Intermediate Project Engineer/Manager – Calgary, Alberta Compass Energy Systems Ltd

Project Management Institute - Southern Alberta Chapter (PMI-SAC); Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass is seeking a Project Engineer to ensure project success from purchase order to completion, coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver on time and within budget with quality customer service.

The role emphasizes managing full project flow, reviewing client specs, and delivering accurate drawings and BOMs. Strong communication and leadership are essential for coordinating domestic and international projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technologist.
• 5–10 years’ experience in gas compression or rotary equipment fabrication.
• Registered as an EIT, P.L. (Eng) or P.Eng with APEGA, an asset.
• Strong Mechanical Aptitude and hands-on collaboration with design/fabrication.
• Proficiency with MS Office and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full project flow from initiation to close per Project Management processes.
• Review client specifications to ensure deliverables reflect agreed scope.
• Sizing and selection of system components; develop P&ID’s and layout drawings with the Project Designer.
• Develop the Bill of Materials and assembly/fabrication drawings.
• Lead project kickoff, shop kickoff and model review meetings; manage multiple projects.

Skills

Gas compression

Rotary equipment

Mechanical aptitude

MS Office & MS Project

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Mechanical Engineering Technologist

EIT/PE license (asset)

Job description

The role of Project Engineer is to ensure the success of the project from the purchase order stage through to unit completion. Success requires the package to be ready to deliver on time and within budget without compromising quality and excellence in customer service. This is a technical role where Project Managers partner with the Design, Purchasing, Fabrication, and all other cross-functional teams to ensure the success of the project.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for full project flow and management as per Project Management processes, including but not limited to project initiation, kick off, execution, monitoring & controls, delivery and job close
• Review and understand client specifications as related to projects, ensuring built projects are reflective of agreed deliverables
• Sizing and selection of system components
• Development of P&ID’s and Layout drawings with the Project Designer
• Development of Bill of Materials
• Interacting with the Project Designer to produce all assembly and fabrication drawings
• Check and sign all drawings, ensuring their accuracy and completeness
• Maintenance of your Engineering and Design schedule
• Issue change orders and revised schedule for customer-requested scope changes
• Monitor package progress in the shop during the weekly package walk-through
• Liaise with shop staff to ensure accuracy/quality of final product
• Assist the Service Department for unit commissioning
• Successfully complete projects on budget and on time
• Lead project kickoff, shop kickoff and model review meetings
• Manage multiple domestic and/or international projects
• Maintain and develop relationships with clients on specific projects
• Communicate with Document Control ensuring that all Project operating, and maintenance manuals are prepared and issued to the customer as per schedule
• Clearly communicate project deliverables (including tasks, deadlines, risks, etc.), ensuring adequate resources are assigned to deliverables and proactively identify and communicate potential roadblocks with various project personnel for resolution
• Professionally and proactively manage the reporting of project conflicts/challenges/learnings as they arise
• Assist with mentoring new Project Managers and Designers

Education, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technologist
• Registered as an EIT, P.L. (Eng) or P.Eng with APEGA, an asset
• 5 to 10 years’ experience in gas compression or rotary equipment fabrication environment
• Strong Mechanical Aptitude
• Hands-on collaborative approach with design and fabrication
• Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint) is required
• Excellent communication skills that promote long-term mutually beneficial relationships with all stakeholders.
• Exceptional ability to positively influence, negotiate and manage conflict

At Compass, we are always looking for the right people with “can do” attitudes and a willingness to help wherever needed, this means that you may need to take on other tasks and duties that may not be listed above or may change based on the location or needs of the company.