Covered - Project Manager - Vancouver

Job Title:
Project Manager – Vancouver
Job ID:
88736
Location:
Vancouver, British Columbia
Overview:
Our client is a trusted design-builder operating across Canada for over 30 years, specializing in food processing, CNG/LNG conversion, cold storage, distribution facilities, and institutional works. They offer end-to-end construction delivery methods, customized to the unique needs of each client, executing on everything from small renovations and industrial tenant improvements to full-scale Greenfield construction. Our client is seeking an experienced and highly capable Project Manager to join their growing construction team, specializing in cold storage and food processing facilities. This role is suited for a confident, detail-oriented professional who can lead complex projects from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and schedule excellence. As Project Manager, you will take full ownership of project delivery, working closely with site teams, consultants, subcontractors, and clients. You will be responsible for planning, coordination, execution, and financial performance of assigned projects. This is a key leadership role within a highly technical and fast-paced construction environment.
What you will be doing:
Lead end-to-end project delivery for cold storage and food processing construction projects
Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and forecasting
Manage subcontractors, consultants, and site teams to ensure alignment with project goals
Ensure strict adherence to safety standards, food-grade requirements, and regulatory compliance
Drive project execution to meet or exceed timelines, budget, and quality expectations
Coordinate RFIs, change orders, and contract administration
Maintain strong communication with clients and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
Proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact project delivery
What you must have:
7+ years of progressive construction project management experience
Strong background in industrial, cold storage, food processing, or similar environments
Proven ability to manage large, complex, and fast-moving projects
Deep understanding of construction sequencing, mechanical systems, and building envelopes in temperature-controlled environments
Strong financial and contract management skills
Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation abilities
Highly organized, accountable, and solution-focused
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
Other Information:
You are calm under pressure and decisive when it matters
You take ownership of outcomes, not just tasks
You anticipate problems before they happen
You build strong relationships with field teams and clients alike
You consistently deliver high-quality projects safely and efficiently
Why This Opportunity:
This is a well-established company with a strong reputation in cold storage and food processing construction. Their projects are technically challenging, highly specialized, and critical to their clients’ operations. You will be joining a team that values expertise, accountability, and execution.
Salary/Rate Range:
$130,000.00 – $145,000.00
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