Mechanical Construction Manager - Toronto, Canada (On-site)

Decima International; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Mechanical Construction Manager to oversee multiple data center projects. This role emphasizes strong project management fundamentals and the ability to manage client relationships effectively. You'll mentor staff, develop strategies, and negotiate contracts while ensuring project delivery aligns with client expectations. If you're driven and capable of handling complex projects in a dynamic environment, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career with a company committed to excellence and innovation in the construction sector.

Benefits

Paid time off

Performance-based bonuses

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction and project management experience required.
• Strong knowledge of construction and building systems needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects concurrently and ensure timely delivery.
• Establish strong client relationships and communicate effectively.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Negotiation Skills

Forensic Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Project Management certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Microsoft 365

Job description

Mechanical Construction Manager - Toronto, Canada (On-site)

Decima International is a professional services company, providing project management and controls services to clients in the United States and the Middle East. Our mission is to become the premier professional services provider across all industry sectors we are engaged in. To accomplish this, Decima International's founders established a simple yet powerful formula:

Approach each client engagement as a partnership, create an environment that attracts the most talented professionals and allows them to flourish, and regulate growth to maintain excellence in our service standards.

If you are interested in a long and rewarding career working with high-profile clients on some of the most challenging projects in the world, then Decima is where you belong. At Decima, you will be able to explore incredible growth and professional development opportunities.

We are looking for a driven and capable Mechanical Construction Manager to support us with the development of multiple data center projects for one of the top technology clients in the world. This is a client-facing role that requires strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, the ability to self-direct, client representation, and an emphasis on strong project management fundamentals. Must be able to manage multiple projects concurrently and across multiple regions. A strong background in data center development, design, engineering, controls, and operational requirements is a big plus.

You will play an integral role in mentoring staff, forming long-term relationships with clients, and pursuing new work, including strategy development, positioning, proposing, and negotiating contracts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Versed in modern project management techniques within complex, multi-functional organizations; have an understanding and knowledge of engineering, design, procurement and contracting, safety, construction, and commissioning.
• Establish a strong relationship with the client and communicate with both technical and management-level personnel.
• Create and/or maintain best practices to identify and incorporate cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Responsible for developing, managing, and reporting on scope, schedule, and budget.
• Manage assigned work from start to close out, covering all aspects related to work delivery in order to ensure that the work is conducted in a timely and effective manner.
• Prepare PowerPoint decks and present to management on progress, findings, and recommendations.
• Responsible for forensic analysis of existing building systems to improve facility performance.
• Responsible for researching new technologies and systems and studying the feasibility of integrating the technologies into the best-case use for a building.
• Provide project single point of contact, for all mechanical and plumbing disciplines, for project development and delivery.
• Vendor management and contract compliance:
• Provide Vendor oversight and performance management.
• Review and approval of vendor scope of work and design review of the site and building plans.
• Manage the selection, contracting, and integration of multiple vendors and internal partners.
• Facilitate client/sponsor decision-making to drive solutions and schedules, and manage change as required.
• Apply/influence strategies and negotiation skills to identify options and recommend solutions.
• Manage compliance with audit results and recommendations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of construction and project management experience, in the mechanical/plumbing field, in the development of multiple types of facilities (mission-critical, large Infrastructure programs, hospitals, schools, etc.).
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, engineering, project management, or related technical fields.
• An excellent understanding of construction and building systems.
• Strong working knowledge of pre-design and pre-construction, contract management, project delivery methods, building systems/components, and technology.
• Experience developing various types of reports, targeting different audiences.
• Experience in client-facing positions.
• Demonstrated ability to understand technical and complicated construction programs and the ability to communicate progress to both technical and management-level personnel.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate with any audience clearly and accurately.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Earned Value Management experience.
• Active membership in PMI, CCMA, or similar association.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification.
• Strong background in data center development and construction.
• Design, testing, and commissioning experience is a big plus.

POSITION DETAILS

• Multiple Locations (Onsite): Toronto, Canada
• Position: Mechanical Construction Manager
• Position Classification: Salary-based full-time regular hours
• Valid work permit required. This position does not offer sponsorship for employment (Visa sponsorship or transfer not offered).

PRODUCTIVITY TOOLS

• Microsoft Project
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft 365

Decima International is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

At Decima International, we offer a competitive salary package, including paid time off and performance-based bonuses. We also provide excellent medical, vision and dental insurance for our employees.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Technology, Information and Internet