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Working with clients, technicians, subcontractors, and internal teams, this role prepares competitive estimates and manages projects across HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Building Automation Systems (BAS), and related building services. Success means delivering safe, high-quality projects on time and within budget while strengthening client relationships and supporting business growth.\nWhy This Role Matters to Modern Niagara Building Services\nThe Project Manager / Estimator connects new business opportunities with successful project delivery. Their technical expertise, accurate estimating, and project leadership help secure work, maintain financial performance, and build lasting customer partnerships. This role supports customer satisfaction, repeat business, and sustainable regional growth.\nKey Impact / Purpose\nDeliver safe, high-quality service and capital projects on time and within budget.\n\nStrengthen client relationships through technical expertise, responsive service, and proactive communication.\n\nGrow the Building Services business through competitive estimating, effective project execution, and identification of additional service opportunities.\n\nDuties and Responsibilities:\nReview client requirements, specifications, drawings, and site conditions to develop accurate project scopes and estimates.\n\nConduct site visits to assess existing conditions and confirm project requirements.\n\nPrepare estimates, proposals, budgets, scopes of work, and tender submissions for service, retrofit, repair, and capital replacement projects.\n\nDevelop labour, material, equipment, subcontractor, and contingency costs while identifying project risks and mitigation strategies.\n\nSolicit, evaluate, and coordinate supplier and subcontractor quotations.\n\nManage projects from award through planning, scheduling, execution, and closeout.\n\nCoordinate internal resources, field staff, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to support successful delivery.\n\nMonitor schedules, budgets, labour productivity, material costs, profitability, and overall financial performance.\n\nReview and approve purchase orders, invoices, change orders, progress billings, and project documentation.\n\nComplete financial forecasts, work-in-progress reviews, and project reports while ensuring contractual obligations are met.\n\nServe as the primary client contact throughout the project lifecycle, maintaining relationships with building owners, property managers, consultants, and contractors.\n\nIdentify opportunities for additional services, maintenance agreements, retrofit work, and capital projects.\n\nParticipate in client meetings, project reviews, and business development initiatives while promoting Modern Niagara Building Services’ capabilities.\n\nProvide technical guidance to technicians, forepersons, and project teams.\n\nAssist with troubleshooting complex HVAC and Plumbing systems and review designs for opportunities to improve efficiency and value.\n\nEnsure compliance with applicable building codes, client specifications, company standards, and industry best practices.\n\nPromote a safety-first culture and maintain compliance with health, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.\n\nParticipate in safety meetings, site inspections, and incident investigations as required.\n\nStay current with emerging technologies, equipment, and industry trends to improve project delivery and customer solutions.\n\nMust haves:\nThree (3) to five (5) years of experience in estimating, project management, or building service operations within commercial, industrial, or institutional construction.\n\nDemonstrated experience with HVAC and Plumbing systems.\n\nPost-secondary education in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.\n\nStrong understanding of commercial and institutional building systems and service operations.\n\nExperience preparing estimates and managing project budgets and financial performance.\n\nAbility to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.\n\nExperience coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders.\n\nStrong project planning, organizational, and communication skills.\n\nProficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software.\n\nCommitment to safety, quality, and customer service excellence.\n\nNice to haves:\nExperience with Electrical, BAS, Controls, or Mechanical Service projects.\n\nProject Management Professional (PMP) designation or progress toward certification.\n\nGold Seal Certification.\n\nRed Seal certification in Plumbing or HVAC.\n\nCET, P.Eng., or another relevant technical designation.\n\nExperience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), enterprise resource planning (ERP), or service management software.\n\nExperience supporting facility operations and maintenance environments.\n\nKnowledge of energy efficiency, sustainability, and decarbonization projects.\n\nThis is a new position.\nExpected annual compensation: $90,000-$110,000\nModern Niagara Building Services offers a competitive total compensation package including:\nDefined Contribution Pension Plan with a generous employer contribution\n\nFlexible Health and Dental benefits with tiered options to meet the needs of you and your family\n\nAn annual health spending account to support your overall wellness\n\n24/7 confidential support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program with access to comprehensive resources and professional services\n\nA competitive vacation package with additional vacation granted throughout your tenure with the organization\n\nEmployer Paid Parental Leave Top Up\n\nAnnual Community Day dedicated to volunteering and giving back to the communities where we live and work\n\nCorporate Discounts through various vendors across Canada for programs such as fitness, mobile phones, travel, home and auto insurance, and many others\n\nHere at Modern Niagara Building Services, because we know our people are the best in the industry, we pride ourselves on providing a total compensation package that rewards employees for their hard work and supports employees and their families in their overall wellbeing.\nAbout Modern Niagara Building Services\nWho We Are\nModern Niagara Building Services, a proud part of BCTS, is a trusted partner for building owners and facility managers across Ontario. We deliver tailored building services that help commercial, institutional, industrial, healthcare, and residential facilities operate safely, efficiently, and sustainably.\nFrom proactive maintenance and 24/7 emergency service to HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, building automation, energy optimization, and facility support, we help our customers maximize building performance throughout the entire lifecycle of their assets.\nOur Culture & Values\nAt Modern Niagara Building Services, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Backed by the strength and resources of BCTS, we value passion, initiative, determination, professionalism, and teamwork. Our collaborative, safety-first culture encourages innovation, accountability, and exceptional customer service.\nWe are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow their careers while delivering reliable, responsive solutions that keep our customers’ buildings operating at their best.\nDiversity, Equity & Inclusion at Modern Niagara Building Services\nWe are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization where everyone has access to opportunity, feels a sense of belonging, and can thrive. We actively work to remove barriers faced by members of equity-seeking groups (including women, Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities, and newcomers to Canada) in the construction industry.\nWe encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences and are committed to a barrier-free hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at  so we can make appropriate arrangements.\nWe appreciate every applicant’s interest in joining Modern Niagara Building Services. 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