MCA Construction Manager - 21737

Morson Canada; Kelowna; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Construction Manager for high voltage projects based in Mica Creek, BC. With a focus on safety and project efficiency, the successful candidate will lead a small team and ensure adherence to quality standards within a flexible work schedule. Applicants should possess significant experience in construction management and high voltage systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of construction management experience or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of OSH, WorkSafe safety standards.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage material, financial, and human resources.
• Ensure project quality, safety, budget, and schedule adherence.
• Lead stakeholder engagement and public consultations.

Skills

Project Management

Safety Standards Knowledge

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Role: Construction Manager for High Voltage CT Replacement and 500kV Circuit Breakers

Estimated Work Start Date: 01-Apr-2025

Estimated Work End Date: 31-Dec-2025

Location: Mica Creek, BC - approximately 140 km north of Revelstoke BC.

Work Schedule: 4 days on, 3 days off; negotiable.

Compensation: Max T4 Rate: $88.12/hr; Max INC Rate: $106.62/hr.

Applicant Location: Okanagan region. The role is primarily field-based with flexible scheduling.

Experience and Role Accountabilities

• Minimum 15 years of construction management experience or equivalent.
• Manage material, financial, and human resources; ensure project quality, safety, budget, and schedule adherence.
• Prioritize site safety; perform and review Safe Work Observations; enforce safety standards and regulations.
• Develop mitigation plans; manage risks including environmental, safety, and stakeholder relations.
• Lead stakeholder engagement and public consultations for construction activities.
• Handle construction inquiries and issues; maintain positive stakeholder relationships.
• Serve as a subject matter expert; participate in committees and advise on technical issues.
• Support project activities, including claims management and team collaboration.

Education and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of project management and safety standards (OSH, WorkSafe).
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.

Must Have Experience

• Installing, testing, and commissioning high voltage electrical equipment.
• Managing complex construction or supply contracts, including RFP development and claims mitigation.

Location Preferences and Scope of Work

Preferred locations within ~400 km radius: Kelowna, Kamloops, Vernon.

Scope includes:

• Installing and commissioning 500 MW generator neutral CTs.
• Installing and commissioning three (3) single-phase 500 kV circuit breakers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule outages and isolation requirements.
• Develop construction and commissioning plans.
• Manage small team of Construction Officers ensuring safety, environmental compliance, and quality.
• Administer construction and supply contracts as needed.

Desired Experience

• Leading small teams.
• Industrial construction and high voltage electrical experience.
• RFP development and contract management (nice to have).