Project Manager - Intelligent Building Systems (ICAT)

SearchLabs; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting engineering firm seeks a Project Manager for its Intelligent Building Systems team in Ottawa. This role involves leadership in project execution across disciplines like automation and audiovisual systems. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in a related field, strong communication skills, and proficiency in relevant tools. The position offers competitive compensation, benefits, and flexible work arrangements within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Strong emphasis on employee well-being

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in building automation, telecommunications, security, or audiovisual systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead project teams and work independently in a consulting environment.
• Highly organized with effective prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of design briefs and technical reports for intelligent systems.
• Manage design development considering budgets, schedules, and project scope.
• Coordinate with architects and other engineering disciplines.

Skills

Building automation and controls

Telecommunications / structured cabling

Electronic security systems

Audiovisual systems

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Decision-making skills

Bilingual (English/French)

Education

Professional certifications such as RCDD, PSP, CTS/CTS-D, MCSE, CCIE, or P.Eng

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Project Manager – Intelligent Building Systems (ICAT)

Confidential Client | Ottawa, ON

The Opportunity

Our client is a well-established consulting engineering firm delivering complex, technology-driven building projects across Canada. They are seeking a Project Manager to join their Intelligent, Connected & Automated Technologies (ICAT) team in Ottawa.

This role is ideal for a professional with experience spanning building automation, audiovisual, telecommunications, and electronic safety and security systems, and a strong interest in the convergence of building technologies. The team focuses on integrated solutions that support smart, secure, and high-performance buildings across institutional, commercial, and mission-critical environments.

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for both technical leadership and project execution, maintaining visibility across scope, schedule, budget, and coordination. You bring a structured, composed leadership style, are comfortable managing multiple workstreams, and communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and contractors.

This position offers exposure to large-scale, technically complex projects and the opportunity to play a meaningful role in shaping intelligent building solutions within a collaborative, multidisciplinary consulting environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead or support the development of system engineering concepts, design briefs, and technical reports for intelligent building systems, including:
• Building automation and controls
• Telecommunications and structured cabling
• Electronic safety and security systems
• Audiovisual and integrated technology systems
• Manage design development with consideration for construction budgets, schedules, and scope
• Review existing systems and installations, assessing impacts on project design and delivery
• Prepare technical calculations and support equipment selection
• Interpret and apply applicable codes and standards, communicating requirements to internal teams, external consultants, owners, and authorities having jurisdiction
• Coordinate effectively with architects, interior designers, and other engineering disciplines to ensure fully integrated documentation
• Understand and apply appropriate project procurement methodologies, providing recommendations where required
• Review technical deliverables (reports, drawings, specifications) for completeness, accuracy, and quality at defined project stages
• Promote and uphold internal project administration, documentation, and quality management standards
• Act as contract administrator on assigned projects, where required, including oversight of shop drawing reviews and site activities
• Coordinate with contract administration teams to ensure timely reviews and effective site processes
• Prepare or review change notices and respond to technical and financial project inquiries
• Monitor scope changes and support the preparation of contract amendments for client review
• Organize and participate in project and client meetings, including formal presentations when required

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in one or more of the following:
• Building automation and controls
• Telecommunications / structured cabling
• Electronic security systems
• Audiovisual systems
• Professional certifications such as RCDD, PSP, CTS/CTS-D, MCSE, CCIE, or P.Eng are considered assets
• Working knowledge of relevant industry standards and guidelines (e.g., AVIXA, BICSI, EIA/TIA, ASIS, CSA)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project)
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and/or Revit is an asset
• Demonstrated ability to lead project teams and work independently in a consulting environment
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects and coordinating with external consultants and contractors
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Highly organized, with a strong sense of urgency and the ability to prioritize effectively
• Bilingual (English/French) capabilities are an asset for Ottawa-based projects

Why This Role

• Opportunity to work on high-profile, technically advanced building projects
• Exposure to integrated and emerging building technologies
• Collaborative, professional consulting environment
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Flexible work arrangements and a strong emphasis on employee well-being

Compensation Transparency

• The expected compensation range for this role is $85,000 – $125,000 annually, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.
• Additional compensation elements may include:
• Group benefits and wellness programs
• Retirement or savings programs (e.g., RRSP or pension)
• Performance-based incentives, where applicable
• All non-discretionary compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Artificial intelligence (AI) is not used to screen, assess, or make hiring decisions for this role. All applications are reviewed by qualified recruitment professionals.

Vacancy Status

This posting represents a current vacancy.