Program Manager, Distribution | Burnaby, BC

Primary Engineering and Construction Corporation; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Program Manager for their Burnaby office. This role involves overseeing electrical distribution design projects, ensuring timely and budget-friendly delivery while maintaining high quality. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, project management, and team mentorship. You will be responsible for coordinating with various stakeholders, managing project risks, and fostering client relationships. Join a dynamic team where your expertise can lead to impactful projects in the electrical distribution sector.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Technology from a recognized institution.
• PMP designation is recommended for this role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee execution of electrical distribution design projects and programs.
• Coordinate communication among internal team members and external stakeholders.
• Manage project schedules, costs, and reporting.

Skills

Project Management

Electrical Distribution Design

Mentorship

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering

PMP Designation

Job description

We have an opening for a Program Manager, Distribution in our Burnaby office.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall execution of underground/overhead electrical distribution design projects and programs (4kV to 25kV)
• Accountable for the on-budget and on-schedule delivery of concurrent electrical distribution projects while maintaining a high degree of quality.
• Coordinate work and communication among internal team members as well as external partners and stakeholders.
• Mentorship and development of Engineers, Technologists, Drafting and Project Managers on the team.
• Coordination with customers, municipal authorities, other utilities, and various project stakeholders for project execution.
• Project schedule, cost and communication management, and reporting.
• Clearly communicate with clients and project stakeholders to mitigate project risks and expectations.
• Work with the team to seek out, develop, and maintain relationships with clients.
• Project level quoting, planning, design, and project management as required.
• Off-site meetings and site checks as required.
• Analyze and produce financial and schedule reporting for projects as needed.
• Project acquisition, sales, and customer relationship building.
• Peer mentoring and training with other team members.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma or Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized college or university.
• PMP designation through PMI Institute (recommended).
• Electrical distribution, substation, or transmission design experience (both underground and overhead).
• Experience with regional power providers is an asset (BC Hydro, Fortis BC)
• Class 5 driver’s license.

Additional Assets:

• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage competing priorities with schedule and budget constraints.

Salary Range: $36.00 to $55.00 per hour