Project Manager - Western Canada

Employee Benefit Consultants, Inc.; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation 4 weeks

Group insurance

RRSP with DPSP

Telemedicine access

Training & development

Employee assistance program

Social club

Job summary

EBC Inc. actively leads major infrastructure efforts across Canada, coordinating civil engineering teams, procurement, and client relations on projects like hydroelectric and bridge construction.

We seek a Project Manager to organize, direct and control field activities, ensuring on-budget, on-time delivery with highest quality. Western Canada team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management; CET acceptable.
• 5–10 years of increasing responsibility in civil/heavy civil construction.
• Experience on dams, powerhouses, bridges, or similar.
• French/English bilingualism is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Read specifications and obtain project information from stakeholders.
• Obtain blueprints and compare to bid plans.
• Draft contracts and agreements; negotiate terms with subcontractors.
• Establish project schedule and monitor critical path weekly.
• Mentor junior staff and lead projects in uncharted territory.
• Coordinate meetings and maintain client rapport.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Time management

Multitasking

Negotiation

MS Office

MS Project

Bluebeam

Attention to detail

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

P.Eng./ CET accreditation

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Description

EBC thinks outside the box and deploys all its know-how to carry out major infrastructure projects: bridges, roads, highways, tunnels, marine installations, wind farms, and hydroelectric projects. Our ability to meet deadlines and budgets as well as our vast expertise in the field allow us to actively participate in large-scale projects such as the Site C hydro‑electric power station located near Fort St‑John in British Columbia, the Samuel‑De‑Champlain Bridge, and the Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM). EBC is positioned as a true leader in this sector. Our range of specialized services has made our reputation in Canada.

Job Description

EBC thinks outside the box and deploys all its know-how to carry out major infrastructure projects: bridges, roads, highways, tunnels, marine installations, wind farms, and hydroelectric projects. Our ability to meet deadlines and budgets as well as our vast expertise in the field allow us to actively participate in large-scale projects such as the Site C hydro‑electric power station located near Fort St‑John in British Columbia, the Samuel‑De‑Champlain Bridge, and the Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM). EBC is positioned as a true leader in this sector. Our range of specialized services has made our reputation in Canada.

Our seasoned team of engineers, project managers and other specialists also put their energy into the construction of wind farms and to the benefit of hydroelectric projects such as dams, power stations, tunnels and dikes. EBC is positioned as a true leader in this sector. Our range of specialized services has made our reputation in Canada.

As a Project Manager you will plan, organize, direct and control the work of construction sites to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and at the highest level of quality.

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our Western Canada team.

Responsibilities

• Read the technical and administrative specifications of the project to be executed;
• Acquire the necessary technical and administrative information from the persons involved during the submission;
• Obtain blueprints and specifications for construction and compare them to bid plans;
• Report changes to professionals and claim costs;
• Mentor and develop junior staff members, providing guidance on project management best practices and career growth;
• Lead projects in uncharted territory, developing innovative solutions when traditional approaches may not be sufficient;
• Obtain licenses and permits as needed for the execution of the work;
• Draft contracts and agreements, negotiate terms and award them to subcontractors;
• Establish the schedule (dates, main stages of construction, constraints, methodology) and / or the critical path of the project and monitor it weekly;
• Inform the superintendent of the project and discuss with him and the director of the proposed methods;
• Place orders for critical materials, negotiate prices and prepare contract documents, in collaboration with the construction manager, for subcontractors;
• Coordinate and participate in various meetings;
• Establish and maintain a professional and continuous positive rapport with the client, etc.

Requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or Civil Engineering Technology;
• Technical background with professional accreditation (P.Eng./ CET) or combination of technical training and/or related experience;
• Related job experience of 5-10 years with increasing levels of responsibility;
• Previous work experience in Civil Engineering Construction, including dams, powerhouse and generation stations, bridges, infrastructure, and/or heavy civil construction is required;
• Previous work experience on an OPG project or powerhouse experience would be considered an asset;
• Advanced skills in communication and problem solving;
• Initiative and leadership;
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office, MS Project and Bluebeam;
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task;
• Skilled in management, negotiation, communication, and problem‑solving;
• Attention to detail and problem‑solving skills;
• Excellent time‑management skills and ability to prioritize work;
• Bilingualism – French/English – is considered an asset.

Benefits

• 4 weeks of annual vacation;
• Flexible group insurance program upon entry (health and dental components paid by the employer);
• Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP);
• 24 hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine);
• Training and development programs;
• Employee assistance program;
• Active social club and health and wellness committee;
• Diverse, innovative and stimulating environment;
• A company built on values of respect, integrity and a job well done;
• Firm recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

In accordance with applicable pay transparency legislation, EBC Inc. has included the expected salary range for this role, which is $110,000 – $160,000. Compensation within the range is determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, localisation, and internal equity. Base salary is one component of EBC’s comprehensive total rewards offering, which may include performance‑based incentives, extended health and wellness benefits, retirement savings programs, and career development opportunities.

EBC may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the candidate pre‑screening process. These tools are used responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws as well as EBC’s policies. Final decisions always remain the responsibility of our qualified talent acquisition professionals.

EBC welcomes applications from First Nations, Inuit, and Métis candidates and is committed to fostering an inclusive, culturally safe workplace.