Construction Manager 1

BC Hydro; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 107,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility provider in Campbell River is seeking a Construction Manager to supervise construction and contract management for various utility projects. The role entails directing a diverse team, ensuring safety compliance, and managing complex projects effectively. The ideal candidate should have technical expertise in civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering and seven years of relevant experience. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Minimum of 15 paid vacation days

Lifetime pension

Flexible work model

Training and development courses

Qualifications

• Seven years of experience in construction or utility industries.
• Considerable technical knowledge in civil, electrical, and mechanical construction.
• Ability to provide strong work leadership.

Responsibilities

• Directs and supervises BC Hydro Construction officers and consultants.
• Ensures compliance with safety requirements.
• Manages construction contracts and oversees project timelines.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Construction methods and procedures

Project planning

Technical direction

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

High school graduation with additional technical training in civil or electrical engineering

Tools

Safety compliance knowledge

Job description

Overview

Job Location: Campbell River, BC

Employment type: Permanent

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/week)

Annual Salary: $ 107,000.00 - 135,300.00

No. of positions: 1

Closing date: November 10, 2025

About the job:

At BC Hydro, we’re working towards creating a cleaner and more sustainable future for all British Columbians and need people like you to help us. A career at BC Hydro is meaningful and provides you the opportunity to be part of a talented, inclusive, and diverse team. We offer a healthy work-life balance, competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and training opportunities to support you in your career growth. We\'re proud to be ranked as one of B.C.\'s Top Employers and one of Canada\'s Best Diversity Employers.

What you’ll do

• Directs and supervises a multidiscipline group of BC Hydro Construction officers, support staff and/or external consultants in the fields of construction management, contract management and commissioning.
• Ensures that all aspects of construction work and associated activities related to assigned projects is planned and carried out efficiently and effectively in terms of safety, quality, schedule, cost and scope.
• Provides leadership and ensures compliance with safety requirements.
• Works with the Construction Manager 2 to ensure adequate resources are in place to meet multi-year project and program plans. Provides technical guidance and facilitates appropriate technical reviews and oversight for projects as required.
• Assists in the development of business unit objectives, quality assurance standards, customer needs, and performance measurements. Assists in managing Construction Management and Commissioning\'s operational performance to meet objectives.
• Conducts Constructability Reviews for projects throughout various stages in the project life-cycle.
• Provides input to and reviews contract tender documents with respect to scope and risk. Provides input to the public consultation process as it pertains to construction site activities and issues.
• May act as "Hydro\'s Representative" and Work Package Manager on a portfolio of construction contracts.
• Manages construction and equipment installation contracts, ensures the successful completion of the contract work in compliance with the contract milestones and responsible to verify and prepare documentation for payment.
• Negotiates work changes and manages contract disputes

What you bring

• High school graduation plus additional technical training in civil, electrical and/or mechanical equivalent to a partial university degree in engineering or graduation from a technical institute or accredited trade program.
• Extensive on-the-job experience & training, without a formal degree or diploma, will be considered.
• Seven (7) years of progressively more complex experience in the construction or utility industry including considerable experience with hydro-mechanical & protection and control utility projects and performing resident engineering or construction/contract management duties. Considerable technical knowledge in civil, electrical and mechanical construction and or maintenance work considered an asset. Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to relate and discuss issues with a range of professionals from trades people to senior management
• Ability and passion to provide strong work leadership and technical direction to engineers or other technical support staff
• Ability to manage a project or series of projects of considerable scope and complexity on time and within budget
• Demonstrated knowledge in construction methods and procedures in a utility environment
• Demonstrated organization, project planning and people management skills
• Extensive experience in the construction of dams and spillways will be considered an asset for this position
• Experience managing BC Hydro contracts as a Hydro Representative / Delegate will be considered an asset for this position
• Experience working and/or coordinating with Station Field Operations will be considered an asset for this position
• Primary work location is Campbell River, although travel will be required periodically; Experience with commissioning and turnover process to be considered an asset.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and accommodate out of town work for extended periods of time as required.
• Required to collaborate and coordinate with multi disciplined management and professionals across the organization including the management of consultants and Unionized employees.

What we offer

Please note that up to 3 Full Time Regular positions may be available.

• A comprehensive benefits package
• A minimum of 15 paid vacation days
• A lifetime pension
• Flexible work model, depending on your role type
• Training and development courses
• For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.

What else you should know

• Strong civil, mechanical or electrical background will be considered an asset.
• Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete an online leadership assessment as part of the interview process.
• Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will be required as a pre-condition to employment.
• Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro’s time in role requirement. M\&P employees must meet the time in role requirement specified in their most recent offer letter. For MoveUP and IBEW employees, the current time in role as outlined in the Collective Agreements will apply.
• Don\'t forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable, include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without any delays.
• Location: Campbell River BC
• How to apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications online at https://app.bchydro.com/careers/current_opp.html or click ‘Apply’

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