Mechanical Project Manager – ontario

Our client, an award-winning Canadian multidisciplinary consulting firm, is seeking a Project Manager – Mechanical for their Halifax office. This is a permanent, full-time position, offering a base salary of 90-120k, or more, depending on experience, along with a slew of perks at a company that is “Great Place to Work” certified! This firm offers a comprehensive group benefits package, a health spending account, RRSP matching, an employee share ownership program, competitive vacation time and more.

Our client is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Project Manager to join their growing team. Among the many residential, commercial, and retail projects you will work on is one of the largest healthcare projects in the Maritimes! As a professional Engineer, you are driven by your meticulous work ethic, and the technical know-hows of mechanical engineering. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the building services industry with a proven track record of successfully executing complex projects. As part of our talented team, you will leave a noteworthy impact on the local community. Without a doubt, this position offers a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity for the right individual who is seeking to take their career to new heights.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare, or assist Principal-in-charge with, the development of all system engineering concepts (e.g. design brief) and concept report. Review and manage the design in terms of construction budgets.
• Perform, or arrange for, reviews of existing installation and interpret/manage the impact on the project.
• Prepare all calculations and select all equipment. May assign tasks to designer and CAD Technician where appropriate.
• Ensure proper coordination of document with the internal and external project team (architect, interior designer, and other disciplines).
• Responsible for reviewing all deliverables for the project whether reports, calculations, drawings, or/and specifications. Review for completeness and accuracy at various stages of development and as defined by internal total quality management.
• Promote and enforce company standards relating to project administration, documentation and processes such as total quality management.
• Where requested by the Principal-in-charge or Associate Principal, act as contract administrator for designated projects, ensuring timely completion of all contract administration activities for project.
• Ensure that shop drawing review process takes place within project timelines.
• Coordinate with the contract administration team regarding drawing reviews, proper set up of contract administration process and site activities.
• Prepare all change notices or reviews change notices issued by contract administration team.
• Responsible for ensuring tasks are completed both accurately and with the assigned hours/fee.
• Respond to both technical and financial queries related to the project.
• Keep the Principal-in-charge or Associate Principal advised of all changes in scope of work and prepares amendments to the contract (e.g. Request of Additional fee-RAF) for review and submission to client.
• Support the process of accounts receivable.
• Responsible for ensuring the internal project team discipline coordination processes are complete.
• Prepare and continually monitor a schedule of tasks required to complete the project including hours to perform tasks and critical data required for performance.
• Liaise with external consultants, vendors as required to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Organize and attend client meetings, including delivering presentations.

Who You Are:

• Five or more years of project engineering experience in the field of mechanical building services.
• P.Eng. or be able to qualify within one year.
• A senior C.E.T. with equivalent experience and abilities will also be considered.
• Full understanding of Codes and Standards relevant for the project and is able to communicate all requirements to the internal project team, external project team, owner, and Authorities having Jurisdiction.
• Full understanding of (construction) project procurement methodologies and is able to recommend or apply such method for the project.
• Experience in health care facilities, including Infection Control Certification CAN/CSA Z312 and CSA Z32 would be an asset.
• Advanced working knowledge of the provincial building code, ASHRAE, CSA and NFPA standards.
• Demonstrate a strong leadership qualities and ability to work independently.
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a complex environment, dealing with multiple projects and clients.
• Possess sound communications skills as demonstrated through client and staff relations.
• Demonstrate experience working with other consultants and contractors, and coordination of major projects.
• Strong knowledge of engineering concepts, methods and standards.