Project Manager

Hedgehog Technologies Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm located in Burnaby, BC, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex international engineering projects. The ideal candidate will manage the entire project lifecycle, ensuring successful delivery while coordinating multi-disciplinary teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, PMP certification, and at least 5 years of project management experience with a focus on international projects. This role offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits plan, and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit plan

Professional development budget

Three days paid time off in December

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience with proven delivery of international projects over $5M.
• Demonstrated experience in PM for electrical engineering projects.
• Strong contract and vendor management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of projects.
• Develop and manage project charter, WBS, and baseline schedule.
• Oversee contracts and procurement.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

PMP certification

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Project Manager

Location: Burnaby, BC (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-time
Start date: September 2025

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex, international engineering projects. You’ll own the full project lifecycle from proposal and kickoff through design, procurement, construction/installation, commissioning, and closeout while coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, vendors, and clients across time zones. Experience in the amusement ride industry is a strong asset. Familiarity with Japanese (spoken and written) is an important advantage for supplier and customer interfaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of projects, ensuring they meet scope, schedule, cost, and quality targets.
• Develop and manage project charter, WBS, baseline schedule, cost control, and risk register.
• Drive stakeholder alignment; facilitate effective meetings, status updates, and executive briefings.
• Oversee contracts and procurement (RFPs, vendor selection, change orders, claims).
• Implement robust change management, issue/risk mitigation, and lessons learned.
• Interface with international suppliers and clients; support cultural/language dynamics (Japan experience a plus).
• This job might include some limited international travel.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field from an accredited university.
• PMP certification (active/maintained).
• 5+ years of project management experience, with proven delivery of international projects over $5M.
• Demonstrated experience in PM for electrical engineering projects (industrial, infrastructure, or similar).
• Proficiency with PM tools (MS Project or Primavera P6), cost control, and earned value.
• Strong contract and vendor management skills; excellent communication in English.
• Ability to travel internationally as required.

Nice to Have

• Experience in projects in the amusement ride/theme park sector.
• Japanese language familiarity.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering (or closely related field).
• Knowledge of relevant safety and ride/industrial standards and commissioning best practices.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefit plan with health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Three days paid time off in the last week of December.
• Professional development budget for staff.
• Global, high-impact projects with clear growth opportunities.

Equal Opportunity

Hedgehog Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.