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Job Description / Duties

Reporting to the Director of Construction, this employee shall coordinate and supervise the construction of scenery according to Production Canada specifications. This employee is responsible for quoting and planning scenery construction and managing client expectations. During project executions, the Construction Project Manager will direct crews in the building of scenery on site. The Construction Project Manager works in conjunction with the Director of Construction to maintain project budgets.

- Manage event budgets
- Cost and analyze drawings and projects
- Direct site crews
- Supervise shop staff
- Draft construction drawings for other shop carpenters
- Lead and direct local crew at event setups
- Load and drive trucks (standard 24’ @ 5-ton)
- Maintain client communication and expectations
- Interact in a friendly and responsible manner with clients and other staff

Qualifications / Required Skills

- Five years of professional experience in the corporate event or theatre industry with at least two years in a management position
- Extensive knowledge of woodworking tools and scenery construction methods
- Ability to read and produce construction drawings
- Generate accurate estimates
- Working knowledge of CAD and drafting in both 2D and 3D, Vectorworks essential
- Working knowledge of Microsoft & Google Suites
- Ability to manage both carpentry staff and clients
- Must have a valid driver’s license and own a vehicle
- Personable disposition a must

Additional Information

Regular shop hours range from 8 am – 6 pm, but we operate a flexible production schedule to accommodate the needs of our staff. Our shows are set up at all hours of the day and night, and a flexible schedule is required and appreciated.

Salary: Salary Range $65k to $80k

Contact Information

Please send your resume and a cover letter via email to info@productioncanada.com with the term “CPM” in the title. No calls please.

Employer Profile

Production Canada is an award-winning company that helps clients manifest their event vision into experiences with impact. As the only company to blend scenic construction, full-service event production, and a celebrated approach to client service, Production Canada is expertly positioned to build strong, lasting relationships with its customers.

Production Canada is looking to welcome a Construction Project Manager to our Vancouver Team. Our company is built around a policy of hard work, fun and respect shared with both staff and clients.