Senior Project Manager, Team Lead

About the role

This is a senior leadership role for an experienced OHS professional who wants more than just managing projects. At Pinchin, you’ll have the opportunity to lead a team, influence how we deliver our services, and play a key role in shaping the growth of our Occupational Health & Safety practice in BC.

If you’re looking for a role where you can operate with autonomy, have real input into the business, and grow into more senior leadership, this is that opportunity.

Why this role stands out

• Real influence – contribute to how our OHS practice grows, including input into hiring, service offerings, and delivery approach
• Leadership + autonomy – manage your own portfolio, lead your team, and make decisions with minimal oversight
• Direct access to senior leadership – work closely with Operations Managers and the Director on strategy and execution
• Clear path for growth – this role is positioned as a step toward more senior leadership (e.g., Operations Manager / Director)
• Variety and impact – work across industrial hygiene, safety programs, compliance, and training
• A better consulting model – hybrid work, flexible hours, and a focus on sustainable delivery

Pinchin makes buildings and environments better. We are a multidisciplinary engineering and consulting firm with offices across North America. Our teams bring together expertise in environmental services, compliance, building science and resiliency, occupational health and safety, sustainability, and engineering. We help clients create safe, healthy, and higher performing places through solutions that reflect innovation, care, and deep technical insight.

At Pinchin, we empower our people uphold unwavering principles and work with purpose to create better outcomes for our clients, communities, and environments.

Pinchin is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our Occupational Health & Safety team in Richmond. The role reports to the Operations Manager. This is an existing role.

Department Overview

Pinchin’s Occupational Health & Safety Consulting Division delivers practical, science‑based solutions to help clients manage workplace health risks and meet regulatory requirements. Working within a multidisciplinary environment, the team provides technical expertise, project leadership, and client‑focused consulting services while supporting staff development and the continued growth of the OH&S practice.

We also recognize that consulting can sometimes carry a reputation for long hours and limited flexibility — that’s not how we operate. Our team works in a hybrid environment, with flexibility to work from home when project demands allow. We support flexible working hours wherever possible, and when overtime is required, we aim to provide options for paid overtime or time in lieu. Our goal is to create a sustainable, supportive environment that allows our team to deliver high-quality work while maintaining strong work-life balance.

Your Impact

• Manage occupational health and safety and industrial hygiene projects, which includes budget creation and adherence, time management, cost tracking, scope of work definition, proposal preparation and presentation, and report and invoice preparation
• Mentor and supervise junior and intermediate level staff
• Coordinate group resources, including employee allocation, vacation scheduling etc.
• Oversee the preparation of contract documents to Pinchin standards
• Coordinate work and client contracts with other groups within the company
• Review technical reports
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, contractors, and regulatory body representatives
• Participate in quality control initiatives

What You’ll Bring to Pinchin

This is not a role where you will be trained from the ground up. We’re looking for someone who brings strong consulting experience and can independently manage projects, people, and client relationships from day one.

You’ll learn Pinchin’s systems and approach — but you’ll be trusted to lead.

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in the occupational health and safety preferred. Related fields are also acceptable.
• Professional designation preferred (CIH, ROH, CRSP and/or CSP)
• 5-10 years of related experience
• Experience with managing employees and maintaining client relationships
• Strong technical expertise, particularly with respect to providing solutions in Occupational Health and Safety matters
• Strong problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Effective planning and prioritizing skills to meet organizational and divisional goals
• Ability to leverage technological advancements in safety and hygiene to provide sound health and safety solutions for our Clients

What makes Pinchin different?

Pinchin is a multidisciplinary consulting firm helping clients create safe, healthy, and high-performing environments. You’ll be joining a team that values curiosity, accountability, and growth — and leaders who are actively invested in your success.

We offer competitive salaries and great benefits. What sets Pinchin apart is our commitment to people and purpose. You will join a team that values curiosity, integrity, and learning. You will grow alongside supportive leaders and subject matter experts who want you to succeed.

Step into a dynamic leadership role where you’ll mentor talented professionals, benefit from competitive compensation and extended coverage from day one, enjoy an RRSP Matching Program and annual bonuses, engage with expert led problem solving networks, and thrive in a flexible, supportive environment dedicated to recognizing and developing senior level expertise.

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Additional Information

• Some positions may involve online testing during the recruitment process.
• Depending on the assignment, clients may require Government security screening, criminal record verification, or periodic drug and alcohol testing. Depending on the requirements of the position, preference may be given to candidates who are able to efficiently qualify for Government security clearances. (Verification of background information over the previous five years including Canadian residency.)
• No agency phone calls please.
• We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to employment practices that support a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.

We make buildings and environments better.