Project Manager - Mechanical Special Projects

Black & McDonald Limited; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance benefits

Pension plan

Annual discretionary bonus

Career development programs

Accessibility accommodations available

Job summary

Black & McDonald Limited is seeking a Project Manager for Special Projects to lead on-site mechanical infrastructure initiatives in Toronto. You will manage cost, schedule, quality, safety, and contract performance while coordinating with stakeholders and vendors.

The role requires 5+ years in mechanical project management for infrastructure projects up to $2M and a relevant post‑secondary degree. Proficiency with Procore, PlanGrid and ERP systems is valued.

Qualifications

• Experience with chillers, boilers, and cooling towers and other mechanical base building infrastructure.
• 5+ years of Mechanical Project Management experience in infrastructure projects up to $2M value.
• Post‑secondary education in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or Project Management.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for assigned project regarding cost, schedule, quality, safety, and contract performance
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards as per company policy and contract specifications
• Plan, prepare, monitor, and manage construction schedule and milestones
• Ensure work is performed in compliance with applicable standards – ie. HSE regulations, company policies and procedures, and contract requirements
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and consultants
• Review work/contracts/WIP for areas of risk and correct deficiencies
• Ensure material and equipment are available to tradespersons
• Ensure monthly cost forecasting and checklists are completed accurately and on time
• Ensure accurate productivity reports are completed weekly.

Skills

Construction scheduling

Project structural design interpreted

Organization & time management

MS Office

Procore

Plangrid

JD Edwards

Oracle ERP

Education

Mechanical Engineering / Construction Management / Project Management

Tools

Procore

Plangrid

JD Edwards

Oracle ERP

Job description

BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD

Black & McDonald is an integrated, multi‑trade service provider that safely delivers high quality construction, facilities management, and technical solutions. We are a family-owned and family-run company that employs thousands of highly skilled and talented professionals across North America. With over 100 years of diverse market experience, we are a forward‑thinking organization with a strong track record of delivering operational excellence and customer-focused solutions that stand the test of time.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

We offer:

• A family business with family values
• Team events and outings year-round
• Competitive compensation
• Interesting and challenging work – we’re leaders in the industry
• Ongoing investment in training and development
• Long‑term stability and opportunity for growth
• Number one in Utilities Safety Construction
• A commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

WHAT YOU WILL CONTINUE TO THE TEAM

Black & McDonald’s Special Projects team is growing! If you are an independent, enthusiastic, and driven professional searching for an opportunity to build a solid foundation for your career, this position is for you. The Project Manager is located on site and reports directly to the Division Manager.

Project Managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate assigned project(s) from start to finish and in accordance with schedule, specifications and budget. Their primary focus is safety, planning, monitoring progress, scheduling, quality, costs management, estimating, reporting, and managing project change under the direction of senior leadership. Duties and responsibilities include:

• Provide leadership for assigned project regarding cost, schedule, quality, safety, and contract performance
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards as per company policy and contract specifications
• Establish and maintain excellent relationships with all stakeholders including Black & McDonald team members, clients, consultants, joint venture partners, trades, subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and the community, while keeping them informed of relevant information
• Plan, prepare, monitor, and manage construction schedule and milestones
• Ensure work is performed in compliance with applicable standards – ie. HSE regulations, company policies and procedures, and contract requirements
• Monitor and report on progress, labour productivity, work outcomes, budget, cost, and forecast
• Prepare and submit project estimates and price/negotiate all changes in scope as required
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and consultants
• Review work/contracts/WIP for areas of risk and correct deficiencies
• Ensure material and equipment are available to tradespersons
• Ensure monthly cost forecasting and checklists are completed accurately and on time
• Ensure accurate productivity reports are completed weekly.

WHAT YOU CAN OFFER

• 5+ years of Mechanical Project Management experience in infrastructure projects up to $2M value
• A post‑secondary education in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or Project Management
• Experience with projects involving chillers, boilers, and cooling towers and other mechanical base building infrastructure
• 1‑2 years estimating on ICI or Tenant mechanical projects

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Intermediate knowledge and understanding of:

• Construction scheduling, planning, and execution
• Project structural design interpretation
• Established division practices, procedures and techniques
• Business operations processes
• Organization and time management

Intermediate user of:

• MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• Procore, Plangrid or like PM software, JD Edwards or an Oracle‑based ERP system is an asset

The expected salary range for this role is between $80,000 - $110,000 per year. The starting salary will be determined based on several factors such as the successful candidate’s qualifications, including but not limited to education and experience. Base pay is one component of Black & McDonald’s total rewards package. Total rewards vary by position and may include additional offerings such as group insurance benefits, pension plan, annual discretionary bonus, career development programs, and other HR programs.

Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process. Additionally, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with accessibility accommodation requirements. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.