Job Description

As MDS continues to grow, so does our team! If you are the type of person who gets satisfaction from helping clients realize their solution and seeing a project come together before your eyes, we are looking for you.


MDS is looking for a

Project Manager

who would oversee and drive forward project(s) ranging from 1 million to 50 million dollars in value. The PM role at MDS is a critical one and we are looking for a person who will assume authority for ensuring that their projects are on time and on budget. The ideal candidate brings at least 10 years of hands-on experience, supported by a strong engineering background within the gas turbine or similar heavy industries. They should have multidisciplinary knowledge across areas such as mechanical structures, fluid systems, electrical instrumentation and controls, as well as experience with construction environments.

Responsibilities:

Manage multi-disciplinary projects from planning stage, through execution and final product delivery, in adherence to project specific processes and procedures; Generate, monitor and control detailed projects schedules and budgets; Prepare, monitor, and control Risk Assessments; Review and approve subcontractor bid packages; Preparation of project change orders estimates; Ongoing communication with all internal and external stakeholders; and, Monitor and report on project deliverables to upper management.

Skills & experience:

Minimum of 10 years of experience

in managing and coordinating large projects involving multiple disciplines; University degree in engineering, construction or mechanical technology or equivalent; Experience in interpretation and administration of contracts; Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and control systems, building construction, and/or steel fabrication; Ability to read and interpret architectural, mechanical, and electrical drawings; Advanced level use in MS Project, MS Excel, MS Word; Ability to multitask and achieve fixed deadlines; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Able to travel internationally up to 20% per year; Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an asset; Experience with military controlled projects is an asset; Experience in the gas turbine testing industry is an asset; and, Second language is an asset.

What's in it for you?

We live, sleep and breathe our corporate values: We communicate for ENGAGEMENT; We operate as ONE TEAM; We act PROMPTLY and with PURPOSE; We OWN the outcome; We play the LONG GAME*
No matter who you are or where you're from, we welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives. We believe in teamwork. We're better, together. We strive to foster personal and professional growth by providing all employees with internal career advancement.

On top of that, MDS offers the following:

Canada's Best Managed companies (Platinum member) Employee bonus program Defined Contribution Pension Plan Medical, dental and vision benefits Health spending account Health & Wellness Benefits Flexible work environment (minimum of three days in the office) Opportunity for career advancement Strong focus on learning and development, through lunch and learns, annual training and internal self-paced training through MDS wiki pages Inclusive workforce Company events including family holiday party, employee events, executive led coffee talks with staff, team gatherings, and so much more!

Join our team and be an integral part of an innovative work environment that values your contributions.


MDS is an equal opportunity employer. MDS does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, mental or physical disability, religion, sex or national origin or ethnic origin.


We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates who meet or exceed our requirements, ar

e legally eligible to work in Canada, are eligible for Controlled Goods, and do not require sponsorship will be contacted.

Telephone calls not accepted from candidates or agencies.