Senior Project Manager - Utilities Construction

Black & McDonald’s BC Utilities team is growing, and we’re looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager – Utilities Construction who is independent, driven, and ready to make a meaningful impact. If you’re a strategic thinker with extensive utilities construction experience, this is your opportunity to lead complex, electrical projects with an established industry leader. The Senior Project Manager position is located in Vancouver and reports directly to the Operations Manager or Division Manager.

At Black & McDonald, we believe in building more than just projects. We build careers, relationships, and a culture where people thrive. Here’s what makes us different:

• Family Values at Our Core
  As a family-owned business, we foster trust, respect, and collaboration in everything we do.
• A Connected Team
  Enjoy team events and outings throughout the year that bring us closer together.
• Competitive Rewards
  We offer compensation and benefits that recognize your talent and hard work.
• Challenging, Meaningful Work
  Be part of an industry leader in Utilities Safety Construction, tackling projects that make a real impact.
• Growth and Development
  Invest in your future with ongoing training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities.
• Long-Term Stability
  Build a career with a company committed to your success and professional growth.
• Inclusive Culture
  We’re proud to champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in every aspect of our workplace.

As the Senior Project Manager, you will oversee utilities construction projects 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.

• Lead assigned projects 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

We’re looking for a proven leader with the skills and experience to deliver exceptional results. Here’s what will set you up for success in this role:

• A Degree or Diploma in one or more of the following:
  • Construction Project Management
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • OR Red Seal Electrical Journeyman certification
• The following certifications/designations are considered an asset: P.Eng. designation, PMP designation, Gold Seal Certification, Construction safety certifications
• 10+ years as a Project Manager in the construction industry with a contractor
• At least 8-10 years working in the utilities and/or civil industry with direct experience in large-scale electrical projects.
• Proven experience in estimation, strategic procurement, and negotiation
• Experience commissioning, integration and applying QA/QC to projects
• Experience with medium and high voltage utility work, roadway lighting, traffic signals and substations is considered an asset
• Experience with P3 and/or design-build projects is considered an asset
• Experience in WWTP projects is considered an asset

To excel in this role, you should bring a strong mix of technical expertise, leadership, and organizational skills, including:

• 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…