Asset and Capital Support Project Manager

Coast Mountain Bus Company; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 92,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health

Dental

Transit Pass

Public Service Pension Plan

Job summary

Coast Mountain Bus Company in Vancouver seeks a senior project manager to lead major transit initiatives and oversee cross-functional teams. The role emphasizes governance, cost control, and lifecycle cost analysis within a hybrid on-site/remote setting.

The position requires a university degree, PMP certification (or progress toward it), and at least six years of relevant experience in transportation or government sectors.

Qualifications

• Education and experience align with project management across complex operations.
• PMP certification or active pursuit with six years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of maintenance systems and life cycle costing is expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead major project initiatives and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and manage budgets, schedules, and resource plans.
• Apply project management best practices to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Financial acumen

Time management

Communication

Education

University degree in Engineering and/or Business

PMP certification

Tools

MS Project

Database software

Job description

As the largest operating company in the integrated TransLink enterprise, Coast Mountain Bus Company (CMBC) operates a fleet of clean-fuel conventional and community shuttle buses, zero-emission trolley buses, and passenger ferry SeaBuses in Metro Vancouver, the largest single transit service area in Canada.

At CMBC, one of BC’s Top Employers, we're committed to providing an innovative, healthy, and engaging workforce. This is reflected in our workforce of over 5,500 employees performing over 400 unique jobs, who are committed and empowered to deliver service that attracts nearly 1.1 million passengers daily and connects people, businesses, and communities in the Metro Vancouver region.

We have the important job of helping our passengers get to work, appointments, visiting with family and friends, and back again every day. Metro Vancouver relies on us, and we take that as a point of pride.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

The competencies for this position would be acquired through completion of University degree in Engineering and/or Business and a PMP certification or working towards the completion of a PMP certification, plus six 6 years of relevant experience in a related industry (transportation, municipal, provincial government), including exposure to and detailed knowledge of maintenance systems and life cycle costing

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced knowledge of the principles, theories, concepts and practices of project management.
• Advanced interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Advanced analytical thinking and problem solving skills, to resolve critical and high impact issues.
• Advanced financial acumen to allow for effective planning, management, and expenditure of operational and capital costs.
• Advanced time management and organization skills to balance and coordinate effort across multiple, concurrent activities.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid technical skills in business and project management computer applications and databases.

Other Information

Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.

Work Schedule

37.5 hours per week.

Work Designation

Hybrid

This position offers the flexibility of working both on-site and remotely within B.C.

Rate of Pay

The salary for this position ranges from $91,840 - $137,760 per annum. Actual salary offered will be based on education, experience, skills, and qualifications as they relate to the role.

We aim to provide competitive pay that reflects your professional background and expertise. We want to ensure our offer will align with your strengths considering experience, skills, and internal equity to offer a fair and equitable salary. The Total Compensation Package, which includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan as well as other employment offerings will be discussed in detail as your application progresses.

Posting Date: August 6, 2026

Closing Date: Open until Filled

Please note that only those short listed will be contacted.

Having trouble applying? Please view the System Requirements & FAQ's by going to http://www.translink.ca/careers.

Coast Mountain Bus Company is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at [e-mail]