Project Manager

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies delivers transmission, distribution, substation, and related power infrastructure projects across Canada and the United States.

Our work spans field construction, project delivery, operations, and corporate support in an environment where safety, execution, and reliability matter.

Position Summary The Project Manager is a senior project leader responsible for full-cycle delivery of multiple utility construction projects or major scopes within larger programs. Typical work includes complex distribution rebuilds, greenfield substation builds, and multi-work front transmission projects.

The Project Manager operates with full autonomy across field and office functions, owning safety, cost, schedule, quality, and client relationships. They lead multidisciplinary teams, manage project financials, and serve as key decision-makers throughout the execution lifecycle. This role requires strong commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and a commitment to mentoring emerging leaders

Core Responsibilities Project Leadership & Execution Management

• Direct all phases of assigned projects, including planning, mobilization, construction, commissioning, and close-out.
• Coordinate inputs from engineering, procurement, and construction to enable efficient, compliant delivery.
• Oversee multiple scopes or sites, ensuring productivity aligns with baseline schedules and recovery actions are in place when needed.
• Lead cross-functional execution teams and ensure alignment with contract and client expectations.

Commercial Oversight & Financial Control

• Own project P&L and oversee earned value, forecasts, and billing milestones.
• Manage subcontractor performance and lead commercial issue resolution.
• Direct change management processes in accordance with contracts and internal controls.
• Present project financials, updates, and variance explanations to internal and client stakeholders.

Quality & Compliance Leadership

• Ensure execution of QA/QC plans, including ITPs, test reports, deficiency logs, and turnover documentation.
• Review inspection outcomes and manage close-out compliance with client and regulatory standards.
• Apply lessons learned and drive continuous improvement in field execution and documentation practices.

Safety & Risk Mitigation

• Lead safety culture and engagement at the site level.
• Support hazard assessments, incident investigations, and implementation of corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and stakeholder requirements across project scopes.

Stakeholder Engagement & Team Leadership

• Develop strong working relationships with utility clients, Indigenous partners, regulators, subcontractors, and EPC teams.
• Lead project reporting, manage issue resolution, and represent the company in high-visibility meetings.
• Coach and develop Project Managers, Coordinators, and field leaders.
• Contribute to internal succession planning, resource forecasting, and team capability growth.

Qualifications & Skills

• 8+ years of project management experience in utility, infrastructure, or complex construction environments.
• Demonstrated success delivering projects such as substation builds, transmission expansions, or multi-work front distribution programs.
• Strong understanding of commercial contracts, QA/QC frameworks, and technical specifications as a constructor
• Proficient in Primavera P6, SAP, Procore, and industry-standard cost control and scheduling platforms.
• Diploma or degree in construction, engineering, or a related technical or operational field.
• PMP, CET, or equivalent certification required or strongly preferred.
• Calm, decisive leader with strong communication skills and proven ability to coordinate across disciplines and stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel regionally to field sites and client locations as required.

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies and its affiliated entities are committed to providing a respectful and accessible recruitment process.

Employment is subject to the requirements of the applicable role, location, project, and employing entity. Depending on the position, this may include verification of work authorization, background screening, driver abstract, drug and alcohol screening, credential verification, client/site access requirements, and other pre-employment conditions permitted by applicable law.

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