Mechanical Project Manager, Buildings | Engineering Firm | Vancouver - Outpost Recruitment

Mechanical engineering firm is seeking Mechanical Project Manager to join their growing operations with experience across market sectors including large commercial, residential and institutional projects ranging $50m - $250m in Vancouver BC. This position provides the opportunity to work with a truly innovative and passionate team. Salary range is $90,000 - $120,000. Outpost Recruitment is excited to work with our client on this full-time permanent role.

Responsibilities of Mechanical Project Manager:

Perform engineering load calculations, equipment sizing and selection for HVAC, hydronics and plumbing systems

Mechanical Project Manager will play a key role in our design division. Responsible for the execution of projects from design through to construction

Ensure all standards and codes are implemented and you will be responsible for meeting and exceeding client expectations while continuously improving the project bottom line

The role requires design experience and capabilities to work alongside the existing Vancouver team

Building sustainable relationships with clients through successful project delivery will be critical for representing the brand, drive successful project outcomes, reduce risks, ensure adherence to policy & codes

Create and maintain project resources for the design team

Support the recruitment, onboarding, mentoring and training of junior design staff

Manage projects to achieve client satisfaction and profitability targets

Be responsible for the complete design and project management of smaller projects under the guidance of the Mechanical Design Manager

Prepare written reports as required including schematic design/ design development reports and feasibility studies

Prepare book specifications and other tender documentation

Liaise with equipment suppliers, vendors and manufacturers

Coordinate with other consultants

Attend contractor walkthroughs during the tender period as required by the client

Be responsible for contract administration including issuance of site instructions, review of shop drawings, attendance at regularly scheduled site inspections and production of field review reports

Assist the management team in areas of business development, sales and marketing, team personnel, technical design and related activities

Attend design/ construction meetings during a project

Act as the principle liaison with selected clients or major projects

Prepare workloads and aid in scheduling tasks and allocating team resources

Ensure quality control and quality assurance by following company QA/ QC guidelines and procedures

Stay up to date with current building code and technologies and arrange training where necessary

Coordinate with the energy modeling department in liaising with the design team

Promote the company brand and seek out new work, clients and relationships at every opportunity

Requirements of Mechanical Project Manager:

Mechanical Project Manager will have minimum 5+ years of experience in the fields of HVAC, hydronics, refrigeration and plumbing

Solid analytical skills and attention to detail

Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and manuals

Working knowledge of the design of mechanical building systems and drawing preparation for commercial, mixed-use and residential developments

Technically relevant college certificate or university degree

Excellent English written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency using MSOffice suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Proficiency using AutoCAD software

REVIT 3D experience desirable

Familiarity with HVAC load calculations for buildings

Compensation:

Salary range: $90k-120k

Employer Covered Health and Dental benefits

Training and professional development support

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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