Overview A career that gives you purpose. A company that stands up for you. A team where you can be yourself. Sound too good to be true? This is life at Houle. We believe in empowering communities through local projects that positively impact people's lives. We're a passionate group of people who love collaborating on innovative and challenging projects.
We are recruiting for a
Project Manager/Estimator with Subject Matter Expert (SME)
level knowledge of security technology systems to join our
Security & Healthcare Technology
team, based remotely in
Alberta , ideally Calgary or Edmonton.
You will lead all aspects of the project, test technologies, troubleshoot, and perform system upgrades for Houle's Security Projects and Service work.
Supported technologies include access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, nurse call, RTLS, and related system integrations.
Be part of a team that designs and delivers complex security systems for critical infrastructure—including police stations, hospitals, and hydroelectric dams—that help keep our communities safe.
We're looking for professionals with strong project management and leadership experience in construction or electrical technologies who are ready to make a meaningful impact. In this role, you'll contribute to major security projects across Alberta while working in a progressive, high-performing environment that values collaboration, continuous learning, and personal growth.
This position requires up to approximately 25% travel across Alberta, as needed, to perform system upgrades, migrations, repairs, and troubleshooting for existing clients.
Your Responsibilities
Maintain good relationship with suppliers, consultants,
general contractors and end users
Manage all areas of the project including, contract management, financials, schedules, labour requirements, materials, deficiencies, etc.
Estimate project costs, changes, and submit tenders
Complete required paperwork for billing, and ensure payment is received
Review reports and provide analytics to project team
Arrange for project manuals to be completed
Ensure that as-built drawings are completed and sent to the owner
Report to the Operations Manager and work closely with the field team and with the assigned office support (coordinators, designers, technicians, and accounting) to achieve project performance, budget and schedule targets
Create and update drawing packages, configuration and tracking spreadsheets and other design documents
Liaise with manufacturer reps and suppliers, source and assemble manufacturer's manuals, instructions data sheets and reference for design
Collaborate with multiple stakeholders (internal & external) to help meet the needs of the projects
Perform system upgrades, migrations, repair and troubleshooting for existing clients across Alberta.
Your Experience And Skills
3+ years of project management and estimating experience in related construction/electrical technologies field
Solid knowledge of Healthcare and Security Systems including nurse call (Ascom certification, an asset), RTLS, access control, CCTV and intrusion detection
In-depth technical understanding of security system protocols, networking, databases, and best practices
Demonstrated experience performing system upgrades, migrations, repairs and troubleshooting
Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills; and able to interact with project stakeholders, project manager/estimators, field team, and office support team
Trades qualification and/or electrical TQ, an asset
Good computer skills. Must be proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Knowledge of Procore and Accubid, an asset
Strong organization and time management skills
About Houle As BC's leading electrical contractor and systems integrator, we believe in delivering safe, reliable power for the future. From hospitals and universities, to airports, shipping terminals and shopping centres, our electrical and technology professionals proudly provide innovative solutions that create value for our customers every day.
Since 1944, we've been dedicated to our craft, committed to quality workmanship, and building teams that thrive. Driven by purpose and connected through collaboration, our focus on people guides our success in delivering some of the most exciting infrastructure projects in the province.
As a certified
Great Place to Work , recognized
Best Workplaces for Women , and
Best Managed
company, we have been recognized for our efforts in creating a safe and inclusive work workplace.
Why join our team?
We emphasize having a work-life balance - We embrace work-lif
📌 Project Manager/Estimator, SME (Burnaby)
🏢 Houle
📍 Burnaby