Mechanical Project Managers

• Fort St James
• Posted 7 days ago

Mechanical Contractor

Leading mechanical contractor focused on buildings projects across BC

Our client, a Mechanical Contractor is working on the Stuart Lake Hospital Project in Fort St James. The are looking to hire for the following positions:

• Mechanical Project Coordinators
• Mechanical Site Coordinators
• Mechanical Project Manager

Mechanical Project Coordinators:

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Coordinator will assist them by managing the logistical details of assigned projects by processing paperwork and maintaining files. The ideal candidate will be diligent in document control and enthusiastic about expanding their knowledge of the mechanical construction field. We are looking for a team player with a passion for the construction industry

Responsibilities:

• Manage basic project correspondence, organize project files, and issue documents to the correct parties who need the information
• Help to secure permits and book inspections when required
• Process project RFI’s and be able to create and follow up on Mechanical RFI’s
• Process project Site Instructions, issue them to trades, vendors and the site team. The coordinator shall interpret the instruction and assist with preparing any estimates/quotes for the Project Manager to review and submit
• Conduct site visits and prepares a progress report for the Project Manager to review for Billing purposes
• Prepare documents for O&M Manuals when required
• Prepare LEED documentation if required
• Update project and department logs

Skills and Requirements:

• Strong interpersonal skills, work ethic, organizational and time management skills
• Strong skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Tech-savvy, strong data entry skills
• Excellent memory skills
• Able to work effectively individually, as well as collaboratively
• Able to follow directions, pro-active, reliable
• Team player (ability to maintain good working relationships with other personnel, including employees, contractors, sub-trades, and others)
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, fluent in English
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Enjoy working in face-paced environments

Education and Experience:

• Proven work history as a mechanical project coordinator
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with personnel of other departments
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in writing and orally
• Formal education or Certification in Project Management would be considered an asset
• Previous experience in construction required
• Previous experience and/or formal education in the Mechanical Industry is an asset
• Able to use project management software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Prior use in Bluebeam is considered an asset
• Prior use in Procore or similar software platforms is considered an asset
• Prior use in Microsoft Project or similar scheduling software

Mechanical Project Manager:

• Lead by example; lead the project team by taking responsibility for each assigned project
• Establish and communicate project expectations and goals to other team members
• Be responsible for understanding the scope of work and contractual agreements for each project
• Develop and implement a site-specific document control system
• Develop with site Foreman, logical Format for Procore that is familiar and comprehensive to the onsite staff
• Partner with Mechanical Foreman, to develop, implement and enforce a site-specific health and safety plan
• Partner with the Mechanical Foreman, to develop and implement a site-specific QAQC, Progress Management and Commissioning Plan
• Act as the main liaison with the project stakeholders, building a strong, trusting relationship with the client and key stakeholders. Provide guidance to stakeholders as needed
• Produce an overall project schedule, highlighting critical path activities. Enforce schedule deadlines throughout the project
• Assist with design coordination as needed
• Review and approve shop drawings and RFI’s
• Identify and mitigate project risk continuously
• Procure sub-trades, vendors, materials and equipment in accordance with the project documents
• Manage large equipment delivery logistics including hoisting plans or ensures that it is done by others
• Attend project meetings as required
• Depending on the size of the project, lead the Revit team or BIM Manager to produce fabrication drawings and pre-fabrication designs and drawings.
• Manage and track all financial aspects of the project and regularly reports back to the Ownership Group on financial performance
• Manage and oversee sub-trades to ensure their scope of work is in line with the project documents, schedule and QAQC program
• Manage project manpower needs in conjunction with the Foreman
• Produce and submit monthly progress draws
• Manage the development and preparation of operational & maintenance manuals, and owner training requirements
• Coordinate with the Mechanical Foreman
• Submit quotations for any additional work or changes
• Coordinate any site instructions or changes
• Be responsible for communicating Site Instructions to the Foreman (if no Mechanical Superintendent on the project)
• Be responsible for coordination of drawings including any and all changes to the contract drawings. Drawing must be maintained in a manner that the intended changes can be comprehended by all onsite staff
• Monitor job costing and prepare reports for review by the Ownership Group
• Provide direction to the Project Coordinator
• Collaborate with other departments (HR, Accounting) to ensure that assigned projects are completed on time and within budget
• Participate in industry-specific training programs as required to build knowledge and skills

Skills and Requirements:

• Able to lead by example
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Able to multi-task and prioritize
• Detail-oriented
• Extremely Organized, pro-active and reliable
• Able to self-manage continuous learning and skill development
• Proficient with modern technologies
• Team player (ability to maintain good working relationships with other personnel, including employees, contractors, sub-trades, and others)
  • Strong work ethic, deadline-driven
• Must be approachable
• Must have strong problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must have Canadian experience as a Project Manager in the Plumbing/Mechanical industry

Education and Experience:

• A minimum 5 years in the mechanical construction industry
• Formal training in plumbing would be considered an asset
• Formal education in project management would be considered an asset
• Proficiency in Bluebeam
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
• Familiarity with AutoDesk and Trimble products

Project is located in Fort St James/Stuart Lake BC, ideally you would be open to to relocating temporarily or permanently, company would provide rent allowance for the length of the project (approx. 2 years) or support someone willing to move permanently with a move out allowance.

Ideal Candidate:

• 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.

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