Job Specifications
About the Role:
The Project Manager is responsible for cost estimates and general operational oversight of various commercial electrical construction projects.
Company Overview
Since 1973, Western Pacific Enterprises, Ltd. (WPE) - a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. - has provided complex, large-scale electrical construction services for our clients throughout western Canada. As a full-service electrical provider, we offer industry-leading electrical commercial and industrial, substation, transmission and distribution, and renewable energy services. Innovation and an enthusiasm for challenging projects have made us one of British Columbia's largest electrical contractors.
We have built some of the most prominent fixtures of Vancouver and western Canada, including projects such as BC Place Arena, the Convention Centre, and the entire Skytrain System. We are proud of our sustainability focus, reducing our carbon footprint by operating as a completely paper-free environment and allowing employees the opportunity to be part of building something recognizable to everyone in your community.
Essential Functions
Prepare project construction schedules
Submit Requests for Information to clients
Manage day-to-day activities of assigned projects
Act as the main point-of-contact for project personnel
Coordinate meetings, schedule updates, submit deliverables, and address outstanding open items as requested by clients
Prepare look-ahead documents and weekly, monthly progress reports and billing information
Review and monitor job costs versus budgets
Report regularly to management team
Prepare complete cost estimates (labor and material) for projects within set deadlines
Perform field take-offs/evaluations for estimate preparation
Participate in the estimate review process with internal and external stakeholders
Prepare bills of material and other information for use by purchasing
Prepare complete labor and material cost estimates
Schedule and attend field walk-downs with customers, subcontractors, and construction personnel to understand and determine constructability requirements
Compare various project documents for accuracy and consistency
Assist in the preparation and submission of change orders
Coordinate closely with project management
Assist construction personnel throughout the project lifecycle in tracking and understanding basis of cost estimate
Regular and predictable attendance
Other duties as assigned
Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location
Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable
Assist construction personnel throughout the project lifecycle in tracking and understanding basis of cost estimate
Regular and predictable attendance
Other duties as assigned
Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location
Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards, if applicable About You:
Qualifications
3+ years of project management and estimating experience in the electrical industry
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; combination of relevant education and experience considered in lieu of degree
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledgeable with specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time/cost/labor estimates for projects and services
Knowledgeable of the N.E.C. and all relevant local codes
Able to read and understand civil, architectural, structural, mechanical, etc. plans and specifications to include blueprints, proposals and other documents as they relate to electrical work
Computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office applications
Proficient with estimating software such as Accubid or equivalent
Ability to prepare construction schedules in Microsoft Project and/or Primavera
Excellent analytical, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills
Team player who is able to successfully work with diverse internal and external partners
Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods of time What We Offer:
Compensation & Benefits
Salary
Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. ?
Medical, Basic Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long-term Disability, Dependent Coverage
Extended Health, Prescription Drugs, and Paramedical Services
Dental Health, Basic/Preventative and Major Coverage
ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
Annual Vacation starting at 10 days plus 5 paid Sick Days
Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal trai
About the Company
Western Pacific Enterprises Ltd. is a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc., a publicly traded (Nasdaq: MYRG) holding company of specialty electrical construction service providers. Since our inception in 1973, innovative and comprehensive electrical solutions have made Western Pacific one of British Columbia's largest electrical contractors. We serve all project aspects for commercial, industrial, and utility clients throughout western Canada, specializing in large-scale commercial electrical projects, telecommunications, traffic si...
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