Mechanical Project Manager

Division: Trotter & Morton Building Technologies BC

Trotter & Morton Building Technologies is a multi-service construction company providing electrical and mechanical work for a wide variety of commercial building projects. Since 1927, our skilled workforce has brought their high-quality workmanship, experience, and passion to a diverse project portfolio that includes some of Alberta and British Columbia’s most iconic structures. At Trotter & Morton, we know we're only as good as our employees. We are looking to hire hard-working and committed individuals who will contribute to our team of experienced personnel by bringing a willingness to learn and an entrepreneurial spirit to every project.

Trotter & Morton is seeking a Mechanical Project Manager for Commercial Mechanical Projects to join our team! 

What’s in it for you

• Competitive salary ranging from $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 annually
• Minimum 3 weeks’ paid vacation
• Extensive benefit plan
• Professional development and training resources
• Inclusive and engaging work environment
• Fun company events and barbeques

Roles and Responsibilities 

 Project Management

• Manage and supervise day to day operations of superintendents and foremen on all assigned projects
• Initiate, review and oversee all required project administration and documentation as necessary to avoid claims and protect the best interest of the company and client
• Ensure contract agreements are expeditiously secured, reviewed, processed and executed
• Review, finalize and distribute project budget. Make all required budget updates and revisions
• Conduct pre-construction turnover meetings for all assigned projects
• Ensure all required permits and licenses are obtained and posted
• Initiate set-up, monitoring and update of project schedule
• Coordinate all required procurement of materials and equipment, with emphasis on buyout plan to meet, or improve on, established schedule dates and budget costs
• Responsible for subcontract agreement negotiation, preparation, processing and execution
• Ensure all required submittal review, processing and approvals and submittal logs are set-up and maintained
• Ensure release and expediting of all materials and equipment
• Develop, submit and obtain approval of billing schedule of values
• Prepare accurately and submit on time. Collect all payments, progress billing and holdback receivables on or before due dates
• Price, negotiate and process all change conditions and change work order. Maintain all required change related and change order logs
• Oversee all tools and equipment rentals, ensuring unused tools are returned immediately
• Responsible for overall financial performance of assigned projects, including continual cost control, management and forecasting
• Manage all subcontractors and suppliers
• Review, approve and process all subcontractor and supplier invoices
• Assist General Manager as necessary to address, resolve and settle project disputes and/or claims
• Inform General Manager of any major developments
• Ensure all projects are closed out in an organized and timely manner
• Conduct post-construction closeout meetings for assigned project

People Management

• Develop and lead a team of Project Coordinators and site staff
• Manage recruitment process in accordance with company procedures
• Ensure all projects are staffed with appropriate field forces and review labour productivity
• Manage employees through performance appraisals and discipline
• Ensure compliance with Company policies and procedures

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain positive and professional relationship with all customers, external and internal
• Make constructive suggestions to the Division Manager on improving procedures, productivity and efficiency
• Other duties as required

Required Skills 

• Professional, approachable and customer-service oriented
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
• Good mathematical and analytical skills
• Ability to prioritize workloads and utilize planning & time management skills to adhere to strict deadlines
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to lead and foster a positive work environment
• Ability to accurately estimate work
• Ability to understand and communicate advanced construction concepts
• Advanced computer skills (MS Office, Project and Procore)

Required Experience

• Completion of an Engineering Degree or CET would be an asset
• Journeyperson ticket
• Minimum of 4 years of construction management experience required

Additional Requirements 

• Travel may be required
• Position may be on a job site

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Trotter & Morton Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring talented, qualified professionals without regard to race, age, gender, or any other protected ground and to providing an environment without discrimination.

Every effort is made to provide fair and equal employment and development opportunities and to ensure that our policies regarding hiring, compensation, promotions, and transfers are based solely on skills and capabilities, job requirements, job performance, and other job-related criteria.

We thank all applicants in advance, however, we will only contact candidates selected for an interview