Project Coordinator and Designer, Mechanical

University of Toronto; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

The University of Toronto Scarborough invites applications for a Project Coordinator and Designer, Mechanical. Working under the supervision of the Principal Architect and Design and Construction Management, you will prepare mechanical drawings, coordinate with stakeholders, and support planning and renovation of spaces with a focus on HVAC, plumbing, and related systems.

You will produce, cross-check, and manage mechanical documentation while attending project meetings and maintaining building

Qualifications

• Advanced College Diploma or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• Minimum 4 years of mechanical systems planning and design experience for institutional/commercial projects.
• Experience reviewing specifications, shop drawings and site reviews during construction.
• Ability to read and develop construction drawings with strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of codes and standards (OBC, ASHRAE, CSA) for HVAC/Plumbing systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits to inspect work and verify timelines.
• Review drawings and contract documents to capture updates for site conditions in AutoCAD.
• Oversee minor renovations and resolve issues within scope.
• Produce technical documentation and CAD drawings for approval.
• Develop viable design solutions and artistic renderings.
• Maintain a database of building information and project records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Education

Advanced College Diploma (3 years) in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Trane Trace

Carrier HAP

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Project Coordinator and Designer, Mechanical

Description:

About us:

The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey. The 300-acre UTSC campus has grown from its early buildings, designed by architect John Andrew and inspired by the dramatic landscape of the Highland Creek Valley to include new residential, athletics, research, and teaching facilities. Expansion has been guided by the strong fundamentals of the original Scarborough College with a commitment to high quality architecture, natural open spaces, deep environmental considerations and a student-centered experience. Within this context, the University of Toronto Scarborough’s Department of Design and Construction Management offers a unique opportunity to undertake a diverse range of project types within a similarly diverse range of buildings. The Department’s projects involve renovations and additions to existing buildings with construction budgets, which typically range up to $10M. Our goal is to create innovative and timely solutions that will contribute to enhancing the built environment for faculty, students and staff in support of the University’s mission. This search aligns with the University’s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members (Statement on Equity, Diversity & Excellence). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.

Your opportunity:

Working under the supervision of the Principal Architect, Design and Construction Management, and supporting departmental staff and the Campus Architect and Director of Architecture, Planning and Project Development, the incumbent will work as part of the design and planning team in the Department of Design and Construction Management. The incumbent works collaboratively in consultation with stakeholders and in the preparation of mechanical responses to complex and varied program requirements, and will implement plans and process improvements for project activities and other documentation including permit and tender sets and construction site review and documentation. This position will be responsible for gathering site information, inventory space constraints, drafting construction drawings and preparing any other documents required for the planning, design and renovation of spaces related to mechanical design. The incumbent will also be responsible for producing mechanical drawings (plumbing, HVAC, controls, etc.), cross-checking against electrical and architectural drawings; carrying out building surveys; maintaining databases of mechanical drawings and will attend project meetings as required.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting site visits to inspect work and ensure adherence to timelines
• Reviewing drawings, contract documents and site conditions to capture updates and changes to existing site/building conditions in AutoCAD
• Overseeing the implementation of minor renovations
• Resolving issues within the scope of the role and escalating problems as required
• Producing technical documentation and CAD drawings for approval
• Developing viable design solutions and artistic renderings
• Maintaining a database of building information
• Resolving minor complaints within the scope of the role and referring larger issues when appropriate

Essential Qualifications:

• Advanced College Diploma (3 years) in Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field, or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum four (4) years of related experience with mechanical systems planning and design for institutional and commercial projects.
• Must have experience in the review of specifications, shop drawings and site (field) review of projects during construction.
• Experience reading and developing construction drawings, with a strong attention to detail.
• Sound knowledge and demonstrated experience of mechanical, technical and graphic representation and graphic layout is required.
• Demonstrated success in building collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge and experience applying codes and standards including OBC, ASHRAE, CSA and other relevant codes to HVAC and Plumbing systems design.
• Applicants are also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.
• Excellent computer skills including: AutoCAD with experience in the preparation of mechanical drawings, Revit, Trane Trace and Carrier HAP, Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal and written communications skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to generate new ideas.
• Must possess the ability to adapt to new technical changes in mechanical design and representation.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Evidence of leadership, initiative, diplomacy and excellent judgement.
• Ability to set priorities and targets and to meet deadlines in relation to frequently changing demands.
• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail.

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Approachable
• Cooperative
• Efficient
• Multi-tasker
• Organized
• Problem solver

Note:

This role is currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the University of Toronto's Alternative Work Arrangements Guideline.

Closing Date: 11/13/2026, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 12 -- $84,564 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $108,145. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Facilities/Ancillary Services
Divisional HR Office Email: [e-mail]

Lived Experience Statement

Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

Indigenous Substantiation Process

The University of Toronto has implemented a process to substantiate Indigenous Membership/Citizenship/Enrolment for candidates who identify as Indigenous. For more information about this process, please refer to the Indigenous Substantiation Website.

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