Design Manager – MEP

FCC Construcción; Greater Toronto Area; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading infrastructure company as a Design Manager for Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) systems in Scarborough, Ontario. You will manage design processes, ensure compliance with standards, and collaborate with various teams on groundbreaking transit projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects while promoting a diverse and inclusive work culture.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of design management experience on Rail/Transit infrastructure projects.
• Strong aptitude in design and construction of mechanical, electrical and HVAC works.

Responsibilities

• Manage MEP design matters in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Monitor and track Designers’ performance in accordance with schedule.

Skills

Design Management

Project Management

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Aconex

Bluebeam

Navisworks

Revit

MS Office

Job description

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FCC is an international reference in engineering and infrastructure. Fomento de Construcciones y Contratas (“FCC”), headquartered in Spain, is the parent company of one of the world’s leading infrastructure and citizen services groups. With more than a century of history, our business portfolio is highly diversified. FCC’s core businesses are construction, environmental services, end-to-end water management, and the development of concessions for large infrastructure.

FCC Construcción has been present in Canada for more than 25 years, involved in innovative subway infrastructure work, such as the Highway 407 stations and Northern Tunnels for the Toronto York Spadina Subway Line Expansion, as well as the construction, operation, and maintenance of the Fredericton Moncton Highway.

We are experiencing exponential growth in our presence in Canada. In 1998, it was awarded for the construction, operation, and maintenance project for the Fredericton-Moncton Highway. In 2011, it was awarded a section of the Toronto-York Spadina Subway extension, the first modern subway infrastructure project in the city. This project was completed in 2018.

Building your career at FCC Canada offers a unique opportunity to engage with some of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the country. Our portfolio includes the extensive GO Rail Expansion-On Corridor Project, the Scarborough Subway Extension Stations, Rail, and Systems Project, and the transformative Pape Tunnel and Underground Stations section of the Ontario Line, all reinforcing FCC Construcción’s strong presence in the Canadian market.

We are also excited to announce the Cross Fraser Partnership for the Fraser River Tunnel Project, a significant initiative that will enhance transportation throughout the Greater Vancouver Region.

Join us at FCC Canada to be part of these groundbreaking projects and advance your career in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Scarborough Transit Connect (STC) is a joint venture between Aecon and FCC Canada Ltd. that was selected by Metrolinx to deliver the Scarborough Subway Extension – Stations, Rails and Systems (SSE-SRS) package. The Scarborough Subway Extension will bring the TTC’s Line 2 subway service nearly eight kilometers farther into Scarborough. It will extend from Kennedy Station to Sheppard Avenue and McCowan Road, providing quick and seamless transit for those heading into and out of the downtown core and those travelling within Scarborough. The extension will replace Line 3 (the Scarborough RT), helping to reduce travel times and improve access to jobs, schools, and other key destinations throughout the city.

As part of the project, FCC is looking for a Design Manager – Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) to join our team.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage MEP design matters in collaboration with the Client, Designer, Construction team and other multidisciplinary teams on the joint venture project.
• Facilitate the efficient delivery of MEP systems design as well as the design interfaces by coordinating the design development with the designers and project requirements with the client and relevant stakeholders.
• Manage value engineering, risk assessment, life cycle costing, earned value and constructability reviews.
• Monitor and track Designers’ performance in accordance with schedule and track design changes.
• Review the technical submissions to ensure compliance with the specified design requirements and standards, identifying design or interdisciplinary issues and ensuring that constructability and construction’s means and methods are coordinated with the Construction team.
• Identify potential problems that may occur during the construction process which were overlooked in the design process and coordinate with the Designer and the Construction team to find a solution.
• Manage and track design documentation, submittals and reporting progress and alert appropriate team members of risks related to potential delays.
• Facilitate effective communication between the Design team and Construction team.
• Other duties related to design management.
• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.

Education and Qualifications

• A degree/diploma in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant field from a recognized institution.
• 7+ years of design management experience on Rail/Transit infrastructure projects for MEP systems and related works.
• Strong aptitude in design and construction of mechanical, electrical and HVAC works.
• Experience working with TTC and Metrolinx is preferred.
• Experience working with Subway Ventilation Systems, Tunnel CFD, and Fire & Life Safety Systems are a strong asset.
• Familiarity with NFPA and ASHRAE codes and standards.
• Familiarity with BIM processes and functionality.

Job Requirements

• Thorough understanding of design process cycle, contracts, plans, construction drawings, specification developments and regulations.
• Thorough understanding of engineering and architectural principles, project management methodologies and industry standards.
• Strong knowledge of OBC, sustainability standards, accessibility standards, municipal standards and other regulations.
• Proficiency in project management software and computer applications such as Aconex, Bluebeam, Navisworks, Revit and MS Office (MS Project, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
• Ability to plan, schedule and organize a variety of activities and deal with stressful situations on tight deadlines with a high degree of accuracy.
• A strong eye for design details and the ability to coordinate design and assist in making design-driven decisions.
• Excellent analytical, communication and negotiation skills to lead discussions and work with internal/external stakeholders.
• Diversity & inclusion champion.

FCC Canada is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive culture which promotes gender equity and the recruitment of all under-represented groups in all levels of its workforce. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that all aspects of our recruitment and selection processes are accessible to individuals with disabilities. We offer reasonable accommodation upon request to support applicants throughout their journey with us. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please send us an email at “[e-mail]". Feedback about the accommodation process is welcome at “[e-mail]". This commitment is in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario’s Human Rights Code, affirming our ongoing efforts to provide a supportive and equitable environment for all.

This position is located in Scarborough, ON.

We appreciate your interest, however only qualified candidates will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team. We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design

• Industries

  Construction

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