Project Deputy Engineering Manager

Requisition ID:
177541

Job Level:
Senior Level

Home District/Group:
Ganotec District

Department:
Design Engineering

Market:
Industrial

Employment Type:
Full Time

Position Overview
Ganotec is seeking a Project Deputy Engineering Manager This is a hands-on leadership opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of complex construction projects by bridging design and field execution, ensuring that mechanical systems are practical, cost-effective, and aligned with construction strategies.

District Overview
As an industrial contractor, Ganotec offers a complete service serving the industrial sector in Canada. Ganotec has the ability to offer all major disciplines including civil works, steel framing construction, mechanical equipment installation, piping and electrical, instrumentation and control work. We execute our projects according to different business models including construction management mode, turnkey, target price, time and material and / or traditional mode. We have always been passionate about projects in "partnership", in collaboration with owners, equipment suppliers and engineers, from the early stages of the project development phase to enable a more effective strategy. Ganotec is continuously at the cutting edge, constantly looking for opportunities for improvement without losing sight of what has made the success of the company.

Location
This position is based in U.S.A and requires applicants to be eligible to work in the U.S. or to apply for and obtain a TN visa. U.S. immigration requires proof of Canadian citizenship and successful completion of a Bachelor of Engineering degree.

This role may involve either a fly-in/fly-out arrangement on a potential 10/4 schedule or a temporary relocation for approximately 1 to 2 years, depending on project needs and individual circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage technical teams focused on mechanical design during pursuit and execution phases.
• Oversee completion of mechanical design tasks in accordance with project criteria and execution plans.
• Ensure adherence to Ganotec's design and constructability standards.
• Control design-related costs and engineering service budgets.
• Integrate constructability and quantity tracking throughout the design process.
• Collaborate with estimators and field teams to align design with construction strategies.
• Monitor and report progress against design schedules.
• Mentor junior engineers and support their technical development.
• Champion design quality management plans for mechanical systems.
• Develop project budgets, schedules, and staffing plans for final design phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (or ability to obtain licensure in required jurisdictions).
• 10+ years of experience in mechanical design and construction, preferably in design-build or P3 environments.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary design teams and delivering infrastructure projects valued at $100M+.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems in industrial and infrastructure settings.
• Proven leadership in coordinating design with field execution.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Willingness to travel and access active construction sites in varying conditions.

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.