Project Manager Engineering & Transformer Projects (Remote + Travel to USA / CAD)

Job Description

<p><h3>Overview</h3><p>Job Title: Project Manager – Engineering & Transformer Projects</p><p>Job Location: Remote with travel across Canada and the U.S.</p><p>In-Office, Hybrid or Remote: Primarily remote, with required travel to client sites and project meetings.</p><p>Working hours: Full-time (Independent Contractor)</p><p>Languages: Fluent in English and Mandarin</p><h3>What the Client Offers</h3><ul><li>$80,000 to $90,000 CAD annually (Independent Contractor)</li><li>High-impact leadership role overseeing engineering and project execution</li><li>Autonomy and ownership over technical deliverables in a specialized sector</li><li>Exposure to large-scale infrastructure projects in North America</li><li>Travel opportunities to key client sites and trade shows</li></ul><h3>About the Client</h3><p>Our client is an established supplier of specialized electrical equipment across North America, with a focus on transformers and substation solutions. They serve clients in the energy, data center, and infrastructure industries and are known for delivering tailored, high-performance systems with technical precision.</p><h3>Role Overview</h3><p>We\'re hiring a Project Manager to lead the Engineering and Project groups within a growing transformer division. You’ll be responsible for ensuring the technical and operational execution of complex transformer-related projects while acting as a key liaison across internal and external teams. This role requires a strong foundation in electrical engineering, solid project management capabilities, and the ability to manage cross-functional teams across multiple locations.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Oversee engineering and project teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of transformer projects</li><li>Coordinate project timelines, deliverables, and communication across departments</li><li>Manage stakeholder expectations, reporting progress to executive leadership and clients</li><li>Review technical specifications and ensure engineering solutions align with project goals</li><li>Ensure compliance with safety standards, industry codes, and quality protocols</li><li>Facilitate site visits, client meetings, and coordination with external vendors as needed</li><li>Identify project risks and actively manage mitigation strategies</li></ul><h3>Qualifications</h3><ul><li>Must be based in Canada</li><li><b>Degree in Electrical Engineering</b></li><li>3–5+ years of project management experience in an engineering or technical environment</li><li>Fluency in English and Mandarin</li><li>Strong communication and organizational skills</li><li>Willingness to travel across Canada and the U.S.</li><li>Preferred: Prior experience working with transformers or substation equipment</li><li>Preferred: PMP certification or formal project management training</li><li>Preferred: Experience managing remote technical teams</li></ul></p>
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