Mechanical Project Manager – Construction Leader

Modern Niagara; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Health and dental benefits

Employee health spending account

Vacation and parental leave top-up

Annual Community Day

Job summary

Modern Niagara is seeking a Project Manager to oversee mechanical construction projects in the Ottawa area, managing budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure successful delivery. You will work closely with foremen, subcontractors, and vendors to meet financial and operational goals while maintaining strong client relationships.

Responsibilities include budgeting, procurement, forecasting, and coordinating commissioning, with a focus on safety, quality, and on-time project delivery.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical construction drawings and documents.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, costs, and budgets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Build project budgets, procure equipment and subcontractors, and manage billing and collections.
• Participate in estimating turnover, pre-construction, and post-construction meetings.
• Complete monthly financial forecasting and attend project status reviews.
• Attend client and construction meetings; communicate updates to teams and subcontractors.
• Manage and coordinate equipment and systems commissioning.
• Review contracts and determine project scope during pre-construction.
• Maintain safety standards across all project activities.
• Prepare and update WIP forecast sheets monthly.
• Conduct job site progress walks and monitor construction status.
• Create purchase orders for suppliers and subcontractors.
• Break out labor budgets and review with foremen; monitor labor progress.

Education

Construction Management degree

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scheduling software

Job description

Modern Niagara is seeking a Project Manager to oversee mechanical construction projects in the Ottawa area, managing budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure successful delivery. You will work closely with foremen, subcontractors, and vendors to meet financial and operational goals while maintaining strong client relationships.

Responsibilities include budgeting, procurement, forecasting, and coordinating commissioning, with a focus on safety, quality, and on-time project delivery.