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About Copper Bay Homes Ltd.Copper Bay Homes is a design-build contractor specializing in high-quality, fully customized homes. Each of our projects is tailored to our clients individual visions, so every project is unique with a strong emphasis on design details. We pride ourselves on innovative thinking, a team-first environment, and a steadfast commitment to excellence. At Copper Bay Homes, accountability, collaboration, and forward-thinking fuel our mission to turn dream homes into reality.About the Role:Copper Bay Homes Ltd. is seeking a Design Project Manager to lead design delivery from initial concept through construction start and to provide design support during construction and postconstruction warranty. The role requires a rigorous command of architectural design and constructability, meticulous documentation, and disciplined coordination across clients, consultants, and internal teams. The successful candidate will serve as the primary client point of contact and ensure that all design documentation is complete, coordinated, and permitready.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign Management (Concept to Construction Start)Lead early-stage client meetings to translate functional goals, lifestyle priorities, and aesthetic preferences into a clear, actionable brief.Develop concept plans, preliminary budgets, and design schedules; establish and enforce decision deadlines to protect permitting and procurement windows.Run regular client touchpoints (weekly/biweekly) and maintain decision logs, risk/issue registers, and nextstep trackers.Facilitate valueengineering workshops; present options with cost, schedule, and quality implications.Review and refine drawing sets for constructability, coordination, and alignment with scope and budget.Maintain a Design Decision Log and Selections Schedule with a clear audit trail to prevent scope creep.Coordinate internal designers, project coordinators, construction management, and external consultants.Review shop drawings and equipment selections for compatibility and integration with design intent.Prepare complete permit submission packages; coordinate with municipalities and planning consultants.Ensure compliance with the Ontario Building Code (OBC), zoning bylaws, and sitespecific constraints.Communication & CoordinationAct as the primary client point of contact through design, construction, and warranty periods.Liaise with vendors and suppliers to obtain quotations, finalize specifications, and integrate selections into working drawings.Maintain clear documentation of decisions, changes, and approvals; distribute current drawings, specifications, and selection schedules to all stakeholders.Lead structured design handoff meetings with construction prior to mobilization.Construction SupportProvide timely technical clarification to the Construction Manager; respond to RFIs and coordinate resolution of designrelated field issues.Participate in regular and milestone site walkthroughs to confirm adherence to design intent.Closeout & WarrantyPlan closeout from the outset, including O&M manuals, warranties, mechanical room labeling, and homeowner orientation materials.Coordinate deficiency walks and PDI; manage Tarion milestones and timelines (30day, 1year, 2year, 7year items, as applicable).Capture lessons learned and incorporate improvements into standard details, templates, and SOPs.QualificationsMinimum 7 years of experience in lowrise residential design/construction, architecture, or construction project management (custom homes required).Degree or diploma in Architectural Technology, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management.Strong knowledge of OBC, zoning, and municipal permitting processes.Proficiency with Bluebeam; familiarity with project platforms such as Houzz Pro, BuilderTrend, Procore (or similar). Knowledge of SketchUp is a nice to have.Understanding of Tarion warranty requirements.Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders across disciplines.Exceptional written and verbal communication in clientfacing settings.Detailoriented, proactive, and able to manage priorities and deadlines independently.Performance Expectations (First 12 Months)Design milestones achieved on schedule with complete, coordinated, permitready packages.Clean handoffs to construction with protected procurement windows and minimal downstream rework.RFIs resolved promptly; lessons learned systematically integrated into standards and SOPs.What we can offer you:A supportive team culture where your ideas and expertise are valuedOpportunities for professional development and career advancementWork-life balance and a collaborative environmentThe chance to contribute meaningfully to exciting, high-quality residential projectsSalary Range is expected between: $80,000$100,000If youre organized, detail-oriented, and eager to see your leadership directly shape outstanding residential builds, wed love to hear from you. 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