Fabrication Shop Manager

Our client is a leading mechanical contractor with over 25 years of experience, operating across BC and Alberta. With a proven track record of successful projects throughout Western Canada, they specialize in high-profile builds, including hospitals, community centers, and government buildings. This role offers the chance to grow your portfolio and contribute to impactful projects.

The Opportunity Join a dynamic and growing team that values collaboration and a positive workplace culture. Reporting to the Director of Project Management, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring the efficiency of the fabrication shop while advancing your career in a company known for internal promotions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the fabrication shop, ensuring projects align with mechanical specifications, construction drawings, and contract requirements.
• Review and implement approved equipment shop drawings, completing associated checklists.
• Participate in trade coordination and site meetings, leading internal coordination discussions as needed.
• Model and coordinate mechanical systems, including domestic water, hydronic, drainage, and fire protection piping.
• Ensure accurate placement of mechanical equipment and coordination of access hatches and sleeve locations.
• Identify and resolve model clashes using software like Revizto, Navisworks, or ACC.
• Generate layout drawings, export 3D models, and create spool sheets for fabrication.
• Conduct site reviews, verify installations, and update models with real-world conditions.
• Mentor and advise VDC Designers, ensuring compliance with project standards and SOPs.

What You Bring

• 5+ years of experience managing a fabrication shop.
• 2+ years of experience working with mechanical and plumbing systems.
• Proficiency in MS Suite and Jonas software.
• A clean safety record and strong leadership skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $100,000 - $130,000
• Vacation: 3-4 weeks
• Health & Medical: 100% extended coverage
• Retirement: RRSP matching (3% increasing to 5%)

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a high-performing fabrication shop with one of BC’s premier mechanical contractors. Ready to take the next step? Apply today!

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. Our clients partner with us to help expand and diversify their teams. Please note that all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.