Project engineer Jobs in St. Catharines, ON

Role Summary

The Project Manager leads building services projects from planning through completion in the West-End region, primarily St. Catharines. Working closely with foremen, subcontractors, vendors, and the Operations Team, this role manages budgets, schedules, procurement, and client relationships. Success means delivering safe, high-quality projects on time and within budget while achieving project financial targets.

Why This Role Matters to Modern Niagara

Project Managers are essential to delivering reliable building services, maintaining customer trust, and supporting regional growth. Their leadership connects project planning with field execution, ensuring teams have the resources and direction needed to deliver successful outcomes.

Key Impact / Purpose

• Deliver safe, on-time, on-budget projects that meet client requirements and quality standards.

• Strengthen client, field, and subcontractor relationships through clear communication and proactive issue resolution.

• Achieve project financial targets through accurate forecasting, cost control, and effective resource management.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead projects involving facility upgrades, equipment installations, HVAC and building system improvements, and modifications to buildings and property.

• Review contracts, confirm project scope, and contribute to pre-construction planning and estimating.

• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, labour plans, and procurement requirements.

• Procure equipment and subcontractor services and issue purchase orders.

• Coordinate foremen, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to maintain project progress.

• Review labour budgets and plans with foremen, monitor field productivity, and forecast final labour requirements.

• Manage project administration, change order pricing, billing, and collection activities in line with management’s quarterly KPI targets.

• Prepare and update monthly financial forecasts and work-in-progress (WIP) reports.

• Participate in estimating turnover, pre-construction, project status, and post-construction meetings.

• Attend client and construction meetings and communicate decisions and requirements to field teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.

• Conduct site progress walks, identify issues, and develop plans to resolve them.

• Manage and coordinate equipment and system commissioning.

• Maintain safety standards throughout project planning and execution.

• Establish and maintain relationships with general contractors and owners, identifying opportunities to support their ongoing building service needs.

Must haves:

• Minimum of two (2) to three (3) years of related experience with facility systems, buildings, HVAC, and property.

• Post-secondary education or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience reading and interpreting construction drawings and documents.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, and computerized scheduling tools.

• Ability to develop, monitor, and manage project schedules.

• Knowledge of construction costs, budgets, and construction processes.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to maintain effective working relationships in office and field environments.

• Ability to manage conflict, resolve problems, and respond effectively to urgent project issues.

• Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills.

• Attention to detail and a collaborative, resourceful approach.

Nice to haves:

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a Project Manager in construction.

• Knowledge of basic accounting principles.

This is a new position.

Expected annual compensation: $105,000–$115,000

Modern Niagara Building Services offers a competitive total compensation package including:

• Performance-based bonus opportunities

• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with a generous employer contribution

• Flexible Health and Dental benefits with tiered options to meet the needs of you and your family

• An annual health spending account to support your overall wellness

• 24/7 confidential support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program with access to comprehensive resources and professional services

• A competitive vacation package with additional vacation granted throughout your tenure with the organization

• Employer Paid Parental Leave Top Up

• Annual Community Day dedicated to volunteering and giving back to the communities where we live and work

• Corporate Discounts through various vendors across Canada for programs such as fitness, mobile phones, travel, home and auto insurance, and many others

Here at Modern Niagara Building Services, because we know our people are the best in the industry, we pride ourselves on providing a total compensation package that rewards employees for their hard work and supports employees and their families in their overall wellbeing.

About Modern Niagara Building Services

Who We Are

Modern Niagara Building Services, a proud part of BCTS, is a trusted partner for building owners and facility managers across Ontario. We deliver tailored building services that help commercial, institutional, industrial, healthcare, and residential facilities operate safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

From proactive maintenance and 24/7 emergency service to HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, building automation, energy optimization, and facility support, we help our customers maximize building performance throughout the entire lifecycle of their assets.

Our Culture & Values

At Modern Niagara Building Services, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Backed by the strength and resources of BCTS, we value passion, initiative, determination, professionalism, and teamwork. Our collaborative, safety-first culture encourages innovation, accountability, and exceptional customer service.

We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow their careers while delivering reliable, responsive solutions that keep our customers’ buildings operating at their best.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Modern Niagara Building Services

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization where everyone has access to opportunity, feels a sense of belonging, and can thrive. We actively work to remove barriers faced by members of equity-seeking groups (including women, Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities, and newcomers to Canada) in the construction industry.

We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences and are committed to a barrier-free hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at so we can make appropriate arrangements.

We appreciate every applicant’s interest in joining Modern Niagara Building Services. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.