Mechanical Project Manager

Black & McDonald; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mechanical construction firm in Ottawa is seeking an experienced Project Manager. You will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing construction projects, ensuring adherence to safety policies. The ideal candidate has 5-10 years of experience in the construction industry and a degree in construction management or engineering. This role offers competitive compensation, a family business atmosphere, and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Team events and outings

Opportunities for learning and growth

Qualifications

• 5-10 years’ experience in the construction industry.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of contract management.

Responsibilities

• Manage scheduling, planning, and organizing of labor, subcontractors, and materials.
• Ensure adherence to company safety policy on all projects.
• Liaise with project owners and general contractors.

Skills

Construction scheduling

Planning and execution

Blueprint reading

Financial comprehension

Organization skills

MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)

Education

Degree or diploma in construction management or engineering

Job description

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Black & McDonald’s Mechanical Construction team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.

The Project Manager is located in Ottawa, Ontario and reports directly to the Division Manager. The Project Manager will plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate construction projects from start to finish according to schedule, specifications and budget.

Duties and responsibilities

• Manage and provide scheduling, planning, organizing of labour, subcontractors and materials
• Ensure company safety policy is adhered to on all projects
• Liaison with project owners, architects and engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, and tradespersons
• Monitor and increase labour productivity
• Responsible for Cost forecasting
• Review work / contracts / WIP for areas of risk and correct deficiencies

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Change Orientation
• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Problem Solving and Innovation
• Teamwork and Collaboration

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Degree or diploma in construction management or engineering and / or trade qualification or equivalent field experience

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

5-10 years’ experience in the construction industry

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Advance knowledge and understanding of Contract management
• Construction scheduling, planning, and execution
• Blueprint reading
• Financial statements – read and comprehend
• Established mechanical practices, procedures and techniques
• Applicable local and provincial labour codes
• Managing / leading union staff
• Organization and time management
• MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)

Proficient user of

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Team events and outings year-round

A family business with family values

Competitive compensation and benefits packages

Interesting and challenging work

One company with endless opportunities to learn and grow

Empowered people with ambitious goals