Project Manager

6 days ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Smith + Andersen Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Role: Project Manager - Mechanical

Location: Halifax, NS

Job Type: Hybrid – WFH + In Office

Who We Are

Smith + Andersen is a trusted, Canadian, multi-disciplinary engineering firm with 10 offices in five provinces and approximately 700 employees.

At Smith + Andersen our employees contribute to some of the most sustainable building design projects in Canada. The work we do has meaningful impact on the community by contributing to landmark projects such as hospitals, transit stations, parks, federal and provincial government buildings and post-secondary institutions.

Our values drive and define everything we do, demonstrating a deep commitment to sustainability, mentorship and quality work that spans nearly six decades in business. In addition, we are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work and selected as one of Canada's Best Workplaces for the highly collaborative culture we've built and for empowering employees to do great work

This Opportunity

The Halifax office of Smith + Andersen is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Project Manager to join our 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.

Why choose Smith + Andersen?

In addition to an exciting career filled with meaningful work, we offer:
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible hours and half day Fridays (all year round)
  • Comprehensive Group Health Benefits Program, including a Health Spending Account
  • Group Retirement Savings Plan (Employer and Employee Contributions)
  • Employee Share Ownership Program (ESOP)
  • Purchase Time off Program
  • Transit Subsidy Program
  • Wide variety of community and social events
  • Great Place to Work-Certified
  • Best Workplaces in Canada
  • Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness


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.
 

Nice to Have
  • LEED certification / Experience implementing sustainable design (LEED projects) is an asset.


About Smith + Andersen

Founded in 1965, Smith + Andersen has organically grown from an established reputation as a trusted engineering consulting firm, reaching new levels of engineering and design excellence in the mechanical, electrical, communications, security and audiovisual fields, and providing enhanced services such as lighting, building automation systems, and intelligent integrated systems design. Thanks to our client-focused approach, we are able to apply efficient, sustainable, and reliable design and engineering solutions on the some of the most exciting projects across Canada.

For more information about Smith + Andersen, please visit our website at

Accommodation

Appropriate accommodations will be provided to candidates upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process. Successful applicants will be advised of Smith + Andersen's accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Diversity 

Smith + Andersen is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, race, ethnicity, family status, religion, mental or physical status or veteran status.

Recruitment Agencies

Smith + Andersen welcomes interest by individual applicants. For resumes or applications submitted by agencies or recruiters with which Smith + Andersen does not have an agreement in place, Smith + Andersen will not pay any referral fee. Unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies or recruiters will be deemed to have been referred without fee or other charges.

Smith + Andersen is an equal opportunity employer.

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