Our client, a Western Canada–based mechanical services and flow control organization, is seeking a Project Manager, Major Projects to lead complex field-driven initiatives across the Lower Mainland and Alberta markets.
This is a hybrid leadership role blending major project management, bid review/estimating, and technical client interface. The successful candidate will oversee major mechanical projects.
Key Responsibilities Major Project Leadership (Engineering-Level Oversight) Lead and manage 8–12 concurrent major mechanical projects from bid review through execution and close-out
Conduct detailed bid reviews, scope validation, cost analysis, and risk assessment
Act as senior client liaison — conduct site walkthroughs, review NDT/NDE requirements, confirm weld procedures, and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards
Oversee projects involving pressure vessel design, fabrication, modification, and repair
Ensure adherence to ASME and applicable pressure vessel/manufacturing standards
Coordinate with P.Eng., inspectors, fabrication shops, and field crews to ensure technical integrity and quality execution
Manage projects across Metro Vancouver, Calgary, and Edmonton markets
Monitor budgets, schedules, forecasts, change orders, and commercial risk
Operations & Team Leadership (Day-to-Day Oversight) Supervise and mentor a small team handling dispatch, coordination, estimating support, and field scheduling
Oversee equipment, inventory, and workflow management to support both major and smaller service projects
Coordinate field activities including saw cutting, slab work, demolition support, and related mechanical scopes




Develop process improvements for scheduling, reporting, and operational efficiency
Identify and groom emerging project managers while strengthening non-technical operational leadership
Qualifications 8+ years of experience in mechanical project management, industrial construction, pressure vessel manufacturing, or related heavy mechanical environments
Direct experience with pressure vessel design and/or manufacturing (ASME Section VIII familiarity preferred)
Solid background in bid reviews, scope analysis, estimating, and commercial oversight
Working knowledge of weld procedures, NDT/NDE processes, and applicable mechanical/pressure codes
Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with regional coordination
Demonstrated leadership experience supervising field teams and coordinators
Engineering degree preferred (P.Eng. strongly valued but not mandatory)
Willingness to travel between BC and Alberta as required
Ideal Profile Strong client-facing presence with ability to guide customers through technically complex scopes
Comfortable operating at a General Manager level while remaining hands-on
Balanced technical depth (pressure vessels, mechanical systems) with practical field knowledge
Process-driven, organized, and commercially aware
Interested in long-term progression into broader operational leadership
This is a senior leadership opportunity for a technically grounded project professional ready to oversee major mechanical and pressure vessel initiatives while shaping operational excellence across Western Canada. Salary expectations are $130,000 – $160,000 CAD.

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📌 Project Manager, Major Projects Torus Talent Consultants LTD (Alberta)
🏢 Project Management Institute - Southern Alberta Chapter (PMI-SAC)
📍 Alberta