Mechanical & Electrical Manager - Buildings

WSP Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Canada is seeking a Manager Building in Ottawa to lead a design team in mechanical and electrical engineering. The role involves mentoring engineers, managing complex projects, and ensuring high-quality designs and client satisfaction. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, extensive experience, and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Comprehensive employee-focused benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in engineering consulting focused on mechanical/electrical systems.
• Valid PEO license required.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, codes, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a design production team of engineers and technicians.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Review and approve technical designs and specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Mentoring

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Thisrole requires an individual who is very strong technically in either Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, has a thorough understanding of both building electrical systems and mechanical systems, knows how to design in complex retrofit environments as well as new construction, and can lead and mentor their team to deliver top engineering designs and high-quality contract documents. This individual needs to have strong management skills, the ability to lead a team and maintain internal / external client relationships.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

WeAre WSP

What you can expect to do here :

Lead and manage a design production team composed of mechanical and electrical engineers, designers, technicians, and Engineers-in-Training (EITs), providing guidance and support

Act as a mentor to the team, helping individuals develop their skills and advance in their careers

Act as the either Lead Engineer or Project Manager on complex projects

Oversee the development of mechanical and electrical building system design

Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables on all projects undertaken by the team

Develop detailed workload planning documents to ensure appropriate resource allocation and adherence to project timelines

Ensure engineering work meets quality standards and that client expectations are met

Review and approve technical designs, drawings, and specifications

Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement solutions to keep projects on track

Works closely with the M&E Area Director, the Operations Director, finance, quality, legal / risk, and project delivery shared services teams to report and successfully deliver projects

Foster, implement and promote best practices, continuous improvement initiatives, and a culture of innovation and collaboration within team

Maintain and manage strong relationships with building owners, architects and contractors, and other clients

What you'll bring to WSP :

A Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Minimum of 10 years' experience in engineering consulting industry focused on the design of mechanical and / or electrical systems for buildings

A valid PEO license

Strong knowledge of mechanical and / or electrical engineering principles, codes, and standards.

Demonstrated experience in successfully managing projects, including delivering on time and budget

Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of engineers and designers.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with team members and internal / external clients

Highly experienced in working in existing buildings, occupied conditions, and facilities with critical operations

Experienced with managing complex retrofit and new construction projects

Familiar with the key principals of decarbonization

Ability to manage multiple projects and appropriately resource to align with project timelines.

An ability to work collaboratively, share and balance resources and be a team player

Desire to participate in client management and business development activities

Knowledgeable in modelling and drafting software such Revit and AutoCAD

Knowledgeable in design software associated with mechanical or electrical systems design

• Must be eligible for PSPC Reliability clearance

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP :

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Please Note :

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.

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