Project Manager - Lower Mainland

PTW Energy Services; Surrey; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome program

Benefits package

Retirement plan

Job summary

PTW Energy Services is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead industrial electrical construction and maintenance projects in the Lower Mainland. You will coordinate between clients, field teams, and internal stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget, while championing safety and quality.

Ideal candidates bring a strong electrical background, proven PM experience in industrial settings, and the ability to interpret diverse drawings and specs.

Qualifications

• Previous Project Management experience within the industrial construction and maintenance industry.
• Strong electrical background with cross-disciplinary collaboration.
• Experience managing projects from planning through execution and close-out.
• Ability to interpret electrical, mechanical, civil drawings, P&IDs, vendor documents, and project specifications.
• Strong estimating knowledge including cost development and take-offs.
• Excellent organizational, communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities with focus on safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety by championing PTW's zero-incident goal.
• Estimate small projects independently with little to no support.
• Support the Estimating team with large project proposal development activities.
• Clearly define project scope while developing cost and schedule baselines.
• Develop and implement project execution strategies and functional plans.
• Identify project risks and develop effective mitigation plans.
• Manage project schedules, including evaluating and responding to the impact of project changes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external project communications.
• Coordinate with the Estimating team to ensure a formal handoff of all pertinent project information following project award.
• Review proposal take-off quantities against customer bid documents, identifying concerns, omissions, discrepancies, or surplus inclusions, and reconcile IFB to IFC quantities.
• Schedule and lead project kick-off meetings.
• Ensure foremen and field crews have the information, resources, and support required to meet productivity and performance expectations, while providing ongoing coaching and feedback.
• Support the project change management process and elevate concerns when appropriate.
• Obtain customer approval for progress billings and submit documentation to Finance in accordance with contract requirements.
• Prepare internal and external project close-out reports, confirm client satisfaction, communicate feedback to Business Development, and document lessons learned with the Estimating team.
• Obtain final project completion sign-off from the customer prior to demobilization.

Skills

Project management

Electrical background

Cross-discipline collaboration

Estimating knowledge

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

MS Office

Scheduling software

Job description

Project Manager Electrical (Lower Mainland)

Build What Matters. Lead With Impact. Grow With PTW.

PTW is a leading provider of industrial electrical and maintenance services across Western Canada. We are known for delivering safe, high-quality solutions while building strong partnerships with our clients and investing in the people who make our success possible.

We are currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Lower Mainland team. This is an exciting opportunity for an electrical professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building client relationships, and takes pride in successfully delivering projects from start to finish.

As Project Manager, you will play a key role in leading industrial construction and maintenance projects, serving as the trusted connection between our clients, field teams, and internal stakeholders. You will have the opportunity to influence project success through strong leadership, strategic planning, and hands-on execution.

What You'll Do

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety by championing PTW's goal of a zero-incident workplace.
• Estimate small projects independently with little to no support.
• Support the Estimating team with large project proposal development activities.
• Clearly define project scope while developing cost and schedule baselines.
• Develop and implement project execution strategies and functional plans.
• Identify project risks and develop effective mitigation plans.
• Manage project schedules, including evaluating and responding to the impact of project changes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external project communications.
• Coordinate with the Estimating team to ensure a formal handoff of all pertinent project information following project award.
• Review proposal take-off quantities against customer bid documents, identifying concerns, omissions, discrepancies, or surplus inclusions, and reconcile IFB to IFC quantities.
• Schedule and lead project kick-off meetings.
• Ensure foremen and field crews have the information, resources, and support required to meet productivity and performance expectations, while providing ongoing coaching and feedback.
• Support the project change management process and elevate concerns when appropriate.
• Obtain customer approval for progress billings and submit documentation to Finance in accordance with contract requirements.
• Prepare internal and external project close-out reports, confirm client satisfaction, communicate feedback to Business Development, and document lessons learned with the Estimating team.
• Obtain final project completion sign-off from the customer prior to demobilization.

What You Bring

• Previous Project Management experience within the industrial construction and maintenance industry.
• Strong electrical background with the ability to understand and collaborate across multiple disciplines.
• Experience managing projects from planning through execution and close-out.
• Ability to interpret electrical, mechanical, civil drawings, P&IDs, vendor documents, and project specifications.
• Strong estimating knowledge, including cost development, material take-offs, and reviewing project scopes.
• Excellent organizational, communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Proficiency with MS Office and project scheduling software.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to manage change effectively.

Why Join PTW?

At PTW, you are more than just a project manager you are a key leader responsible for delivering projects that keep industries moving. We provide the support, resources, and opportunities needed for you to grow your career while working alongside a team that values safety, collaboration, and excellence.

Compensation & Benefits

• Expected Annual Income: $130,000$150,000 per year, based on experience.
• DSP's Welcome
• Competitive benefits package
• Employer-matched retirement plan

Location:

Lower Mainland, BC

Travel:

Regular travel to project sites required