MEP Project Manager

Job Description

The Project Manager, MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) will manage the delivery of Mechanical and Electrical packages across several stations including HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning), Plumbing (sanitary, water distribution) Drainage System, low voltage distribution, lighting, grounding & bonding and fire alarm systems.

The salary range for this position is $145,000 CAD - $185,000 CAD, plus additional benefits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership: Lead and manage MEP works for several stations, ensuring they are executed efficiently, within budget, and in compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Planning and Scheduling: Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets, and monitor progress to ensure timely delivery of MEP systems.
• Resource Management: Coordinate with internal and external teams, including subcontractors and vendors, to allocate resources effectively and meet project objectives.
• Quality Assurance: Implement and enforce quality control processes to ensure that MEP systems meet design specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Cost Control: Monitor project costs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure that projects stay within budget.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions to MEP project timelines and budgets.
• Client Communication: Maintain strong relationships with clients, addressing their concerns and ensuring their needs are met throughout the project.
• Safety Compliance: Promote and enforce safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all team members and subcontractors.
• Reporting: Provide regular project status updates, financial reports, and performance metrics to senior management and stakeholders.
• Procurement: Implement procurement strategy and procedures, prepare technical documents for tenders, review tenderers and suppliers' proposal and review purchase requisitions and subcontracts.
• Engineering:
  • With the support of the MEP technical department, coordinate and review shop drawings, material approval requests prepared by sub-contractors and issues documents check sheets.
  • Coordinate in house shop drawings preparation as required.
  • Ensure construction methods, material and equipment selection consistency within OLS stations.
  • Manage interfaces resolution between suppliers and sub-contractors.
  • Review and coordinate preparation of construction procedures, inspection tests plans and installation methods statements prepared by MEP subcontractors.
  • Review and coordinate field change requests, non-compliance reports.
  • Support preparation and review testing and commissioning procedures.
  • Coordinate and review factory acceptance testing procedure.
  • Set up the final documentation for project handover (as-built packages).

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is an asset.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in MEP project management, preferably in large-scale infrastructure projects, and preferably within Ontario.
• Professional Engineering (P.Eng) designation or relevant certifications are an asset.
• Experience in TVS and/or FPS is an asset.
• Proven track record of managing MEP works greater than $50m CAD in value.
• Strong knowledge of MEP systems and industry best practices within the Greater Toronto Area, including experience of managing good relations with Unions.
• Proficient technical understanding of the codes and standards which govern MEP systems such as Ontario Building Code, NFPA, SMACNA, etc.
• Ability to understand and effectively execute the responsibilities of applicable Contracts, including both OTG’s upstream Contract with Metrolinx, and downstream Subcontracts with MEP Subcontractors.
• A dynamic and detail-oriented approach that can adapt to new concepts, systems, processes, and methods of working to constantly seek out improvements and optimal results.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and excellence.

Additional Information

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Disability Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Extended medical insurance
  • (Optional) RRSP matching
  • Discretionary Bonus

Why OTG?

Welcome to Ontario Transit Group (OTG), located in the heart of Downtown Toronto, where diversity and passion collide. As we work on the groundbreaking Ontario Line project, we prioritize fostering a positive culture. Join us and be part of a team that celebrates our employees, organizes family events, and promotes health and wellness initiatives. Our commitment to personal and professional growth means annual performance reviews, salary increases, comprehensive health benefits, generous RRSP matching, industry education support, and career development opportunities.

OTG uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the applicant screening process. However, applications are reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment.

At OTG, we embrace diversity, recognizing that it strengthens us as a team and as a company. We are an equal-opportunity employer, encouraging applications from all interested candidates. We value Indigenous people, racialized people, neurodivergent people, people with disabilities, and individuals from gender and sexually diverse communities with intersectional identities. OTG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please contact [email protected]. 

If you're ready to be part of our dynamic team in one of the world's most diverse cities, don't wait any longer—apply now!

While we appreciate your interest, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. Please note that we do not accept agency submissions.