Project Manager

• Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
• Type: Contract
• Job #13589

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Project Manager on behalf of our client, a leading organization in the utilities and infrastructure sector. The Project Manager will be responsible for the successful delivery of low to medium-risk infrastructure and construction projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, within scope, and on budget. This role requires a strong technical foundation, exceptional communication skills, and proven experience managing multi-disciplinary project teams in complex environments.

Location: Burnaby, BC
Contract Duration: 1 Year

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to execute low-to-medium risk infrastructure or construction projects (typically up to $20M in capital cost).

• Develop and maintain project management documentation including project plans, risk registers, communication plans, and progress reports.

• Oversee all project phases — scoping, planning, execution, monitoring, and close-out — ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards.

• Coordinate project activities such as engineering, stakeholder engagement, procurement, construction management, and commissioning.

• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources using project management best practices and tools (MS Project, Excel, etc.).

• Maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including engineers, contractors, and field teams.

• Provide clear communication through verbal, written, and presentation formats to support decision-making and issue resolution.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, or a related discipline.

• Project Management Professional (PMP®) designation (required).

• 5+ years of progressive project or program management experience.

• Proven ability to manage multiple infrastructure or construction projects simultaneously.

• Strong written and verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Intermediate proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).

• Demonstrated ability to deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.

Preferred Qualifications (Assets)

• P.Eng designation or background in engineering.

• Experience working with BC Hydro or similar large utility organizations.

• Familiarity with SAP or enterprise project management systems.

• Prior experience in utility, energy, or large enterprise environments.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

Find out more at www.matchboxhr.com