Project Manager – Industrial Mechanical Construction

Project Manager – Port Coquitlam Our client is a Port Coquitlam based industrial contracting company that specializes in the installation of piping, structural, and mechanical systems for a range of industries, including petrochemical, bulk material handling, power generation, mining, and pulp and paper. The company also provides maintenance, demolition, and project management services. Operating since 1983, our client has built a strong reputation for expertise, integrity, and reliability and is proudly BC-owned and operated. The Role Are you a driven and growth-oriented professional looking to take the next step in your career? Our client is seeking a Project Manager who is motivated, detail-focused, and eager to develop deep industry expertise through diverse and challenging assignments across its industrial project portfolio. What You’ll Be Doing As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading projects from planning through execution, ensuring safety, quality, and operational success. Your key responsibilities include: Lead Daily Operations: Plan, organize, and direct daily construction operations. Schedule Management: Develop construction schedules and monitor progress using earned value techniques. Contract Negotiation: Prepare and negotiate contractual revisions, changes, and additions. Subcontractor Coordination: Manage subcontractor scope, contract changes, and project documentation. Financial Oversight: Track job costs, profit, and forecasting; work with project administrators on billing and receivables. Client Liaison: Build and maintain effective working relationships with clients and internal teams. Resource Deployment: Allocate workforce and equipment effectively to support project execution. Commitment to Excellence: Champion Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) and Quality Assurance standards across all project activities. Who You Are You bring the education, experience, and technical knowledge required to confidently lead complex industrial projects. Qualifications / Requirements P.Eng., Applied Technologist designation, or equivalent trade experience. PMP designation considered an asset. 7–10 years of applied project management experience. Experience managing subcontractors, vendors, and construction schedules. Heavy industrial experience, including process piping (Oil & Gas). Familiarity with equipment used in general contracting, multi-discipline trades, ports, terminals, and bulk material handling, such as conveyors. Strong background in contract documentation, contract review, and financial oversight. Ability to prepare construction schedules, purchase orders, and technical documentation. Excellent understanding of heavy industrial structural and mechanical systems. Proficiency in MS Project or Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office Suite. Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle. Skills / Abilities / Attributes High personal, professional, and ethical standards. Excellent communication and relationship-building capabilities. Collaborative and results-oriented work style. Strong prioritization, organization, and time-management skills. Exceptional attention to detail. Proven leadership abilities with strong follow-through. Advanced problem-solving skills for technical computations and estimating. Skilled at identifying, tracking, and mitigating project risks. Why This Role Is Special You will play a key leadership role in delivering major industrial projects across BC. You’ll gain hands-on experience with complex, multi-discipline work scopes. You will be part of a respected contractor known for quality, safety, and technical excellence. You’ll have opportunities for career advancement within a supportive, BC-owned company. What Our Client Offers Competitive base salary (120,000–140,000 per annum) Company-paid RRSP program Bonus eligibility Comprehensive benefits package 14 statutory holidays per year Professional development opportunities Long-term growth opportunities with a BC family-owned business

The Project Manager leads industrial construction projects from planning through execution, focusing on daily operations, scheduling, and financial oversight. They are responsible for managing subcontractors, negotiating contracts, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.

Candidates must have 7-10 years of project management experience in heavy industrial sectors, specifically with process piping and mechanical systems. A P.Eng, Applied Technologist designation, or equivalent trade experience is required, with a PMP designation considered an asset.

• Company-paid RRSP program • Bonus eligibility • Comprehensive benefits package • 14 statutory holidays per year • Professional development opportunities • Long-term growth opportunities

• Problem solvingPreferred
• Quality assurancePreferred
• Project managementPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project Management
• Construction Scheduling
• Contract Negotiation
• Financial Oversight
• Subcontractor Coordination
• HSE Standards
• Quality Assurance
• Risk Mitigation
• Technical Estimating
• Resource Allocation
• Client Relationship Management
• Process Piping
• MS Project
• Primavera P6
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Problem Solving

• Construction
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Trades
• Energy

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Feb 17, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level