Public Works Project Manager Jobs in Toronto, ON

MEP Project Manager

Full-time Permanent Position

Amico is a leading, Canadian-owned and operated construction company specializing in large-scale infrastructure projects. With a strong track record in general contracting, civil engineering and road building, we deliver complex infrastructure solutions that shape the communities of Ontario. Our expertise spans major infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, and critical public works that require meticulous planning, innovative engineering, and precise execution.

At Amico, we believe in fostering collaboration and empowering our team to tackle ambitious challenges head-on. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and proven project management practices, we consistently deliver high-quality infrastructure projects, regardless of their scale or complexity.

If you're ready to be part of a team that plays a pivotal role in Ontario's most impactful infrastructure developments, while gaining hands-on experience with industry-leading projects, we invite you to join us. 

Position Overview:

1. The MEP Project Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing systems for ICI, and P3 building projects. This role involves managing complex systems-including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, tunnel ventilation, ICAT, and traction power.

Amico is a leading, Canadian-owned and operated construction company specializing in large-scale infrastructure projects. With a strong track record in general contracting, civil engineering and road building, we deliver complex infrastructure solutions that shape the communities of Ontario. Our expertise spans major infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, and critical public works that require meticulous planning, innovative engineering, and precise execution.

At Amico, we believe in fostering collaboration and empowering our team to tackle ambitious challenges head-on. By leveraging cutting-edge technology and proven project management practices, we consistently deliver high-quality infrastructure projects, regardless of their scale or complexity.

At Amico we don't just build projects; we build careers, communities, and a lasting legacy. Being part of our team means playing a pivotal role in shaping Ontario's most impactful infrastructure developments, while gaining hands-on experience. Join us and be part of something bigger.

Key Qualifications/Requirements 

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is standard. A degree in Construction Management is sometimes accepted if paired with deep technical MEP experience.
• You'll need 10+ years of experience, with a significant amount in medium-rise building construction, or ICI projects.
• Frameworks: Familiarity with Progressive Design-Build, Design-Build-Finance, or P3 (Public-Private Partnership) models is critical, as these dictate how you interact with the client and the designer.

Soft & Technical Skills

• Contractual Literacy: You must be a "contract ninja." This means knowing how to read and defend against delay claims and managing Alternative Financing and Procurement (AFP) contracts.
• BIM Fluency: You don't need to be a modeler, but you must be able to navigate Navisworks or Revit to lead clash detection meetings and ensure the pipes actually fit where the drawings say they do
• The "Toronto Factor": Knowledge of the Ontario Building Code (OBC), and Ontario Electrical Safety Code.

What Amico Can Offer You

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer Matching Retirement Program
• Life insurance

Vacancy statement: This position is a new role that is currently vacant within our company.

Compensation: We offer a competitive hiring range of $110,000 to $140,000 per annum. Pay will align with skills, knowledge and experience of the candidate.

AI Usage Disclosure: As part of our commitment to innovation and efficiency, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during various stages of the recruitment process. These tools may assist with tasks such as resume screening, candidate communication, or interview scheduling. All AI-supported activities are used to complement-not replace-human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team, with a focus on fairness, inclusivity, and equal opportunity. If you have any questions about how AI is used in our hiring process or require accommodations at any stage, please let us know.

At Amico, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Strictly no third party resumes accepted.
 

Key Responsibilities 

• Delivery & Coordination: Manages MEP packages (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire alarm), coordinating submittals and shop drawings while resolving interdisciplinary spatial and technical conflicts.
• Planning & Control: Oversees project scheduling, budget management, and risk mitigation
• Commissioning & Quality: Leads site testing and commissioning, ensuring compliance with Ontario Building Code and safety standards.

Engineering & Technical Coordination

• Shop Drawing Management: Review and coordinate shop drawings and material approval requests prepared by subcontractors to ensure consistency across all stations.
• BIM & Spatial Integration: Use BIM models (Revit/AutoCAD) to perform clash detection and ensure MEP routing works within congested station corridors and technical rooms.
• Interface Resolution: Manage technical interfaces between MEP systems, civil works, and architectural finishes to prevent site conflicts.
• Method Statements: Review construction procedures, inspection test plans (ITPs), and installation method statements provided by subcontractors. 

Commercial & Contractual Management

• Procurement Strategy: Prepare technical documents for tenders, evaluate supplier proposals, and manage the procurement of long-lead MEP equipment.
• Variation & Claims: Review subcontractor claims for variations or delays and negotiate entitlements both upstream with the client and downstream with vendors.
• Payment Validation: Review progress billing and payment applications to ensure invoiced amounts comply with contractual milestones. 

Execution & Quality Assurance

• Safety Leadership: Enforce strict safety protocols, ensuring all MEP means and methods align with the project's Integrated Management System.
• Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT): Coordinate and oversee FAT procedures to verify equipment performance before it arrives on site.

Project Handover:

• Lead the preparation of final as-built packages and documentation required for official project commissioning and handover