About the Role:

The Project Manager is responsible for operational oversight of various commercial electrical construction projects within the Transit Group.

Company Overview

Since our inception in 1973, Western Pacific Enterprises, a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc, has successfully completed many electrical construction projects for commercial, industrial, and utility clients throughout Western Canada. Innovation and an enthusiasm for challenging projects have made WPE 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. Western Pacific Enterprises is 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 commercial & industrial 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

About You:

Qualifications

5+ 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 training, and more!).
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

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