Mechanical Project Manager

Taylor Ryan Executive Search Partners; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid vacation 3–4 weeks

RRSP matching

Medical and dental benefits

Vehicle allowance

Gas card

Job summary

Taylor Ryan Executive Search Partners is assisting a well-established BC mechanical contractor in Vancouver to find an experienced Mechanical Project Manager. The role oversees the mechanical scope of major new-build projects, coordinating with site teams, consultants, subcontractors, clients and internal stakeholders to deliver safely, on schedule and within budget.

The successful candidate will bring 3+ years (ideally 5–10) of mechanical project leadership, a track record on high-value

Qualifications

• 3+ years as Mechanical Project Manager in North American construction.
• 5–10 years in mechanical construction preferred.
• Experience delivering multi-million $ projects.
• Strong scheduling, cost control and contract administration.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the mechanical scope of assigned projects, ensuring delivery safely, on schedule and within budget.
• Manage projects throughout the full lifecycle, from pre-construction and planning through to commissioning, completion and close-out.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, forecasting, cash flow and cost control, monitoring labour, materials and subcontractor costs.
• Oversee contracts, change orders and commercial documentation, ensuring changes are accurately priced, approved and incorporated into project plans.
• Coordinate RFIs, shop drawings, submittals, procurement and other project documentation.
• Work closely with General Contractors, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams to maintain clear communication and accountability.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Education

Mechanical trade diploma or post-secondary education

Job description

My client is looking to add an experienced Project Manager to their successful and growing team in Vancouver. This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager with a proven track record of delivering complex mechanical construction projects to take on a key role within a well-established and highly regarded organization.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the mechanical scope of major new-build projects, working closely with site teams, consultants, subcontractors, clients, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

About the Company

My client is a well-established, full-service mechanical contractor with more than 40 years of experience operating across British Columbia. They have built a strong reputation for delivering technically complex projects across a diverse range of sectors, including high-rise residential, P3 design-build, commercial, institutional, and large-scale ICI new builds.

With a strong pipeline of work and an established project team, this is an excellent opportunity to join an organization that offers long-term stability, a collaborative working environment, and the opportunity to work on significant projects across the Lower Mainland.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Oversee the mechanical scope of assigned projects, ensuring delivery safely, on schedule and within budget.
• Manage projects throughout the full lifecycle, from pre-construction and planning through to commissioning, completion and close-out.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, forecasting, cash flow and cost control, monitoring labour, materials and subcontractor costs.
• Oversee contracts, change orders and commercial documentation, ensuring changes are accurately priced, approved and incorporated into project plans.
• Coordinate RFIs, shop drawings, submittals, procurement and other project documentation.
• Work closely with General Contractors, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams to maintain clear communication and accountability.
• Coordinate with other MEP trades to ensure mechanical systems are properly integrated with the wider project.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, resolve issues and ensure work meets project requirements.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing potential delays, cost overruns and technical challenges.
• Support estimating, take-offs, tender preparation and bidding activities for future projects.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Project Coordinators and junior Project Managers, supporting the development of the wider team.
• Carry out other project management duties as required.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Mechanical Project Manager within the North American construction industry.
• Ideally 5–10 years of relevant experience within mechanical construction.
• Proven experience delivering complex new-build projects across commercial, institutional, high-rise or similar sectors.
• Experience delivering at least one new-build project valued at $30M+.
• Previous experience with a full-service mechanical contractor is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of mechanical construction, project scheduling, cost control and contract administration.
• Mechanical trade, diploma or post-secondary education is an asset but not essential.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational and stakeholder-management skills.
• Commercially minded, with the ability to manage budgets, assess project risks and maintain overall project performance.
• Comfortable working closely with site teams and undertaking regular site visits.
• $120,000–$150,000 base salary, depending on experience
• 3–4 weeks of paid vacation
• RRSP matching
• 100% employer-paid medical and dental benefits
• Vehicle allowance
• Gas card
• Opportunity to deliver large-scale, technically complex projects
• Long-term career opportunity with an established and highly regarded BC mechanical contractor