Job Location: Burnaby
Employment type: Permanent
Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk)
Annual Salary: $ 158,900.00 - 200,900.00
No. of positions: 1
Closing date: November 9, 2026
About the job:
What you’ll do
- Lead the management of construction work associated with the West End and East Vancouver Substation portfolios, including contracts of significant dollar value, complexity, profile and risk.
- Accountable for the overall construction performance of assigned portfolios including delivery strategy, resource allocation, contractor performance, risk management and achievement of business objectives.
- Responsible for delivering on the construction component of large, complex high-risk projects that span multiple years, including adherence/ development of standards; development and maintenance of supplier relationships, First Nations relationships and stakeholder relations.
- Is appointed BC Hydro’s Representative and becomes accountable for ensuring the completion of contract work in an orderly and timely manner and in accordance with the terms and conditions in the contract; controls scope of work and costs; negotiates work changes and equitable adjustment requests; makes ruling on disputes between Hydro and contractors; investigates and resolves construction claims on BC Hydro’s behalf.
- Develops overall construction portfolio plans, strategies and resource requirements and provides support for Constructability and Biddability Reviews.
- Develops long-term workforce, succession, organizational capability and resource plans to support current and future capital construction programs while ensuring sustainable delivery capacity across the West End / East Vancouver Substation portfolio.
- Manages the implementation of the projects within agreed upon scope, timeline and budget, using a high level of judgment in the assessment, planning and execution of these very complex, high-risk, high-profile construction projects
- Provides strategic direction for construction programs and projects, engaging and building strong networks with relevant internal stakeholders and delivery partners to drive successful delivery and ensure alignment with corporate strategies, priorities, and business objectives.
- Provides advice and guidance to Project Managers or Directors regarding constructability and construction management issues; reviews work in progress and assesses completed work for accuracy, required results and quality assurance.
- Provides leadership to a large team in meeting the portfolio goals, including setting performance objectives, providing employee development, coaching, mentoring, providing constructive and developmental feedback, and driving a culture of safety and high engagement.
- Provides leadership and direction to Construction Managers, professional staff and contractors responsible for delivery of the West End / East Vancouver Substation portfolio. Establishes performance expectations, develops leadership capability, supports succession planning, and ensures organizational readiness to meet future business requirements.
- Investigates and analyzes challenging or unusual problems of a construction nature, develops alternative solutions, evaluates risks and applies innovative solutions to problems.
- Supervises the production of project site documentation and financial reports.
- Tracks contractor progress and performance in accordance with project objectives and priorities.
- Ensure compliance by BC Hydro and its contractors with applicable permits, agreements and with commitments to First Nations.
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to safety and creates a culture where safety is first, and employees are recognized for safe performance and compliance with safety regulations and safe work practices.
- Acts as a Specialist regarding Construction related matters to anyone across all lines of business. Can be considered a subject matter expert regarding construction and contract management practices and procedures.
- Utilizes the rigorous systems, processes, tools and resources BC Hydro has in place for managing large projects. This includes adherence to our internal Project & Portfolio Management (PPM) practices.
- Leads continuous improvement initiatives that enhance construction delivery, contractor performance, safety outcomes, operational efficiency and construction management practices across the Capital Construction.
- Conducts regular construction site visits to provide support to employees/external resources and to ensure all applicable protocols, procedures, policies, standards, regulations, etc. are being met.
- Provides input and participates in the public consultation process as it pertains to construction site activities and issues.
What you bring
- A degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or Commercial Management. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- A minimum of 15 years direct and progressively more complex experience including considerable experience with electric utility projects performing construction/contract management
- Strong leadership skills demonstrated through successfully leading managers, professional staff and multidisciplinary teams while developing organizational capability and achieving business objectives.
- Demonstrated experience in strategic workforce planning, resource management, succession planning and leadership development.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication, influencing, negotiation, and facilitation skills, at all levels of the organization
- Excellent working knowledge of project costing, scheduling, and scope/quality/quantity management, contract management processes, safety policies and safe work procedures
- Strong understanding and knowledge of various types of construction methods
- Demonstrated knowledge in construction methods and procedures for construction of substations, capacitor stations and high voltage transmission lines and towers is considered an asset
- Successful experience working with First Nation partnerships and businesses in a construction environment is considered an asset
- Experience delivering projects that include co-ownership with First Nations is considered an asset
- Must be competent in driving in all weather conditions
- A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain your Driver's License: Class 5
What we offer
- A comprehensive benefits package - A minimum of 15 paid vacation days - A lifetime pension - Flexible work model, depending on your role type - Training and development courses For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits. Driver's License Type = Class 5 Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will be required as a pre-condition to employment. Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete an online leadership assessment as part of the interview process.
For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.
What else you should know
- Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro’s time in role requirement. M&P employees must meet the time in role requirements specified in the updated M&P TIR policy. For MoveUP and IBEW employees, the current time in role as outlined in the Collective Agreements will apply. Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable, include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without any delays.
Date Posted: 2026-10-27 Closing Date: 2026-11-09 For internal use: 52541290
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications online at https://app.bchydro.com/careers/current_opp.html or click 'Apply'
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