Project Manager, Vancouver
- Vancouver, BC, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Do you have the “PhD” mindset (PASSIONATE, HUNGRY AND DRIVEN) to deliver exceptional work? If so, this might be the workplace for you.
An exciting career opportunity is available at GUNN Consultants!
GUNN Consultants is a close-knit team of professionals dedicated to delivering high-quality consulting services for vertical transportation (elevator and escalator) systems.
We are looking for a solutions-driven efficiency expert to complement our Project Management Teams in delivering optimal service to our clients. If that sounds like you, read on!
Job Description
Project Managers are an integral part of what we provide at GUNN Consultants. They are the primary point of contact for the client and manage many of the day-to-day activities relating to the project. This role is suited to an experienced Project Manager who is comfortable owning projects end-to-end and making decisions in a consulting environment. The Project Manager will report directly to the Department Leader and the duties include, but not limited to:
An exciting career opportunity is available at GUNN Consultants!
GUNN Consultants is a close-knit team of professionals dedicated to delivering high-quality consulting services for vertical transportation (elevator and escalator) systems.
We are looking for a solutions-driven efficiency expert to complement our Project Management Teams in delivering optimal service to our clients. If that sounds like you, read on!
Job Description
Project Managers are an integral part of what we provide at GUNN Consultants. They are the primary point of contact for the client and manage many of the day-to-day activities relating to the project. This role is suited to an experienced Project Manager who is comfortable owning projects end-to-end and making decisions in a consulting environment. The Project Manager will report directly to the Department Leader and the duties include, but not limited to:
- Daily project management of New Construction, Modernization, and Inspection Projects
- Direct management of projects across Canada, supporting the Vancouver, Calgary and Toronto branches
- Communication and coordination with architects, developers, property managers, subconsultants, and internal design and project teams to ensure the design conforms to building usage and requirements
- Management and guidance of GUNN staff assigned to your projects (Coordinator, Production Engineer, Site Personnel)
- Determining and maintaining project schedule by studying project plan and specifications, calculating time requirements, sequencing project elements, monitoring project progress, coordinating activities, and resolving issues
- Review of architectural drawings and existing equipment for equipment configurations, and code compliance as it relates to vertical transportation
- Preparation of reports, letters, and project documentation
- Review of design, traffic calculations, and specifications prepared by the internal Design Team
- Bid review, contract review and preparation, bid negotiation
- Field review/Site inspections of elevator and escalator equipment
- Business development and client relationship management, it is expected that the individual will expand the client base, company presence and signed contract value
- Other business duties as required
- Travel to project locations across Canada as required, it is anticipated that travel would include up to one week per month
- Known for exhibiting a high level of coordination, prioritization, and organization
- Strong attention to detail (i.e. recognizing written errors, reviewing documents for accuracy and consistency)
- Demonstrated ownership mindset and comfort managing projects independently (including experience running your own projects or business)
- Known to take initiative and close cycles of action
- Work well independently and as part of a team
- Deadline driven and solution focused
- Passionate about consistently achieving an exceptional engineering product
- Ready to speak up to ensure procedures are followed
- Natural curiosity for processes and how things connect
- Knowledge of electronics and mechanical equipment
- Proficient with computers, Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project
- Experienced with project coordination and management involving multiple stakeholders
- Experienced in the construction industry, 5+ years ideal
- Bachelor of Engineering degree
- Registered with a Provincial Engineering Association; P.Eng designation an asset
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Designation an asset
- Knowledge of elevator and escalator installation, maintenance, and upgrade an asset
- Excellent MS Word, Excel, Outlook skills
- CAD/Drawing experience ideal
- We have a dynamic and dedicated team who are motivated to produce great things and build a solid reputation in the industry
- We’re positive, open-minded, professionals who thrive on new challenges
- We work hard and we have fun doing it!
- We value career advancement and believe in promoting from within
- Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience
- We have excellent benefits (Extended health, Furthering Education, and more!)
- We promote a healthy lifestyle and exercise with shower facilities
- We organize formal and informal team-building activities throughout the year
More about this job
Responsibilities
Manage new construction, modernization, and inspection projects across Canada, coordinating clients, consultants, internal teams, schedules, design reviews, contracts, and site inspections. Build client relationships and expand the company’s client base and contract value while ensuring projects meet requirements and deliver high-quality results.
Requirements
The role seeks an experienced project manager with ideally five or more years in the construction industry, a Bachelor of Engineering degree, and registration with a provincial engineering association; a P.Eng designation is an asset. Candidates should be organized, detail-oriented, able to manage projects independently and across multiple stakeholders, and proficient with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project; PMP, elevator and escalator experience, and CAD or drawing experience are assets.
Skills
- Project Management
- Project Coordination
- Schedule Management
- Stakeholder Communication
- Team Leadership
- Business Development
- Construction Industry Experience
- Elevator and Escalator Systems
- Mechanical and Electronics Knowledge
- Drawing and Code Compliance Review
- Bid and Contract Review
- Site Inspections
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Project
- CAD
Benefits
- Extended Health Benefits
- Furthering Education
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Management & Leadership
- Construction
- Consulting
Keywords
- Project Management
- New Construction
- Modernization
- Inspection Projects
- Vertical Transportation
- Elevators
- Escalators
- Project Coordination
- Project Scheduling
- Stakeholder Management
- Architectural Drawings
- Code Compliance
- Design Review
- Traffic Calculations
- Bid Review
- Contract Preparation
- Bid Negotiation
- Site Inspections
- Business Development
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- CAD
- Bachelor of Engineering
- P.Eng
- Project Management Professional