Senior Project Manager, Infrastructure

Major Capital Projects | Owner-Side Delivery

This is an opportunity to step into a senior owner-side project delivery role supporting a major infrastructure program in the Lower Mainland.

Our client is a prominent public-sector organization responsible for delivering complex, high-value infrastructure that supports regional and national economic activity. They are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead major project workstreams and help establish the governance, controls and delivery frameworks required to execute large capital projects successfully.

This is not a construction-site Project Manager role, nor is it a traditional scheduling or cost-control position. The mandate is broader: shaping how major projects are governed, coordinated, controlled and delivered across a complex organization with multiple internal departments, consultants, contractors, government partners and external stakeholders.

The Opportunity

You will take ownership of one or more major infrastructure workstreams, which may include:

• Project governance and delivery planning

• Design development and interface management

• Project controls and performance reporting

• Procurement and contracting strategy

• Risk, cost, schedule and change management

• Environmental and regulatory approvals

• Stakeholder and partner coordination

• Construction and contract oversight

You will work closely with senior leadership to build practical project delivery processes, establish consistent standards and ensure decisions are supported by reliable information, clear accountability and strong governance.

The successful candidate will have the autonomy to improve systems, influence project outcomes and help shape the broader infrastructure delivery function.

What You Will Do

• Lead one or more major project workstreams from planning through design, procurement, construction and closeout

• Develop project governance frameworks, workstream plans, controls, tools, templates and reporting standards

• Establish clear processes for cost, schedule, risk, change, forecasting and performance management

• Coordinate internal teams, consultants, contractors and external stakeholders within a matrix environment

• Support procurement strategies and participate in consultant and contractor selection

• Monitor consultant and contractor performance, contractual compliance, quality and value

• Manage workstream scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality and safety

• Identify project delivery issues early and provide practical recommendations to leadership

• Improve existing project management, project controls and contract-management processes

• Provide functional guidance to project coordination staff

What We Are Looking For

You are an experienced infrastructure professional who understands how major capital projects are delivered from an owner’s perspective.

You bring:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering or another relevant discipline

• At least five years of experience delivering complex capital infrastructure projects, typically valued between $15 million and $100 million or more

• Experience across the full project lifecycle, including planning, design, procurement, construction and closeout

• Strong knowledge of project governance, project controls and major-project delivery processes

• Experience working with multiple partners, consultants, contractors, government bodies or external stakeholders

• The ability to develop systems and frameworks, rather than simply operate within established processes

• Strong communication, organization, judgment and stakeholder-management skills

• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

A P.Eng. designation and/or PMP certification would be considered an asset.

Compensation and Benefits

The position offers a highly competitive total compensation package, including:

• Starting compensation of approximately $131,000

• Salary progression to approximately $145,000

• Annual performance bonus

• Employer RRSP matching of up to 7% from Day 1

• Paid vacation and personal days

• Earned time-off program

• Extended health and dental benefits

• Hybrid work model

• Flexible start and finish times

• Free downtown parking

• Onsite fitness facilities

• Strong opportunities for internal growth and advancement

Location and Work Model

The role is based in downtown Vancouver and follows a hybrid schedule, with four days per week in the office and one day remote.

This is a strong opportunity for an owner-side Project Manager, Senior Project Manager or Project Delivery professional who wants to work on major infrastructure while influencing how projects are governed and delivered.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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