engineering service project manager
Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Project Manager - Coquitlam 2nd Intake
Posted on July 02, 2026 by Employer details Metro Vancouver
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Project Manager - Coquitlam 2nd IntakePosition Status: Full-Time RegularDepartment: Project DeliveryEmployee Group: ExemptLocation: 4515 Central Boulevard, BurnabySalary Range/ Wage Rate: Professional / Technical, Level P5B ($161,794.85 - $190,355.78 annually) (2024 wage rates) Our Project Delivery Department is seeking a Project Manager - Coquitlam 2nd Intake who will manage the Coquitlam Water Supply Projects program. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in leading groups, and designing, constructing and managing large, complex capital projects. You are: A leader and a proactive team player, who is well versed in project management and skilled in collaboration with multiple stakeholders. You have exemplary communication skills and strong experience in leading major multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects including water intakes, tunnels, water treatment plants, transmission mains, and other large, complex projects.The Project Manager - Coquitlam 2nd Intake reports to the Director, Major Projects. This role: Works as a technical/specialist expert and is responsible for leading the Coquitlam second intake project including the intake, conveyance infrastructure and filtration treatment facilities. Responsible for managing the project through all phases including preliminary design, detailed design, construction and commissioning. Accountable for the project?s budget preparation, resource allocations and reporting. Monitors and controls spending ensuring the effective and efficient expenditure of funds within the approved budget. Develops and implements strategic initiatives, guides staff on cost control and is responsible for the project?s schedule. Leads and manages a multi-disciplinary team consisting of engineering and technical staff, external consulting engineers and project management specialists. Coordinates project activities, facilitates communication and determines resources required. Prepares and reviews Requests for Statement of Qualifications and Requests for Proposals. Evaluates submissions and prepares recommendations for the award of engineering services, materials and construction contracts. Determines relevant processes and standards for procurement; preliminary and detailed design; contract development; tendering; construction; and commissioning. Performs quality audits to ensure technical standards, corporate policies and procedures are adhered to. Ensures permits and authorizations have been obtained and ensures stakeholders have been adequately consulted. Makes decisions to resolve complex technical, financial, contractual, social, environmental and legal challenges encountered throughout the project. Works closely with the project team to address challenges. Makes significant decisions and recommendations regarding consulting and/or construction contract claims for change-orders and extra work. Evaluates the validity of claims by investigating the claimed impacts and exploring alternative methods. May present recommendations for review and approval to the Director, General Manager or CAO depending on scope. Responsible for hiring, directing and motivating staff. Monitors performance towards division, department and corporate objectives and ensures staff adhere to corporate and board policies. Leads, coaches and develops staff recognizing the importance of leadership, supervisory and technical training. Develops and sustains a flexible workforce encouraging staff to pursue opportunities that complement their skills and experience. Liaises with other divisions, departments, external agencies, regulators, municipalities and the public on various issues affecting the project?s work. Partners with consultants and technical associations to further objectives ensuring adequate engagement and communication in all project stages. Works diligently to incorporate relevant operating and maintenance considerations and to garner support, input and resources necessary to effectively complete work.- Location Burnaby, BC
- Work location On site
- Salary$161,794.84YEAR annually
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CivicJobs.ca #114479
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