Project Manager - Hydro Mechanical

PROJECT MANAGER Company Overview

Hydro Tech Inc. specializes in manufacturing bearings and providing a wide range of services, including generator and turbine overhauls, upgrades, maintenance, operation, and project management for hydroelectric companies worldwide. With our head office in the breathtaking region of Northern Ontario—offering a unique lifestyle and exceptional work-life balance, we are proud to call this community home. We also operate satellite offices in Niagara Falls, Ontario, and Brunswick, Maine.

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The Hydro Mechanical Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering hydro-electric projects including generator and turbine overhauls, upgrades, maintenance, and commissioning activities. The role ensures projects are executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with Hydro Tech Inc. standards, client requirements, and applicable regulatory obligations.

This role acts as a key integrator between Engineering, Field Services, Quality, Supply Chain, and clients, ensuring effective communication, risk management, and performance tracking throughout the full project lifecycle.

• Develop, manage, and maintain project budgets, schedules, and work plans.
• Monitor project costs, progress, risks, and resource utilization; implement corrective actions as required.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation including schedules, cost reports, change logs, and progress reports.

• Coordinate engineering and design activities related to hydro-mechanical systems.
• Review project deliverables including drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Provide technical input and support to ensure constructability and efficient execution.

• Coordinate with Field Services to support installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance activities.
• Participate in site visits as required to support safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Facilitate clear communication regarding project scope, progress, risks, and changes.
• Support client meetings, reporting requirements, and issue resolution.

• Ensure projects comply with Hydro Tech policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Support compliance with applicable health and safety legislation, including OHSA and applicable U.S. OSHA requirements.
• Participate in risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective action processes as required.

• Support cost control, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Assist with change management, contract administration, and financial reporting.

• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Technical understanding of hydro-mechanical systems
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
• Risk identification and problem-solving ability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Collaborative and results-oriented mindset

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of progressive project management experience, preferably within the hydroelectric, power generation, heavy industrial, manufacturing, or construction sectors.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex technical projects from award through execution, commissioning, and close‑out.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, field services,…