Project Manager/Estimator

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking an experienced Project Manager – Oil & Gas Construction on behalf of our client, an established Western Canadian contractor specializing in pipeline and facility construction, maintenance, and capital projects.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in oil and gas construction, preferably with a general contractor, and strong commercial and technical knowledge. Experience working for both an owner and a general contractor would be an asset.

• Location: Fort St. John, BC
• Job Type: Contract, with potential for permanent employment
• Work Model: Primarily office-based in Fort St. John; remote candidates may be considered
• Travel: Site visits and travel as required; work-related travel expenses covered

Responsibilities

• Manage oil and gas construction projects from planning and estimating through execution, commissioning, and closeout.

• Prepare and review project estimates, including labour, materials, equipment, subcontractor costs, and other project expenses.

• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, work plans, and resource requirements.

• Work directly with clients to understand project requirements, communicate progress, address concerns, and manage expectations.

• Coordinate field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and internal resources to support project execution.

• Monitor project costs, forecasts, schedules, and overall financial performance.

• Prepare, review, and manage change orders and change requests.

• Identify project risks, resolve construction issues, and implement practical solutions.

• Maintain project documentation, cost reports, schedules, and progress updates.

• Ensure compliance with safety requirements, quality standards, environmental expectations, and client specifications.

• Support commissioning, turnover documentation, project closeout, and lessons-learned reviews.

• Identify opportunities to improve constructability, project costs, and execution efficiency.

Qualifications - Must-Haves

• Significant experience managing oil and gas construction projects.

• Experience with pipeline construction, facility construction, maintenance, brownfield work, or capital projects.

• Strong understanding of project estimating, budgeting, scheduling, cost control, and change management.

• Experience working in a general contractor environment.

• Ability to independently prepare estimates and manage construction projects.

• Experience coordinating field crews, subcontractors, vendors, and project resources.

• Strong client relationship management and communication skills.

• Ability to interpret project scopes, engineering drawings, technical specifications, and construction requirements.

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and professional project scheduling tools.

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience working in both owner and general contractor environments.

• Experience managing oil and gas capital projects valued up to approximately $20M.

• Experience with lump-sum and Time & Material (T&M) contracts.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation.

• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Engineer-in-Training (EIT), or Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) designation.

• Relevant technical education or trade background.

• Experience supporting repeat clients and maintaining long-term client relationships.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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