Parker Huggett Limited
MEP Project Manager – Permanent – 3202 Ottawa, ON
About the Opportunity
Parker Huggett is partnering with a leading Canadian general contractor to identify an experienced MEP Project Manager to join their growing Ottawa team.
This is an opportunity to join a highly respected builder delivering complex institutional and commercial projects while playing a key leadership role within an established and collaborative construction group. The successful candidate will oversee all aspects of project execution related to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing scopes, including safety, scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor management, client relations, and team leadership.
You will be joining an organization recognized for its strong project pipeline, people-first culture, and commitment to operational excellence and career development.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Lead the successful execution of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing scopes on institutional and commercial construction projects
- Manage project budgets, forecasting, billings, reporting, and cost control
- Oversee procurement, subcontract negotiations, contract administration, and trade performance
- Coordinate consultants, subcontractors, clients, and internal project teams
- Work closely with site leadership to ensure schedules, milestones, and project objectives are achieved
- Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across all project activities
- Identify risks, opportunities, and solutions throughout the project lifecycle
- Mentor and support the development of project coordinators and junior team members
- Foster strong relationships with clients, consultants, and project stakeholders
About You
The successful candidate will have the following:
- Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline
- Progressive experience managing MEP scopes within large institutional and commercial construction projects
- Strong understanding of project financials, scheduling, contracts, and construction operations
- Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, scopes, and contract documents
- Proficiency with MS Office and project management software; experience with Viewpoint considered an asset
About the Job
This role offers the chance to join a well-established construction organization with a strong reputation for delivering landmark projects across Canada. The successful candidate will benefit from:
- Long-term career growth opportunities
- Exposure to complex and high-profile projects
- Collaborative and supportive leadership
- Competitive compensation and benefits, with a salary range from $120,000 to $150,000
- A culture centered around safety, teamwork, integrity, and professional development
If you are an experienced MEP construction professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would welcome a confidential discussion.
How to Apply
Please apply by clicking the “Apply for Job” button and follow the instructions to submit your résumé. You can also apply by sending your résumé directly Jordan@ParkerHuggett.com or by contacting your Recruiter and quoting job 3202. Please note that all candidates must be legally permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this role.
We truly appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only be reaching out to candidates whose experience most closely matches our partner’s needs. If we do not connect with you for this role, please know that we will gladly keep your profile in mind and reach out when other suitable opportunities arise.
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