized
- Negotiate and close work at margins that support the business
TASK Group — Operations & Portfolio Maintenance (≈30%)
- Oversee maintenance of HAWK's owned portfolio (self-storage, residential, industrial) — preventative work, repairs, turnovers, and capital items
- Manage the Minute Men service — scheduling, dispatching, and quality-controlling the in-house carpenters and labourers
- Identify and manage scope-gap work on HAWK's major construction projects, deploying TASK crews to keep schedules moving
- Coordinate subcontractors where TASK's in-house capacity needs to be supplemented
- Manage tenant and owner communication on portfolio work
HAWK Developments — Entitlement Support (≈20%)
- Assist ownership through the entitlement process as it relates to project budgets, capital renovations, and new projects
- Provide constructability review on proposed designs against Ontario Building Code requirements and field realities
- Contribute to project budgets and pre-construction estimates
- Help coordinate consultants (architects, engineers, planners) and review deliverables
- Support project sequencing and scheduling input during pre-construction
What You Bring (Must-Have)
- 5+ years in a managerial role within construction, property management, or property maintenance
- Demonstrated estimating experience — takeoffs, pricing, and proposal preparation
- Working knowledge of the Ontario Building Code and how constructability requirements affect design and pricing
- Strong understanding of project sequencing — the order trades and activities need to happen and what depends on what
- Comfort reading drawings, specs, and contracts — and asking the right questions when something doesn't add up
- Ability to converse credibly with owners, construction managers, subcontractors, property owners, and tenants — adjusting tone and detail to suit the audience
- Experience dispatching and supervising trades or in-house crews across multiple concurrent jobs
- Tech-savvy and quick to learn new systems — we'll lean on you to help us pick and implement them
- High accountability — you own outcomes, not just tasks
- Self-motivated — you don't wait to be told what to do, and you close loops without being chased
- Team-oriented with a no-ego approach — willing to roll up your sleeves on anything from site walks to spreadsheets
- Clear, confident written and verbal communication
- Valid Ontario driver's license and reliable vehicle
Nice to Have
- College or university degree in construction management, engineering, architectural technology, or a related field
- Experience working in both construction and service/maintenance environments
- Hands-on carpentry or trades background (you don't need to swing a hammer, but knowing what good work looks like matters)
- PMP, Gold Seal, or similar project management designation
- Familiarity with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Construction Act, and Ontario lien/holdback rules
- Experience with the entitlement process — site plan approvals, zoning, building permits, and consultant coordination
- Experience with CMHC-financed or affordable-housing projects
- Experience managing multi-site property portfolios
Tools & Systems
You don't need to know all of these on day one, but experience with any of them is an asset:
- Jobber — service dispatch and TASK Group workflow
- Procore — construction project management
- QuickBooks Online — accounting and project costing
- Microsoft Excel — intermediate or higher (you'll live in this for estimating)
- Bluebeam or comparable for takeoffs and markups
- Microsoft 365 suite
What Success Looks Like (First 12 Months)
- Month 3: Fully ramped on TASK's portfolio, the in-house crew, and HAWK's active projects; quoting and closing your own work; trusted point of contact for clients, trades, and tenants.
- Month 6: TASK's pipeline of small projects and Minute Men work is consistently full; portfolio maintenance running smoothly; you're meaningfully contributing to HAWK's pre-construction reviews.
- Month 12: Recognized as a key operational leader; TASK's revenue and crew utilization are clearly trending up under your direction; you're involved in hiring, strategy, and shaping the next phase of growth.
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting salary: $70,000, with a clear, performance-based path toward $100,000+
- Benefits package
- Mileage reimbursement for site travel
- Paid vacation and statutory holidays
- Phone and laptop provided
- Real growth — this role is designed to evolve into a senior leadership position as the company scales
Why This Role Stands Out
- Two businesses, one seat — exposure to estimating, operations, and development entitlement work in a single role is rare and career-accelerating
- Real influence — your fingerprints will be on how we operate
- Variety — no two days are the same
- Autonomy — you're trusted to run your work
- Minimal travel — Niagara-based, with most sites within a 30-minute drive
- Strong, experienced leadership without the micromanagement
- Clear path to senior leadership as we grow
Who This Is NOT For
- Someone who needs constant direction
- Someone uncomfortable wearing multiple hats or shifting between estimating, field, and pre-construction work
- Someone looking for a slow, highly structured corporate role
- Someone who wants to manage from a desk and never step on a site
How to Apply
If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, build something real, and grow into senior leadership — we'd like to hear from you.
Pay: From $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Niagara Falls, ON
