Sr. Project Manager - Transmission Powerline

Company Overview:
Forbes Bros Ltd. is a family owned and operated company. With safety at the core, Forbes Bros Ltd. has a family-oriented culture that focuses on flexibility, communication, growth & respect in the workplace.

Job Overview:
Position(s): Sr. Project Manager
Shift Schedule: 3 Weeks on, 1 week off
Location: Southern Ontario Region

Forbes Bros Ltd. is currently looking for experienced Sr. Project Manager (full-time, permanent) to join our team. The Sr. Project Manager will be a senior project leader responsible for full-cycle delivery of multiple utility construction projects or major scopes within larger programs.

The Sr. Project Manager operates with full autonomy across field and office functions, owning safety, cost, schedule, quality, and client relationships. The Sr. Project Manager will 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 as typical work includes complex distribution rebuilds, greenfield substation builds, and multi-work front transmission projects.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive health benefits plan
• Enrolment in Pension Program
• Paid Vacation and PTO Days
• Annual boot allowance of $250 & annual clothing allowance of up to $900
• Company assigned vehicle, laptop and phone
• Family orientated working environment
• Opportunities for career growth and development

Key Responsibilities:

• Emulates Forbes Bros core value of 'WE WORK SAFE' in all daily tasks
• 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
• 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
• 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 standard
• Support hazard assessments, incident investigations, and implementation of corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with environmental and stakeholder requirements across project scopes
• Develop strong working relationships with utility clients, Indigenous partners, regulators, subcontractors, and EPC teams and provide coaching and guidance to Project Managers, Coordinators and Field leaders to develop and further their skillset
• Lead project reporting, manage issue resolution, and represent the company in high-visibility meetings and contribute to internal succession planning and forecasting
• Assisting with continuous improvement projects and other operational tasks, as required

What We Are Looking For:

• Eight (8) + years of project management experience in utility, infrastructure, or complex construction environments., are required with at least five (5) of those years being in a leadership role
• Experience in transmission powerline construction, is required
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License, is required.
• Diploma or degree in construction, engineering, or a related technical or operational field, an asset
• PMP, CET, or equivalent certification, strongly preferred
• 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
• Calm, decisive leader with strong communication skills and proven ability to coordinate across disciplines and stakeholders.
• Able and willing to accommodate frequent overtime hours and weekend hours when required
• Able and willing to travel to various project locations as required
• Able and willing to provide an acceptable five (5) year Driver's Abstract

Disclaimer: As per client/site requirements, candidates may be required to undergo pre-access screening.

Forbes Bros Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to best practice recruiting and hiring, to promote gender equality and workplace diversity. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates who meet the requirements noted and who earn an invitation to interview will be contacted