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Mechanical engineering firm is seeking Mechanical Project Manager to join their growing operations with experience across market sectors including large commercial, residential and institutional projects ranging $50m – $250m in Vancouver BC. This position provides the opportunity to work with a truly innovative and passionate team. Salary range is $100,000 – $140,000. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role.

• Perform engineering load calculations, equipment sizing and selection for HVAC, hydronics and plumbing systems
• Mechanical Project Manager will play a key role in our design division. Responsible for the execution of projects from design through to construction
• Ensure all standards and codes are implemented and you will be responsible for meeting and exceeding client expectations while continuously improving the project bottom line
• The role requires design experience and capabilities to work alongside the existing Vancouver team
• Building sustainable relationships with clients through successful project delivery will be critical for representing the brand, drive successful project outcomes, reduce risks, ensure adherence to policy & codes
• Create and maintain project resources for the design team
• Support the recruitment, onboarding, mentoring and training of junior design staff
• Manage projects to achieve client satisfaction and profitability targets
• Be responsible for the complete design and project management of smaller projects under the guidance of the Mechanical Design Manager
• Prepare written reports as required including schematic design/ design development reports and feasibility studies
• Prepare book specifications and other tender documentation
• Liaise with equipment suppliers, vendors and manufacturers
• Coordinate with other consultants
• Attend contractor walkthroughs during the tender period as required by the client
• Be responsible for contract administration including issuance of site instructions, review of shop drawings, attendance at regularly scheduled site inspections and production of field review reports
• Assist the management team in areas of business development, sales and marketing, team personnel, technical design and related activities
• Attend design/ construction meetings during a project
• Act as the principle liaison with selected clients or major projects
• Prepare workloads and aid in scheduling tasks and allocating team resources
• Ensure quality control and quality assurance by following company QA/ QC guidelines and procedures
• Stay up to date with current building code and technologies and arrange training where necessary
• Coordinate with the energy modeling department in liaising with the design team
• Promote the company brand and seek out new work, clients and relationships at every opportunity

• Mechanical Project Manager will have minimum 5+ years of experience in the fields of HVAC, hydronics, refrigeration and plumbing
• Solid analytical skills and attention to detail
• Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and manuals
• Working knowledge of the design of mechanical building systems and drawing preparation for commercial, mixed-use and residential developments
• Technically relevant college certificate or university degree
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency using MSOffice suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Proficiency using AutoCAD software
• REVIT 3D experience desirable
• Familiarity with HVAC load calculations for buildings

• Salary range: $100k-140k
• Employer Covered Health and Dental benefits
• Training and professional development support

Only candidates with authorisation to work in Canada will be considered

Please clearly highlight relevant work experience, project overviews and project scale ($) in your resume.