Lead Engineer - Buildings

CIMA Canada Inc.; Bowmanville; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits

RRSP with employer contribution

Employee ownership (share purchase)

Work/Life balance policy

Vacation 3-5 weeks

Job summary

CIMA+ is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for our Bowmanville or Mississauga offices. You will lead design and delivery of high-performance building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, and building services, while nurturing client relationships and guiding project teams.

The ideal candidate holds a P.Eng license with the PEO and brings 10+ years of related experience, strong knowledge of Canadian codes, and proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and related design tools.

Qualifications

• A recognized mechanical engineering degree and PEO licensure as a P.Eng.
• 10+ years of directly related mechanical buildings engineering experience.
• Experience with HVAC, plumbing, building services in facilities.
• Strong client service, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Liaise directly with clients and maintain business relationships.
• Prepare proposal submissions including pricing, agreements, and responses to RFPs.
• Design institutional buildings including education, recreation, health care, municipal, and commercial projects.
• Investigate, survey and audit sites for design projects or studies.
• Manage and collaborate with the project team from concept through construction.
• Oversee and mentor junior/intermediate staff with technical direction.
• Ensure compliance with quality assurance/control programs.
• Prepare technical reports and write specifications.

Skills

Client liaison

Project leadership

Canada codes

AutoCAD

Revit

DDC controls

PEO licensed

Education

P.Eng. licensed (PEO)

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

Job description

Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to.

Welcome to people who like people, to brilliant minds, tomorrow’s visionaries, challenge seekers, collaborators, and those with an entrepreneurial spirit in their DNA.

At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people. At CIMA+, we care about our people and make sure that they feel valued, appreciated, and part of the team. You could even become a shareholder in the company.

At CIMA+, we give you the freedom and flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to.

Welcome to CIMA+

• Job Description

CIMA+'s Buildings team is renowned for its expertise in designing high-quality buildings. We are committed to providing the most cost-effective solutions to engineering challenges and offer a diverse range of projects from the initial planning stages to design and construction. CIMA+ cultivates career growth and provides opportunities as unique as you are. With a constant desire to offer our clients the best possible service, we have set up a team of specialists dedicated to high-performance projects to support our clients and design teams across Canada. Join us and immerse yourself in a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative environment where you’ll make a real impact. Together, we’ll push boundaries and go above what’s expected of us to meet the challenges of tomorrow and engineer a better world!

We are currently seeking a talented Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our Bowmanville or Mississauga office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and other aspects of mechanical engineering for buildings. They should demonstrate expertise in buildings decarbonization or deep retrofit projects, high energy efficiency projects and strong abilities in cultivating relationships with clients. The candidate should be driven to develop innovative solutions to engineering challenges as well as accompanying the clients through the design process.

Primary Responsibilities

• Liaise directly with clients and maintain business relationships
• Prepare proposal submissions including pricing, agreements, and/or response to RFPs
• Prepare or supervise the design of institutional buildings including education, recreation, health care, municipal, and commercial projects, as well as other types of buildings such as industrial and transportation
• Investigate, survey and audit sites for design projects or Studies
• Manage and work with the project team from conceptual and preliminary stages of design through to construction completion including tender and construction/contract administration
• Oversee and mentor junior / intermediate engineering staff while providing technical direction and review of their work.
• Ensure compliance to the quality assurance and control program
• Prepare technical reports
• Prepare and write specifications
• Ensure compliance to the quality assurance and control program
• Profile
• A recognized mechanical engineering degree and licensed with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) as a P. Eng.
• Minimum 10years of directly related experience in mechanical buildings engineering including HVAC, plumbing and building services
• Experience with mechanical design on water /wastewater and transit facilities preferred
• Self-motivation and strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Demonstrate a commitment to client service
• In depth knowledge of Canadian codes and standards
• Knowledge of commercial building automation systems and DDC controls systems
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit and commercial HVAC load calculation software
• Valid driver’s licence and access to transportation for project requirements
• Integrity, team spirit, and a commitment to excellence

Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:

• Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
• As an employee-owned company,an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all eligible employees
• Work/Life balance policy across Canada
• 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
• Tailored training to improve your existing skills
• Additional Information

At CIMA+, we recognize the richness and diversity of each individual’s experience. Compensation for this role is therefore based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining internal equity. The level and associated salary may vary depending on the candidate’s profile.

Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities forcandidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,socio-economic status or background, etc.).

In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenouspeople, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying foremployment.

We are committed to providing a workplace that is accessible. Accommodations are available in accordance with CIMA's policies. If you require an accommodation, please let us know.