Project Manager

Modern Niagara; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance based bonus opportunities

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Flexible Health and Dental benefits

Annual health spending account

24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program

Competitive vacation package

Employer Paid Parental Leave Top Up

Annual Community Day

Corporate Discounts offered

Job summary

Modern Niagara is seeking a Project Manager for HVAC mechanical construction projects in Ottawa. The ideal candidate will manage budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure successful project delivery while maintaining strong client relationships.

With a focus on safety and quality, this role requires a post-secondary degree in Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering and over 5 years of experience in project management. A competitive salary of $70,000 - $90,000 is offered along with excellent perks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Mechanical Project Manager in construction.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical construction drawings and documents.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, costs, and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources to achieve financial targets.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while promoting offerings.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are upheld throughout project execution.

Skills

Mechanical construction project management

Client relationship management

Budget management

Scheduling software proficiency

Education

Post‑secondary degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scheduling software

Job description

The Project Manager oversees multiple HVAC mechanical construction projects within the Building Services team and will be managing budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure successful delivery. This role works closely with foremen, subcontractors, and vendors to achieve financial and operational goals while maintaining strong client relationships.

Why This Role Matters to Modern Niagara

Project Managers are key to delivering safe, on-time, and on-budget projects. Their leadership ensures client satisfaction, profitability, and alignment with Modern Niagara’s standards, supporting long-term growth and repeat business.

Key Impact / Purpose

• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources to achieve financial targets.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while promoting Modern Niagara’s full-service offerings.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are upheld throughout project execution.

Duties and 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 and make financial decisions as needed.

Must-haves

• Post‑secondary degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience as a Mechanical Project Manager in construction.
• 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.
• Ability to plan and manage project schedules effectively.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles (asset).
• Ability to work in both office and field environments with high interaction across teams.

Nice‑to‑haves

• Experience overseeing manufacturing project lifecycles.
• Strong financial acumen and decision‑making skills.

This is a new position and the salary range is between $70,000 - $90,000.

Modern Niagara offers a competitive total compensation package including:

• Performance based bonus opportunities.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with a generous employer contribution.
• Flexible Health and Dental benefits with tiered options to meet the needs of you and your family.
• An annual health spending account to support your overall wellness.
• 24/7 confidential support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program with access to comprehensive resources and professional services.
• A competitive vacation package with additional vacation granted throughout your tenure with the organization.
• Employer Paid Parental Leave Top Up.
• Annual Community Day dedicated to volunteering and giving back to the communities where we live and work.
• Corporate Discounts through various vendors across Canada for programs such as fitness, mobile phones, travel, home and auto insurance and many others.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Modern Niagara

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization where everyone has access to opportunity, feels a sense of belonging, and can thrive.

We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences and are committed to a barrier‑free hiring process.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] so we can make appropriate arrangements.