Project Manager Engineering & Transformer Projects (Remote + Travel to USA / CAD)

Inner Circle Agency Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized engineering firm is seeking a Project Manager for their transformer projects. This full-time, primarily remote role requires strong project management skills and an electrical engineering background. The candidate will oversee project execution across Canada and manage cross-functional teams. This role offers a competitive salary of CAD 80,000 to 90,000 annually and involves travel to client sites and project meetings.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of project management experience in an engineering or technical environment.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin.
• Willingness to travel across Canada and the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering and project teams to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Coordinate project timelines and deliverables across departments.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and report progress to leadership.

Skills

Project management

Electrical engineering

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job Title : Project Manager – Engineering & Transformer Projects

Job Location : Remote with travel across Canada and the U.S.

In-Office, Hybrid or Remote : Primarily remote, with required travel to client sites and project meetings.

Working hours : Full-time (Independent Contractor)

Languages : Fluent in English and Mandarin

What the Client Offers : 80,000 to $90,000 CAD annually (Independent Contractor)

High-impact leadership role overseeing engineering and project execution

Autonomy and ownership over technical deliverables in a specialized sector

Exposure to large-scale infrastructure projects in North America

Travel opportunities to key client sites and trade shows

About the Client

Our client is an established supplier of specialized electrical equipment across North America, with a focus on transformers and substation solutions. They serve clients in the energy, data center, and infrastructure industries and are known for delivering tailored, high-performance systems with technical precision.

Role Overview

We\u2019re hiring a Project Manager to lead the Engineering and Project groups within a growing transformer division. You’ll be responsible for ensuring the technical and operational execution of complex transformer-related projects while acting as a key liaison across internal and external teams. This role requires a strong foundation in electrical engineering, solid project management capabilities, and the ability to manage cross-functional teams across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering and project teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of transformer projects
• Coordinate project timelines, deliverables, and communication across departments
• Manage stakeholder expectations, reporting progress to executive leadership and clients
• Review technical specifications and ensure engineering solutions align with project goals
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, industry codes, and quality protocols
• Facilitate site visits, client meetings, and coordination with external vendors as needed
• Identify project risks and actively manage mitigation strategies

Qualifications

Required :

• Must be based in Canada
• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 3–5+ years of project management experience in an engineering or technical environment
• Fluency in English and Mandarin
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Willingness to travel across Canada and the U.S.

Preferred :

• Prior experience working with transformers or substation equipment
• PMP certification or formal project management training
• Experience managing remote technical teams