Maintenance Project Manager (BRT)

Marketing Statement

As the largest operating company in the integrated TransLink enterprise, Coast Mountain Bus Company (CMBC) operates a fleet of clean-fuel conventional and community shuttle buses, zero-emission trolley buses, and passenger ferry SeaBuses in Metro Vancouver, the largest single transit service area in Canada.

At CMBC, one of BC’s Top Employers, we're committed to providing an innovative, healthy, and engaging workforce. This is reflected in our workforce of over 5,500 employees performing over 400 unique jobs, who are committed and empowered to deliver service that attracts nearly 1.1 million passengers daily and connects people, businesses, and communities in the Metro Vancouver region.

We have the important job of helping our passengers get to work, appointments, visiting with family and friends, and back again every day. Metro Vancouver relies on us, and we take that as a point of pride.

Responsibilities

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Provides engineering and project management expertise to develop, implement and control of medium to large scope fleet capital projects through operating subsidiaries, as well as assigned fleet maintenance capital projects.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Prepares capital project business cases/justifications and work plans including development and assessment of technical solution alternatives, life cycle cost analysis, repair and replacement recommendations and risk analysis that includes scope development, budget and implementation strategy.

Manages projects through the implementation stage including; project scope, schedule, budget, risk, contractual and technical problem resolution, additional work review and authorization, jurisdictional authorities coordination, internal and external reporting, acceptance testing, commissioning, and monitoring of work through the warranty period.

Prepares contracts and tender documents and manages projects through tender and implementation. Ensures regulatory compliance for assets related to assigned projects. Ensures that the documentation related to the project is accurate, complete and in compliance to the legal and contractual requirements

Liaises with TransLink and operating subsidiary user groups (such as Strategic Sourcing, Finance, Planning and Risk) to ensure projects meet end users' requirements and are implemented with minimal disruption to operations and maintenance. Obtains recommendations from the groups and finds optimum channels to utilize the recommendations in assigned projects.

Assists in developing policy and procedure guidelines for consulting and contracting and manages design teams and project managers. Manages relationships with contractors and consultants, providing work direction and monitoring contract compliance along with overseeing vendor/supplier to deliver projects on-time and on-budget

Liaises with Fleet Technical Support, in developing preventative maintenance work tasks and schedules, identifying required spare parts and technical training.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

The competencies for this position would typically be acquired through completion of a degree in an applicable discipline in mechanical or industrial engineering along with a Professional Engineering (P.Eng) or Project Management Professional (PMP) designation with five (5) years of relevant experience in a related industry (transportation, municipal, provincial government) is required, including exposure to and detailed knowledge of maintenance systems and life cycle costing.

Other Requirements:

Advanced analytical skills when developing and recommending work plans.

Prior experience in the design and construction of engineering projects together with technical knowledge of project administration, finances, contracts, project scheduling and the ability to oversee activities of project teams.

Strong supervisory skills in coaching and training other employees

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Solid problem solving and decision making skills to select and establish appropriate processes and standards for the functional area.

Solid computer skills in standard office software tools including word processing and advanced spreadsheet software, statistical packages and use of web-based and data management systems.

Other Information

Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.

Work Schedule

37.5 hours per week.

Work Designation

Hybrid

This position offers the flexibility of working both on-site and remotely within the Metro Vancouver area.

Rate of Pay

The salary for this position ranges from $100,080 - $150,120 per annum. Actual salary offered will be based on education, experience, skills, and qualifications as they relate to the role.

We aim to provide competitive pay that reflects your professional background and expertise. We want to ensure our offer will align with your strengths considering experience, skills, and internal equity to offer a fair and equitable salary. The Total Compensation Package, which includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan as well as other employment offerings will be discussed in detail as your application progresses.

How to Apply

Please click the 'Apply' button at the top right corner or go to https://www.translink.ca/About-Us/Careers.aspx to apply for this position and view instructions on the process.

INSTRUCTIONS: Please save your (1) cover letter, and your (2) resume as one pdf document prior to uploading your application on-line.

Posting Date: July 30, 2026
Closing Date: Open until filled

Please note that only those short listed will be contacted.

Having trouble applying? Please view the System Requirements & FAQ's by going to http://www.translink.ca/careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Coast Mountain Bus Company is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at [email protected]