Project Manager / Senior Project Manager (Transmission)

Our Transmission group is currently looking to add a Project Manager / Senior Project Manager to our growing team to support large Transmission Line projects in British Columbia.
Reporting to the Project Director, we are seeking an experienced Project Manager with strong schedule and cost experience, as well as demonstrated commercial acumen. This is a leadership role that will manage large Transmission projects in British Columbia, driving consistency in execution, financial performance, and client delivery. It plays a key role in strengthening project governance and ensuring alignment with Valard's safety, quality, and operational standards.
Please Note: this position will be office based with up to 50% of the time spent on-site at active construction projects across British Columbia.
Duties and Responsibilities
Lead projects, ensuring alignment to scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality expectations
In partnership with the site Construction leadership team, deliver project in accordance with Client and Company expectations
Manage and be accountable to the contract, while also issuing and managing subcontracts
Mentor and develop Assistant Project Managers / Project Coordinators to build leadership capability and bench strength
Oversee project financial performance including forecasting, margin management, and cash flow optimization
Govern risk, change management, and contract administration to protect commercial position
Build and maintain strong client relationships, supporting strategic growth and repeat business
Coordinate resources, equipment, and procurement strategies across projects to optimize efficiency
Drive continuous improvement, lessons learned, and best practice sharing across projects
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards across all work
Support bid reviews, constructability input, and alignment between estimating and execution
Requirements
Post-Secondary education in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or a related field
10 years of progressive experience in utility or linear infrastructure construction
Proven experience managing large-scale, complex projects
Advanced understanding of contract management, project controls, and financial performance
Experience leading teams and mentoring project staff
PMP designation or equivalent
Knowledge of commercial strategy, contract design, claims management, and dispute resolution
Understanding of organizational risk management, insurance, and contractual risk mitigation
Preferred Skills / Qualifications
Experience in transmission, distribution, or substation projects
Strong knowledge of scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project) and ERP systems
BenefitsThis position offers a base salary range of $120,000 - $190,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.
About our BusinessValard Construction is Canada's premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.
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Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.
Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.
We do not use automated tools to screen applications. All hiring decisions involve human review. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.
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