Atlantica is seeking innovative and collaborative candidates for the position of Project Manager – Mechanical in Sydney, Nova Scotia. In this role, you will be at the forefront in driving groundbreaking projects to success. As a key member of our dynamic team, you will cultivate strong, collaborative relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors. Your leadership and expertise in project execution will be instrumental to our continued success.

About Us:

Based in Halifax since 1966, Atlantica, a member of the Cahill Group, is one of the largest mechanical and electrical contractors in the Maritimes. Equipped with leading-edge technologies, Atlantica’s highly skilled workforce executes a wide range of mechanical and electrical construction projects from design and fabrication to fire protection and maintenance services throughout a building’s life cycle to provide customized solutions to our clients.

Responsibilities:

You will work closely with and report directly to the Vice President – Cape Breton. Within this exciting and collaborative environment, you will:

• Execute, monitor, and oversee all aspects (including safety, quality, commercial and technical) of assigned projects to ensure safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery.
• Support the pursuit of potential projects, including assisting in estimate preparation and bidding.
• Develop an execution plan and schedule for each project.
• Facilitate comprehensive risk identification and risk management before and during project execution.
• Foster open and trusting client relationships to ensure collaborative project delivery aligned with client requirements.
• Ensure all required materials, equipment and craft personnel are on site within established schedule and budget constraints.
• Supervise project teams consisting of craft and staff personnel.
• Produce regular project reports and dashboard summaries and maintain registers for shop drawings, change orders, RFIs, etc.
• Prepare and manage the change process, ensuring timely approvals of all changes to project scope and schedule.
• Be responsible for promoting a culture of health, safety and environmental accountability and actively contribute to Cahill’s objective of zero lost-time accidents.
• Identify any unique safety hazards at project start and as site conditions change, collaborate with HSE Advisors to develop and implement action plans.
• Foster a productive and respectful environment for all staff and craft personnel.

Who are we looking for?

Education and Experience:

• Experience in commercial construction and technical knowledge in the Mechanical discipline are required.
• Five or more years of Project Management experience.
• Multi-discipline knowledge and experience are an asset.
• Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification is an asset.

Your Skills and Abilities for Success:

• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner to the appropriate audience.
• Effective writing skills which produce professional quality material.
• Ability to work well under pressure and with tight deadlines.
• A positive solution-oriented approach.

The Cahill Group embraces a culture of belonging in the workplace. We believe that a diverse and inclusive culture creates a work environment that is supportive, engaging, challenging, and innovative while enabling our employees to be collaborative, positive, and creative to reach our full potential. The Cahill Group is an equal opportunity organization and welcomes applications from 2SLGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), women, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities.

If you require any accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know. If you feel as though you can express some key qualities as noted in the above posting, please apply in confidence by clicking “apply now” below. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted.