ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Black & McDonalds Western Utilities 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 in Vancouver and typically reports directly to the Operations Manager or Division Manager.

The successful candidate will plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate assigned project(s) from start to finish and in accordance with the estimate, 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.

Provide leadership for assigned project in regards to cost, schedule, quality, safety, and contract performance Prepare and submit project estimates and price/negotiate all changes in scope as required 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 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. COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS Communicates Effectively Customer Focus Holds Self and Others Accountable Problem Solving and Innovation Values and Respects Others Coaches and Develops Maximizes Business Performance and Team Effectiveness WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 10+ years as an Project Manager in the construction industry with a contractor 10+ years working in the utilities and/or civil industry Proven experience in estimation, strategic procurement, and negotiation Experience commissioning, integration and applying QA/QC to projects Experience with Mentoring Junior and Intermediate Project Managers Experience with medium and high voltage utility work, roadway lighting, traffic signals and substations is considered an asset Experience with P3 and/or design-build projects is considered an asset Experience in WWTP projects is considered an asset EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Degree or Diploma in one of the following is considered an asset

Red Seal Journeyman or Electrical Technologist Degree

Construction Management

Electrical Engineering

Civil Engineering The following certifications/designations are considered an assetP.

Eng.

DesignationPMP Designation

Gold Seal Certification





Construction safety certifications Experience as a tradesperson in the electrical trade may substitute for education requirements. SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Proficient knowledge and understanding of: Contract management

Construction scheduling, planning, and execution

Blue print reading

Project structural design interpretation

Financial statements read and comprehend

Established utilities practices, procedures and techniques

Applicable local and provincial labour codes

Managing / leading union and non-union staff

Business operations processes

Organization and time management Proficient user of:MS Office (Word, Excel)Microsoft Project (required) JD Edwards or an Oracle-based ERP system

Bid2Win Willing and able to travel in British Columbia Valid Class 5 BC Drivers License with a clean record required The expected salary range for this role is between $110,000 and $130,000.

The starting salary will be based on several factors such as the successful candidates qualifications, including but not limited to education and experience.

Salary is one component of Black & McDonalds total rewards package.

Total rewards vary by position and may include additional offerings such as vehicle allowance, group insurance perks, pension plan, annual performance bonus, career development programs, and other HR programs.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Collaborative and supportive work culture Long-term stability One company with endless opportunities to learn and grow Empowered people with ambitious goals A family business with family values Ongoing investment in training and development

📌 Senior Project Manager - Utilities Construction (Ontario)
🏢 Black & McDonald
📍 Ontario