Mechanical Junior Project Manager

Kelson Mechanical Inc.; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelson Mechanical Inc. is seeking a Junior Project Manager to support diverse construction projects across Ontario. You will report to a Senior Project Manager and help lead a team of contributors in a collaborative environment, coordinating efforts across design, procurement, and field execution.

The role requires strong organizational, communication and stakeholder-management skills, with opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.

Qualifications

• Mechanical/Construction degree or equivalent training/experience.
• Strong project management with organized docs and milestones.
• Self-directed, proactive, with client relationship ownership.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using project management software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist the full construction project per design specs and schedules.
• Manage project performance, schedules, budget, labour, equipment, materials and safety.
• Represent and liaise with clients, owners, consultants, 3rd party contractors, on-site team, and management.
• Analyze, interpret, and advise on docs, drawings, specs, and meetings.
• Coordinate, review, and manage monthly billings and contract changes.
• Provide leadership to a diverse team and promote policy adherence.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Client relationship

Budget management

Scheduling

Documentation

Communication

Proactive / self-directed

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Construction degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with leadership qualities who will be instrumental in the success and achievements of Kelson over the long term. This role has significant potential growth for development and is a gateway to substantial career path opportunities. Reporting directly to a Senior Project Manager, this individual will be responsible for a diverse team of contributors in a team-base environment. As a Junior Project Manager you will assist in some of our more complex projects located across Ontario.

• Assisting in the entire construction project in accordance with the design specifications, project plans and schedules.
• Managing all components of the role some of which include: project performance, schedules, budget, labour, equipment, materials and safety.
• Represent and liaise with clients, owners, consultants, 3rd party service contractors, on-site team members, and management.
• Analyzing, interpreting and advising on all documentation, drawings, design specifications, client and sub-trade meetings.
• Coordinating, reviewing and managing monthly billings and contract changes.
• Provide leadership to a diverse team including coaching and managing performance; implementing and adherence of corporate policies and procedures, driving innovation and leading by example.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Mechanical Engineering/Construction degree or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience.
• Strong project management skills including organizational, documentation and demonstrated success in technology based environment.
• Self-directed and proactive with a bias for action. A decision-maker who holds the relationship with the client.
• Excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
• Strong computer skills including project management software, the Microsoft Office suite of products and in-house systems.