Mechanical Project Manager

Ainsworth, Inc.

$80K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of project management in mechanical construction or HVAC
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and provincial codes
  • Proven track record managing budgets and project schedules
  • Familiarity with MS Project, Excel, and construction software
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

  • Lead execution of mechanical construction projects from planning to closeout
  • Coordinate internal teams and subcontractors while mentoring junior staff
  • Ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and codes
  • Manage project budgets, forecasting, and contract administration
  • Act as main client contact to build relationships and resolve issues
  • Provide technical oversight while ensuring quality assurance and documentation accuracy
  • Promote safety standards through site visits and compliance checks
  • Maintain thorough project documentation and reporting

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and medical benefits
  • RSP matching and generous vacation time
  • Recognition through service milestones and peer rewards
  • Employee discounts and incentives
  • Hybrid working models where applicable
  • Inclusive workplace culture with potential for internal promotion
Full Job Description
Job Summary:

The Mechanical Project Manager is responsible for the planning, execution, control, and completion of mechanical and HVAC projects for commercial, industrial, and institutional clients. The successful candidate will manage project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, procurement, quality control, and client communication while ensuring full compliance with company standards, provincial codes, safety policies, and contract requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead end-to-end execution of mechanical construction: HVAC, plumbing, hydronic heating, refrigeration, and retrofit projects (planning, scheduling, commissioning, closeout)
  • Coordinate internal teams, subcontractors, and field staff; provide mentorship to junior team members
  • Review drawings, specifications, and ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards
  • Manage budgets, forecasting, procurement, and contract administration, including change orders and RFIs
  • Act as primary client contact, maintaining strong relationships and resolving project issues
  • Provide technical oversight, ensuring QA/QC standards, proper system operation, and documentation accuracy
  • Promote and enforce safety standards through site visits and compliance monitoring
  • Maintain project documentation and reporting, including progress updates and turnover packages


Qualifications:

  • 5+ years' project management experience in mechanical construction, HVAC, or related fields
  • Strong knowledge of commercial/institutional mechanical systems and relevant codes (ABSA, B31.5, B52, Alberta codes)
  • Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and teams
  • Proficiency with tools such as MS Project, Excel, and construction software (e.g., Bluebeam, Procore)
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Valid driver's license


Preferred:

  • Journeyman/Red Seal certification in a mechanical trade
  • PMP or formal project management training
  • Experience with estimating, takeoffs, and QA/QC processes


Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental and medical benefits, including wellness supports, RSP matching and generous vacation

Rewards: Service milestones and peer recognition plus Employee Discounts and Incentives

Flexibility: Hybrid working models, where applicable

Diversity: An inclusive organization that embraces diversity and belonging; work in a great team atmosphere with future potential for promotion within company

While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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