Junior Project Manager

Jobless; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Dental

RRSP matching

EAP (virtual medicine)

Wellness days

Good Life Fitness

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

DILFO is seeking a Junior Project Manager to oversee small to medium mechanical construction projects in the Ottawa area. You will support project planning, scheduling, financial tracking, and client communication under senior guidance, reporting to the Director of Projects.

Join a team with strong community involvement and a robust benefits program, including wellness days, health/dental coverage, RRSP matching, and discretionary bonuses.

Qualifications

• 2–6 years of experience in mechanical construction, project coordination, or a related field.
• Experience supporting or managing small construction projects is preferred.
• Post-secondary education in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or Construction Science.
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience may be considered.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Review purchase orders, drawings, specifications, and bid documents to confirm project scope and requirements.
• Develop initial project schedules outlining work activities, sequencing, manpower, and material requirements.
• Attend construction and coordination meetings to support alignment with design intent and project scope.
• Coordinate project documentation including RFIs, shop drawings, change orders, and submittals.
• Communicate project updates, schedule changes, and requirements to internal teams, suppliers, and sub-trades.
• Manage day-to-day client communication on assigned projects and escalates issues as required.
• Identify and document project risks and support mitigation planning.
• Coordinate with Operations and Foremen to plan labour requirements and work sequencing.
• Track labour hours, material costs, and support cost-to-complete forecasting.
• Support quality control and safety compliance on assigned projects.
• Lead project close-out activities including documentation, deficiencies, and turnover requirements.

Skills

Project coordination

Reading construction drawings

Communication

Organization

MS Office

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Construction Management degree or diploma

Tools

Project management software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Headcount Type: New

Application Deadline: August 27, 2026

The Company DILFO is proud to be trusted by the Ontario construction community to deliver the best for our clients’ needs. We design, install, and provide maintenance for HVAC, heating, cooling, refrigeration, and plumbing systems for large scale projects across different industries. Our team of skilled individuals shares a vision of building with integrity and collaboration to bring quality and innovation to our work every day, and we are honoured to have been recognized by the Ottawa Business Journal as one of Ottawa’s Best Places to Work.

The Team DILFO has a strong team culture that heavily invests in team member wellness and our community. We host regular social events including Pub nights, golf day, pizza Fridays, and more. We are extremely invested in our local community, partnering with the YMCA for the Cycle for Strong Kids annually, donating to the Ottawa Food Bank, partnering with Boys and Girls Club Ottawa to create opportunities for young people, and donating to charities our team members support.

DILFO also offers additional benefits including:

• Health and Dental Benefit plan
• Group RRSP matching plan
• Employee Assistance Program that includes virtual medicine
• Fixed number of paid Wellness days
• Corporate program through Good Life Fitness
• Discretionary bonus program

The Role

The Junior Project Manager is responsible for managing small to medium mechanical construction projects while continuing to perform key coordination and documentation activities. This role supports project planning, scheduling, financial tracking, and client communication under the guidance of senior team members. The Junior Project Manager reports to the Director of Projects.

What You'll Be Doing

• Review purchase orders, drawings, specifications, and bid documents to confirm project scope and requirements.
• Develop initial project schedules outlining work activities, sequencing, manpower, and material requirements.
• Attend construction and coordination meetings to support alignment with design intent and project scope.
• Coordinate project documentation including RFIs, shop drawings, change orders, and submittals.
• Communicate project updates, schedule changes, and requirements to internal teams, suppliers, and sub-trades.
• Manage day-to-day client communication on assigned projects and escalates issues as required.
• Identify and document project risks and support mitigation planning.
• Coordinate with Operations and Foremen to plan labour requirements and work sequencing.
• Track labour hours, material costs, and support cost-to-complete forecasting.
• Support quality control and safety compliance on assigned projects.
• Lead project close-out activities including documentation, deficiencies, and turnover requirements.

What You Bring to the Table

• 2-6 years of experience in mechanical construction, project coordination, or a related field.
• Experience supporting or managing small construction projects is preferred.
• Post-secondary education in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or Construction Science.
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience may be considered.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Working knowledge of mechanical systems and construction practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with project management software.
• Ability to track costs, quantities, and basic project schedules.

Who You Are

• Highly organized with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines
• Detail-oriented and committed to accuracy
• A strong communicator who builds positive working relationships with clients and trades
• A team player who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Curious and committed to learning and growing in the construction field

Why Work With Us

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Paid wellness days and employee assistance programs
• Ongoing training and opportunities for advancement
• Strong team culture with regular social events and community involvement
• A chance to contribute to high-profile mechanical projects across Ottawa and beyond

Working Conditions

• Sitting for prolonged durations, especially when performing computer-based tasks.
• Performing tasks in a noisy environment.
• Manual dexterity for tasks such as typing and handling system-related tools or equipment.
• Occasional bending, reaching, or climbing (e.g., to conduct surveying tasks).
• Occasional travel within the Ottawa region to job sites.

We thank all applicants for their interest in working at DILFO; only those identified for further consideration will be contacted.

Accommodations for disabilities are available, where needed, upon request.

DILFO uses artificial intelligence as part of the screening process.