MEP Project Manager

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a Mechanical or Electrical Project Manager to join our clients engineering team in Kingston, ON. In this role, you will oversee a variety of projects from tenant fit-ups to high-rise residential buildings, leading our in-house project teams and serving as the liaison with clients, consultants, and construction teams. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic office environment with a wide variety of clients and projects ranging from $50,000 to $50,000,000 in construction value.

What You'll Be Doing:

Prepare proposals for new projects, identifying scope, schedule, and budget with clients and negotiating associated fees. Assemble project teams and manage their efforts to deliver projects on time, within budget, and meeting client expectations. Monitor project progress through regular communication with the team, reviewing hours/dollars spent, and keeping clients and Principal-In-Charge updated. Attend client meetings, document discussions, and report back to the team. Review drawings to ensure they meet client expectations and quality control measures. Identify extra scope and negotiate additional fees where applicable. Manage sub-consultants to ensure work is completed to company standards and fees are aligned with the proposal. Coordinate contract administration activities with the design team and/or field technician. Work with the accounting team to prepare monthly invoicing and aid in project collections. Establish effective relationships with all parties involved in the project. Design mechanical or electrical projects of various complexities and sizes. Direct junior staff on design strategies/concepts. Prepare project documentation, including drawings and specifications. Conduct field reviews and oversee construction administration.

What You'll Need to Be Successful:

Solid knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems. Experience in project management in the design or construction fields. Experience with construction contract law and standard contract documents. Experience with pricing projects and managing fees for additional services. Excellent communication skills and experience working directly with clients. Ability to multi-task and be organized, especially under the stress of multiple project deadlines. A result-oriented problem solver who enjoys finding the right solution for each project. 8+ years of experience in building design or construction industry. University degree or College diploma in a related field including electrical, mechanical, architectural or building science.