Electrical Project Manager - Utilities Construction

Black & McDonald Limited•Vancouver, BC

9d•CA$95,000 - CA$125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Black & McDonald’s BC Utilities team is growing, and we’re looking for an experienced Electrical Project Manager – Utilities Construction who is independent, driven, and ready to make a meaningful impact. If you’re a strategic thinker with extensive electrical utilities construction experience, this is your opportunity to lead complex, electrical projects with an established industry contractor. The Electrical Project Manager position is located in Vancouver and reports directly to the Operations Manager. As the Project Manager, you will oversee complex Electrical projects within our Utilities Construction Division from inception to completion, ensuring they meet schedule, specifications, and budget. Your focus will be on safety, quality, cost control, and effective communication with all stakeholders.

Requirements

A Degree or Diploma in Construction Project Management, Electrical Engineering, OR Red Seal Electrical Journeyman certification
5+ years as a Project Manager in the construction industry with a contractor
5-10 years working in the electrical industry with direct experience in large-scale electrical utility projects
Proven experience in estimation, strategic procurement, and negotiation
Experience commissioning, integration and applying QA/QC to projects
Contract management and risk identification
Construction scheduling, planning, and execution
Ability to interpret project designs and specifications
Applicable local and provincial labour codes
Strong organization and time management skills
Demonstrated leadership abilities
Organization, time management, and cross team collaboration
Technical Proficiency in: MS Office Suite, Microsoft Project (required), JD Edwards or an Oracle-based ERP system
Willing and able to travel to sites around Vancouver Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island
Valid BC Driver’s License
Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Nice To Haves

P.Eng. designation
PMP designation
Gold Seal Certification
Construction safety certifications
Experience with medium and high voltage utility work, roadway lighting, traffic signals and substations
Experience with P3 and/or design-build projects
Experience in WWTP projects
Knowledge of Procore Construction Management Software

Responsibilities

Lead assigned projects (10-50M+ range) to achieve cost, schedule, quality, safety, and contract performance goals
Define project objectives, policies, and performance standards in alignment with company and contract requirements
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams
Develop and manage construction schedules and milestones
Monitor, report, and forecast progress, labour productivity, budget, and costs
Ensure compliance with HSE regulations, company policies, and contractual obligations
Prepare project estimates and negotiate scope changes as needed
Draft and manage contracts, including revisions and additions
Ensure timely completion of monthly cost forecasting, productivity reports, and project documentation
Identify and correct areas of risk within work/contracts/WIP
Coordinate materials, equipment, and workforce resources