Updated: March 2026
Senior Project Manager/Estimator - Commercial Renovation
**Must reside in the Metro Vancouver area at time of application**
Job description
Prostar is a growing company and we’re seeking an experienced candidate in our interior commercial renovation division, which includes:
- hotel interior renovations
- commercial tenant improvements
- restaurant and retail upgrades
- commercial and institutional clients
As a Project Manager and Estimator, you’ll be responsible for creating estimates, preparing bids for construction projects and leading a team of professionals to successfully complete those projects.
If you are highly motivated, can handle stress in a fast-paced environment and possess a natural sales ability, we want to hear from you!
As a part of our team, you will be in an environment with the opportunity to increase your compensation based on dedication and hard work. The possibilities are endless. Additional perks include vehicle allowance, cell phone and full benefits. Our unique profit-sharing commission structure is based on performance, meaning the more you do, the more you make!
Caring about our clients is something we put into practice every day and it's important that our team members feel the same way. If you have the ability to provide excellent customer service, take pride in the work you do and demonstrate integrity and leadership, we want you on our team!
Responsibilities
- Providing a professional service that gets recommended to others
- Developing estimates, identifying cost breakdowns, clarifications and job scope details
- Monitoring project schedules, budgets and work progress
- Leading a strong effective team that recognizes the vision of our company and respects your leadership
- Ensuring the project is in compliance with safety plans and regulations
- Independently driving production while problem solving any unique challenges that may arise
- Working with clients and giving accurate quotes that match their needs
- Maintaining excellent relationships with all stakeholders
- Setting and reviewing weekly and monthly goals and demonstrating the tenacity it takes to not only hit these goals but to surpass them
Personality
- You value each customer, care for them as individuals and understand their needs
- You naturally build meaningful relationships everywhere you go, you know that sales is not a task but something you enjoy doing
- You have strong analytical and numerical skills
- You are fully capable of multitasking and can manage multiple projects at one time
- You are extremely organized and posses excellent planning and time management skills
- You are methodical, punctual and reliable
- You are a strong problem solver and decision maker
- You demonstrate integrity and leadership
- You are someone that realizes their strengths and weaknesses and is willing to work towards improving themselves, others, and our business
- You are someone that has always been ahead of the curve sparking new ideas and is able to differentiate yourself from the competition
- You are a strong leader that can easily transfer your passion to your team and take ownership and pride in the work that you do
Requirements
Education in building science or related fields and/or extensive work experience in construction is required, including one or more of the following:
- Education in project management, construction management and/or STEM fields such as civil engineering, architecture, Building Science, etc. Examples include: B. Eng, BS, BA Sc., BArch, Engineering-in-training registration or eligibility, Bachelor of Applied Design in Interior Design
- 5-10 years experience in construction, through past employment as a project manager, project coordination, site superintendent, foreman, general contractor, builder or engineer
- Past construction trades experience is an asset, either in management or hands-on trades work in areas such as: carpentry, painting, restoration, concrete work, plumbing, electrical, etc.
- Strong math skills and generally high precision with numbers is essential
- Advanced level proficiency with software, including MS Office suite (Excel, Outlook, Word etc.). Must be confident with basic MS Excel functions/formulas.
- Proficiency in project management and/or design software, such as MS Project, ProCore, Bluebeam, Revit, etc.
- A valid BC driver's license and good driving record required - in order to travel to client locations throughout Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley
- Must be fluent in English and have at least 1 year of work experience in Vancouver, BC. Candidates with no recent work experience in Greater Vancouver will not be considered
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills
- Cold calling or new direct marketing is not required - we have a business development team to help generate opportunities. However, managing ongoing relationships with clients is key!
Compensation
Salary and Commission: $120,000.00-$200,000.00 in the first year.
Higher end compensation is attainable thanks to an escalating profit sharing commission structure on project profit.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- profit sharing
- Company car, cell phone, laptop
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Schedule:
Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
Supplemental pay types:
Commission pay and profit sharing
Ability to commute/relocate:
Burnaby, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience: project management and/or construction: 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
Drivers Licence (required)
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and/or Building Science (preferred)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $120,000.00 -$200,000.00
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
- Masters Degree (recommended)
Experience:
- local Vancouver work experience in construction, engineering, architecture or related field: 5-10 years (required)
Work Location: In person (not hybrid).
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $120,000.00-$200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement
Application question(s):
- Have you been with your current/previous employer for more than 1 year? If not, please clarify below:
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- local Vancouver work: 1 year (required)
- Project management: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
