Design Build Team Lead

Primary Engineering and Construction Corporation (Primary) is a leading provider of professional engineering and construction services. Our diverse teams and inclusive culture are the core that powers Primary, enabling us to tailor solutions to clients' and Engineering communities’ specific needs through listening to and embracing unique perspectives. Primary connects them to what is possible today and provides a solid foundation for tomorrow.

We offer an extensive array of comprehensive engineering design and design/build services encompassing power system engineering, design-build services for utilities, joint use and telecommunication design, traffic and transportation engineering, and renewable energy systems. These services cater to a diverse range of clients, including electric utility companies, developers, builders, commercial and industrial businesses, mining companies, government, and private contractors. We are driven to build long-term relationships with both our customers and employees.

At Primary, we are dedicated to fostering an open and safe environment where all voices, whether from our team members, clients, or community, are valued and heard. As we grow our company, we remain committed to breaking down barriers and creating new opportunities within our industry.

We have an opening for a **Design Build Team Lead** in our **Kelowna** office. We strongly encourage any current employee(s) who are interested in this role to apply.

**Responsibilities**:

- Accountable for project execution and technical quality of the electrical design-build team’s activities.
- Work with the team to seek out, develop, and maintain relationships with developers and clients.
- Project level quoting, planning, design, and project management as required.
- Develop, modify, and improve design-build procedures/processes as required.
- Mentorship and development of Engineers, Technologists, Drafting, and Project Managers on the team.
- Provide direction to technical and support staff regarding best design practices and standards updates.
- Peer/stage reviews of redline, IFR, and IFC design packages.
- Peer reviews of Design Build estimates and customer proposals.
- Ensuring data integrity in DB design, construction, and record drawings.
- Design coordination with customers, municipal authorities, other utilities & various project stakeholders.
- Off-site meetings and site checks as required.
- Other duties as required.

**Qualifications**:

- Eligibility or registration with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC) or Applied Science Technologists & Technicians of British Columbia (ASTTBC).
- Great interpersonal skills with the ability to develop business relationships conducted in a professional manner.
- Strong collaborative skills and willingness to liaise with other disciplines (marketing, drafting, construction, survey, and civil) to ensure projects are accurate, compliant, on time and on budget.
- Demonstrated self-motivation and drive for improvement.
- Class 5 driver’s license.

**A few qualifications that would help you succeed**:

- Registration or eligibility for registration as a professional engineer (P.Eng. / P.L.Eng.) with EGBC (The Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia).
- Utility distribution design-build experience.
- Street lighting design experience.
- Familiarity with construction and land development.
- Experience working in the electric utility or related engineering environment, ideally in the design and cost estimating of electrical distribution projects.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
- Experience with AutoCAD, PLS-CADD, AGI32, and MS Office.

Primary offers a highly competitive compensation package including, competitive salaries, bonuses, Health & Dental benefits, Health Care Spending Account, flexible work schedules, paid vacation, Company Matching RRSP, flex days, and several career and professional development opportunities.

If you are ready for a new challenge and want to make a difference in the industry, please send your resume in confidence

**Please note, you must be legally able to work in Canada**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $90,000.00-$135,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kelowna, BC V1X 7K1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

**Education**:

- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 driver’s license (required)

Work Location: In person