Mechanical Project Manager

Pitt Meadows Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Ltd.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Extended health & dental benefits

Long-term disability insurance

Employee & family assistance program

Group RRSP program

Continuous education opportunities

Performance-Based Bonuses

Vehicle Allowance + Gas Card

Phone Allowance

Growth opportunities

Awesome corporate culture

Respectful work environment

Job summary

Pitt Meadows Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Ltd. seeks an experienced Project Manager for a Lower Mainland project. You will lead the project team, manage scope, budgets, and schedules, and ensure on-site health, safety, and QA/QC programs are followed.

The role requires strong communication and BIM/Procore familiarity. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years PM experience in mechanical projects, Canadian work entitlement, and a proactive, organized approach to multi-project leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience managing mechanical projects is required.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada full-time.
• 3–5 years PM experience on mechanical projects.
• Familiarity with BIM tools and project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team and set expectations for scope and goals.
• Develop and maintain the project schedule, critical path, and milestones.
• Manage costs, procurement, sub-trades, and equipment logistics.
• Review RFIs, shop drawings, and coordination drawings for accuracy.
• Coordinate health & safety, QA/QC, and commissioning plans.
• Report project status to Ownership Group and stakeholders.

Skills

Project Leadership

Team Collaboration

Multitasking

Detail-Oriented

Highly Organized

Proactive

Continuous Learning

Tech Proficiency

Communication Skills

English Fluency

Canadian Experience

PM Experience

Education

Formal PM Education

Plumbing/Mechanical Training

Tools

AutoDesk

Trimble

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Office

Job description

Pitt Meadows Plumbing and Mechanical Systems has been a leader in the industry for over 40 years. We specialize in the installation of large-scale residential, commercial, institutional, educational, and medical design-build plumbing and mechanical projects.

We are currently looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our team at one of our projects in the Lower Mainland. We are seeking a professional with a passion for leadership and a commitment to excellence. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in project management for high-rise projects.

If you are looking for a great company to build your career with, with tons of growth opportunities, that thrives on innovative design and cutting-edge technology, then PMP is for you!

We offer:

• A competitive compensation package
• Employer-paid Extended Health & Dental benefits package
• Long-term disability insurance
• Employee & family assistance program
• Group RRSP program
• Opportunities for continuous education
• Performance-Based Bonuses
• Vehicle Allowance + Gas Card
• Phone Allowance
• Growth opportunities
• Amazing corporate culture
• Respectful work environment

Reporting to the Construction Manager, the Project Manager is responsible for ensuring the success of their assigned project(s), including the planning, management, and execution of a project.

The Project Manager will:

• Lead by example; lead the project team by taking responsibility for each assigned project
• Establish and communicate project expectations and goals to other team members
• Be responsible for understanding the scope of work and contractual agreements for each project
• Develop and implement a site-specific document control system
• Develop with the site Foreman a logical Format for Procore that is familiar and comprehensive to the onsite staff
• Partner with the Mechanical Foreman to develop, implement and enforce a site-specific health and safety plan
• Partner with the Mechanical Foreman to develop and implement a site-specific QAQC, Progress Management and Commissioning Plan
• Act as the main liaison with the project stakeholders, building a strong, trusting relationship with the client and key stakeholders. Provide guidance to stakeholders as needed
• Produce an overall project schedule, highlighting critical path activities. Enforce schedule deadlines throughout the project
• Assist with design coordination as needed
• Review and approve shop drawings and RFI’s
• Identify and mitigate project risk continuously
• Procure sub-trades, vendors, materials and equipment in accordance with the project documents
• Manage large equipment delivery logistics, including hoisting plans, or ensure that it is done by others
• Attend project meetings as required
• Depending on the size of the project, lead the Revit team or BIM Manager to produce fabrication drawings and pre-fabrication designs and drawings.
• Manage and track all financial aspects of the project and regularly report back to the Ownership Group on financial performance
• Manage and oversee sub-trades to ensure their scope of work is in line with the project documents, schedule and QAQC program
• Manage project manpower needs in conjunction with the Foreman
• Produce and submit monthly progress draws
• Manage the development and preparation of operational & maintenance manuals, and owner training requirements
• Coordinate with the Mechanical Foreman
• Submit quotations for any additional work or changes
• Coordinate any site instructions or changes
• Be responsible for communicating Site Instructions to the Foreman (if there is no Mechanical Superintendent on the project)
• Be responsible for the coordination of the Drawings, including any and all changes to the contract drawings. Drawing must be maintained in a manner that the intended changes can be comprehended by all onsite staff
• Monitor job costing and prepare reports for review by the Ownership Group
• Provide direction to the Project Coordinator
• Collaborate with other departments (HR, Accounting) to ensure that assigned projects are completed on time and within budget
• Participate in industry-specific training programs as required to build knowledge and skills
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills & Requirements

• Able to lead by example
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to multitask and prioritize
• Detail-oriented
• Extremely Organized
• Pro-active and reliable
• Able to self-manage continuous learning and skill development.
• Proficient with modern technologies
• Team player (ability to maintain good working relationships with other personnel, including PMP employees, contractors, sub-trades, and others).
• Strong work ethic
• Deadline-driven
• Must be approachable
• Must have strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Fluent in English
• Must be legally entitled to work full-time hours in Canada.
• Must have Canadian experience as a Project Manager in the Plumbing/Mechanical industry.

Education & Experience

• 3 to 5 years of experience as a Mechanical Project Manager.
• Formal training in plumbing would be considered an asset.
• Formal education in project management would be considered an asset.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Familiarity with AutoDesk, Trimble, and Procore products is considered an asset.

Work Conditions

• This is a full-time, site-based position
• Overtime as required
• Walking through uneven grounds on construction sites
• Navigating around obstacles on construction sites

Who are you?

• You value teamwork and consider yourself a true team player
• You represent yourself and your work with passion and pride
• You strive to do the right thing, always
• You want a challenging yet rewarding position

Compensation

120k to 150k + 5% RRSP + 100% Employer-paid Extended Health & Dental benefits package + Life Insurance + Long Term Disability + Phone Allowance + Vehicle Allowance + Gas Card.