Mechanical Project Manager, Buildings | Engineering Firm | Vancouver – Outpost Recruitment

Outpost Recruitment; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic mechanical engineering firm as a Mechanical Project Manager, where your expertise in HVAC, hydronics, and plumbing will be pivotal in managing large-scale projects. This role offers the chance to work within a passionate team, ensuring quality and innovation in every project. You will oversee the execution of projects, from design through construction, while fostering client relationships and mentoring junior staff. With a competitive salary and employer-covered health benefits, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the engineering field and grow within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Employer-covered health benefits

Dental benefits

Training and professional development support

Qualifications

• 5+ years in HVAC, hydronics, refrigeration, and plumbing required.
• Solid analytical skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from design to construction ensuring quality and client satisfaction.
• Build sustainable client relationships and support junior staff.

Skills

HVAC

Hydronics

Plumbing

Analytical Skills

Blueprint Interpretation

MS Office Suite

AutoCAD

REVIT 3D

Communication Skills

Education

Technically relevant college certificate

University degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

REVIT 3D

Job description

Mechanical engineering firm is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager to join their growing operations with experience across market sectors including large commercial, residential, and institutional projects ranging from $50m to $250m in Vancouver, BC. This position provides the opportunity to work with a truly innovative and passionate team. Salary range is $90,000 - $120,000. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role.

Responsibilities of Mechanical Project Manager:

• Perform engineering load calculations, equipment sizing, and selection for HVAC, hydronics, and plumbing systems.
• Play a key role in our design division and be responsible for the execution of projects from design through to construction.
• Ensure all standards and codes are implemented while meeting and exceeding client expectations and continuously improving the project bottom line.
• Have design experience and capabilities to work alongside the existing Vancouver team.
• Build sustainable relationships with clients through successful project delivery to represent the brand, drive successful project outcomes, reduce risks, and ensure adherence to policy and codes.
• Create and maintain project resources for the design team.
• Support the recruitment, onboarding, mentoring, and training of junior design staff.
• Manage projects to achieve client satisfaction and profitability targets.
• Be responsible for the complete design and project management of smaller projects under the guidance of the Mechanical Design Manager.
• Prepare written reports as required, including schematic design/design development reports and feasibility studies.
• Prepare book specifications and other tender documentation.
• Liaise with equipment suppliers, vendors, and manufacturers.
• Coordinate with other consultants.
• Attend contractor walkthroughs during the tender period as required by the client.
• Be responsible for contract administration including issuance of site instructions, review of shop drawings, attendance at regularly scheduled site inspections, and production of field review reports.
• Assist the management team in areas of business development, sales and marketing, team personnel, technical design, and related activities.
• Attend design/construction meetings during a project.
• Act as the principal liaison with selected clients or major projects.
• Prepare workloads and aid in scheduling tasks and allocating team resources.
• Ensure quality control and quality assurance by following company QA/QC guidelines and procedures.
• Stay up to date with current building codes and technologies and arrange training where necessary.
• Coordinate with the energy modeling department in liaising with the design team.
• Promote the company brand and seek out new work, clients, and relationships at every opportunity.

Requirements of Mechanical Project Manager:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in the fields of HVAC, hydronics, refrigeration, and plumbing.
• Solid analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and manuals.
• Working knowledge of the design of mechanical building systems and drawing preparation for commercial, mixed-use, and residential developments.
• Technically relevant college certificate or university degree.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency using MS Office suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Proficiency using AutoCAD software.
• REVIT 3D experience desirable.
• Familiarity with HVAC load calculations for buildings.

Compensation:

• Salary range: $90k-$120k.
• Employer-covered health and dental benefits.
• Training and professional development support.

Ideal Candidate:

Only candidates with authorization to work in Canada will be considered. Please clearly highlight relevant work experience, project overviews, and project scale ($) in your resume.