Project Manager

About Us

Babcock & Wilcox is a leader and innovator in the energy transition, providing an extensive range of proven, clean power production technologies. We deliver environmentally conscious, technology-driven solutions and services to energy and industrial customers worldwide - safely, ethically and as promised. At B&W you'll find interesting and challenging work, career growth opportunities, a competitive benefits package, and a great work environment.

B&W Canada is currently seeking a motivated individual to fill the role in its construction business as an intermediate Project Manager/Project Engineer.

Why choose B&W?

- Highly supportive work environment focused on diversity, equity and inclusion.

- Vacation policy focused on fostering a productive work / life balance

- Comprehensive compensation package, health and dental benefits and pension and savings plans

- Employee and Family Assistance Program

- Great team Environment

- Opportunity to travel for the company and work in other areas of the country

- Educational opportunities though courses dedicated to product knowledge and job skill improvement

- Social events

- Mentorship and training when onboarded and throughout your career

Job Description Summary

The intermediate Project Manager will work in the regional office reporting to the Regional Construction Manager. Travel and time at project sites are normal for this role.

The successful candidate will manage mechanical construction type projects in an industrial environment (Oil and Gas, Pulp and Paper, Mining, Power Generation and Environmental Controls Technology).

Specific Duties

- Work within a unionized construction environment managing projects valued in the range of $50,000-$5M

- Interface with customers developing business opportunities to sustain or grow the construction business

- Works with other project managers, safety and quality representatives, unionized superintendents and unionized craft (tradespeople) to execute construction work in industrial environments

- Estimate, schedule, plan construction work packages and proposals in conjunstion with the Regional Managers and Superintendents.

- Complete project costing, pricing and submittal of proposal to customers and B&W sales personnel

- Supports and enforces all company safety policies and procedures

- Communicates project status to financial and schedule support team and senior management (when required)

- Works with Project Management Office to implement consistent project management processes, procedures, tools and methods

- Drives project risk management and mitigation through strict governance processes and procedures

- Perform regular project assessments & audits of projects

- Evaluates aspects of project operational costs and works towards reducing costs and expenses where possible without sacrificing safety or quality

- Provides on-site project management upon award of contract

- Is the on-site Company representative with regards to craft issues and adherence to associated collective agreements

- Through personal example and leadership, maintains company reputation for outstanding client service and project quality

Education And/or Relevant Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or related field, or a minimum of 5 years of experience as an on-site Project Manager

- Demonstrable knowledge of commercial construction trades and proven experience in both project management and estimating disciplines

- Experience in managing large projects involving engineering, procurement, and construction

- Familiarity with scheduling tools such as MS Project

- Familiarity with Microsoft office applications

Candidate Requirements

- Bilingual in French and English - speak, read, and write

- Familiarity with Industrial equipment, piping, tanks, pressure vessels, boilers and steam generating equipment

- Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license

- Must be able to work according to our customers schedules which may include weekends / after hours.

- Must be able to wear proper PPE for the job

Preferred Skills And Competencies

- Ability to work as a team member on projects with an aptitude for problem solving

- Organized and detail oriented

- Able to manage time effectively and prioritize responsibilities

- Positive presence and effective communication skills, both written and verbal

- Ability to work independently, self-starter, and motivator