Job Title: Technical Project Manager

Role

The Backcountry Hut Company is growing! We are seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager to support our core team, with a focus on sales support and customer relationship management. This role within our organization is designed to strengthen our internal and external processes, support client and collaborator relationships, and to contribute meaningfully to both the success of our team and the satisfaction of our clients.

This role is ideally suited to a process-oriented individual with demonstrated technical project management experience, keen attention to detail, and proven interpersonal skills.

The Technical Project Manager works closely with the Operations Lead and the BHC team to support successful project outcomes by contributing key elements, including:

Project Management, including coordinating internal and external stakeholders to achieve specific results within budget and on schedule

Planning, organizing, monitoring, and controlling key deliverables to ensure that client-built BHC projects are successful

Responsibilities

Capture all details and notes of presales and the architectural services phase of the project.
Track and manage project performance and schedule as they rate to

Budget
Timeline
Roles and Responsibilities of the different stakeholders and the drive for execution and completion

Track project budgets as the project progresses and highlight and adjust for ease of financial analysis
Develop comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients as well as other stakeholders.
Identify, sequencing, assigning, monitoring and tracking individual activities, tasks and project performance
Scheduling workflow as per project plans as needed for project completion, meeting deadlines and the needs of internal and external customers.
Keep track of all projects in the pipeline and coordinate with clients, manufacturing, the architect team, builders and other stakeholders.
Manage customer relationships after the transition from sales to an architectural services engagement.
Evaluate existing processes and systems and figure out ways for continual improvement
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation with the architectural team
Able to work with a dynamic small team and assist where and when asked, that is outside the normal responsibilities of a Project Manager.
Attend conferences and training as required to maintain proficiency or to develop new skills
Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within the scope and budget
Ensure resource availability and allocation
Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
Perform risk management to minimize project risks
Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
Meet with clients to take detailed ordering briefs and clarify specific requirements of each project
Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals
Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints based on financial analysis
Help develop and expand on the client-facing and internal documentation of the company, including such documents as:

BHC Process
BHC Assembly Guides
BHC Drawing Packages
BHC Project Book
BHC Client Assistance Documents

Skills + Experience

Team Player
Calm and Positive Attitude
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Minimum 2 years experience as a project manager or in other roles in the construction industry
Bachelor's Degree or Technical Degree specific to this Role
Schooling in architecture, project management, or building
Experience in residential construction projects
Experience with process improvement
Advanced time management and analytical skills
Solid skills in:
- Google Suite (Gmail/Sheet/Doc)
- Microsoft Suite (project/outlook/excel/word)
- Click-Up or project management tools
- Pipedrive or CRM tools
- Slack

Organizational Relationship

The project manager reports directly to the co-founders of The Backcountry Hut Company and works with the operations lead, architectural technologist, and other partners to progress each project to completion.

The ideal candidate will be interested in working dynamically and be able to assist with additional responsibilities to support successful project outcomes and business objectives.

Compensation commensurate with experience. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, vacation time, and a flexible work environment. We are based in Vancouver and our team works remotely. Applicants based in and eligible to work in Canada will be considered.

BHC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Salary Range

$65,000-$75,000 + based on demonstrated experience and alignment.

BHC is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that diversity enriches our work environment, enhances our innovation, and contributes to the overall success of our organization.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, beliefs, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. We embrace differences and recognize the unique strengths each person brings to our team and are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and encourages an environment where everyone can thrive. Our dedication to diversity and inclusion extends across every aspect of our business, from hiring and professional development to creating a supportive and collaborative work culture.

We encourage all individuals to apply. We will respond individually to candidates who best demonstrate interest, capability, and alignment with the responsibilities of the role and relevant experience in the field.