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Assistant Project Manager - Transmission & Distribution
Burns & McDonnell
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Source date: 10/13/2026
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Description Wishing you could have an ownership stake in the company you are working for? Founded in 1898, Burns & McDonnell is an award-winning, 100% employee-owned firm that provides full-service engineering, architecture, construction, and consulting services. Our Transmission & Distribution (T&D) global practice is looking for an Assistant Project Manager in our Toronto office to support a portfolio of T&D projects for key clients. The Assistant Project Manager (APM) will assist project managers (PM) on a variety distribution or substation and transmission line projects of varying complexity. This position will manage and act as a coordinator and project liaison to the client, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders, throughout the project. The APM will maintain document control, manage databases and coordinate and track project activities and communications so project goals are accomplished within the prescribed timeframe and budget parameters. The APM will be responsible for supporting their PM in managing the activities of the Design and Construction contractors who are responsible for project execution or may be assigned to lead projects independently. The total portfolio of the program includes multiple projects of varying sizes being executed. + Assist Project Management team in the overall management of projects from concept to completion, including siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, RFP and contract services, procurement, constructability reviews, material management, construction management, and closeout. + Monitor and manage project scope. + Manage Contractors' submittals, requests for information, supplemental design instructions, and site drawing logs. + Verify Contractor compliance including: quality, safety, environmental, environmental and material management programs. + Execute contracts including: change order management/ field change directives, approval of invoices, and management of schedules. + Work with project controls to maintain project cost reporting, scheduling, project work breakdown structure establishment, project set-up and closeout within the accounting system, and field progress tracking. + Assist with the development of internal and external reports including, project budgeting, cost reports, project cash flow forecast, and project status reports to all stakeholders. + Participate in internal and external project risk reviews. + Coordinate project close out and project documentation. + Collaborate with the program team to successfully mitigate issues and achieve seamless project execution. + Helps establish and track project level KPIs and Metrics to validate and maintain performance across the portfolio of projects they are overseeing. + Adhere to Burns & McDonnell’s safety programs, trainings, and policies, as well as promote and manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members and subcontractors. + All other duties as assigned. Qualifications + Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related degree from accredited program and 5 years of applicable experience required. + Excellent written & verbal communication skills. + Strong analytical and problem solving skills. + Ability to thrive in a fast paced, demanding work environment, ability to work overtime on short notice, + High proficiency using Microsoft Office. + Ability to work collaboratively with others (Owner's, Contractors, Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives. + Experience Primavera Contract Manager or similar change management software is preferred. Compensation The expected compensation range for this position is $100,000.00 - $175,000.00 annually, in compliance with Ontario’s Pay Transparency requirements. Final compensation will be based on education, qualifications, prior experience, and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program. Benefits We provide a comprehensive benefits package to support your overall well-being. This includes extended health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, paid time off, and wellness initiatives. Eligible employees also participate in our Canadian Equity Participation Plan (CEPP) and retirement savings program. This job posting will remain open for a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. Equal Opportunity Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical/mental disability, marital status, or family status. Pay Transparency & Accessibility Statement + This posting is for an existing vacancy. + AI is not used in the screening or selection process for this role. Job Project Management Primary Location CA-ON-Toronto Schedule: Full-time Travel: Yes, 15 % of the Time Req ID: 264885 Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-DG #CAN N/A