Project Manager - Mechanical

Who We Are

OCL Group Inc. (OCL) is a privately‑held, employee‑owned Canadian company founded in 2009. It is a fully integrated general contractor providing construction and design‑build solutions across Western Canada, with experience in industrial, heavy civil, oil and gas, and mining projects.

The Role

We are recruiting an experienced Mechanical Project Manager for our Midstream division. The successful candidate will plan, coordinate, execute and deliver mechanical construction projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience
• Weekly pay
• Company bonus dependent on overall performance
• Share options
• Health, dental, vision, travel benefits (50/50 split)
• Long‑term disability, AD&D, life insurance, dependent life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Cell phone allowance or company‑provided cell phone
• A company‑provided laptop
• Company truck and fuel card

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting to the Project Director, the Project Manager will oversee mechanical and piping construction projects, including pressure systems, fabrication support, and the review of mechanical drawings, isometrics, and P&IDs. Responsibilities also include contractual planning, procurement, design activities, contract costs, schedule adherence, and client liaison.

Purchasing

• Supervise & review preparation of all material and subcontract requisitions
• Review vendor quotations for compliance with technical and quality requirements
• Review and approve project purchase orders prior to issuance
• Follow up after purchase orders have been issued to ensure schedule compliance and expedite when required

Planning

• Supervise budget and schedule preparation
• Supervise work order preparation
• Procure long‑lead items
• Review, outline and incorporate technical requirements into the product build strategy

Project/Contract Activities

• Supervise schedule and material status reporting
• Maintain consolidated project reports of overall cost and schedule status relative to planned schedule, budgets, and contract obligations
• Maintain regular contact with client representatives on contract issues, schedule, delivery and technical issues
• Estimate and construct all change orders, notifications and quality turnover documentation
• Lead direct and indirect reports – ensuring proper mentoring, training, performance management and, when necessary, discipline

Document Control

• Monitors and enforces health, safety, and environmental standards on site
• Identifies project risks and implements mitigation strategies to maintain schedule and budget adherence
• Supervises all document control activities, including customer/client documentation, internal documentation, drawing & specifications, regulatory documentation, and distribution
• Strong analytical abilities with experience in budgeting, cost control, and risk management
• Knowledge of quality management systems, codes and standards

Education, Skills & Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in industrial mechanical, piping, and pressure systems
• Knowledge of quality management systems, codes, and standards such as ASME B31.3 and B31.5
• Engineering degree is an asset
• CET designation is an asset
• PMP certification is an asset
• P.Eng designation is an asset
• Experience in production scheduling and labour budget preparation
• Highly effective customer service mindset
• Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills
• Strong knowledge of computer software such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Primavera, and Bluebeam
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and within tight deadlines
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving abstract
• Legally eligible to work in Canada
• Resides in the Edmonton area
• Willing to work a project schedule as needed and be willing to work onsite to fit project needs
• Flexible for LOA / camp / travel for out‑of‑town work
• H2S and First Aid required for onsite work (or as required by client)

OCL Group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.