Project Engineer

The Cahill Group; Saint John; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm in Saint John, New Brunswick is seeking a Project Engineer. You will support project managers to ensure project delivery while collaborating with multiple teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience, along with strong communication skills and technical knowledge in the Mechanical discipline. The role is permanent and full-time, requiring 37.5 hours per week from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints/CAD models is an asset.
• Experience managing engineering drawing revisions.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all aspects of assigned projects.
• Maintain relationships with General Contractor, clients, and engineers.
• Prepare operational manual documentation packages.
• Collaborate with various teams to ensure project delivery.
• Manage change orders and documentation for claims.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Technical knowledge in Mechanical discipline

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor of Engineering degree or Diploma in Engineering Technology

Job description

Atlantica is recruiting for innovative and collaborative candidates for a Project Engineer position in Saint John, New Brunswick . As a key member of the team, you will support project managers in the delivery of assigned projects.

About Us :

Based in Halifax since 1966, Atlantica, a member of the Cahill Group, is one of the largest mechanical and electrical contractors in the Maritimes. Equipped with leading‑edge technologies, Atlantica’s highly skilled workforce executes a wide range of mechanical and electrical construction projects from design and fabrication to fire protection and maintenance services throughout a building’s life cycle to provide customized solutions to our clients.

Responsibilities :

Reporting to the Director of Projects, and working in an exciting and collaborative environment, you will :

• Participate in all aspects of assigned projects to ensure safe, on‑time, and on‑budget delivery
• Provide reports on project status to Project Managers and the Operations Manager
• Participate in project meetings regarding mechanical issues and handle technical inquiries.
• Maintain professional working relationships with the General Contractor, client, and consulting engineers; Including assisting them to resolve problems and liaise on the integration of systems.
• Prepare operational manual documentation package and ensure documentation is kept up to date.
• Collaborate with Project Services, Finance, Safety, and Estimating teams to ensure project schedule and delivery are on track.
• Work with Superintendents, Supervisors, Forepersons, and trades in the field.
• Work closely with the Estimating team to integrate bid and project methodology, as well as throughout the project on estimating project expenses.
• Ensure working drawings are developed, when required, and review specifications and shop drawings.
• Manage change orders, prepare documentation for claims, ensure monthly progress bills are accurate and issued.
• Review timesheets from field and format reports for payroll and cost control.
• Participate in debriefing session when projects are deemed substantially complete.

Who are we looking for?

Education and Experience :

• 3+ years' of related experience
• Technical knowledge in the Mechanical discipline
• Bachelor of Engineering degree, Diploma in Engineering Technology, and / or relevant work experience
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints / CAD models would be considered an asset
• Experience managing engineering drawing revisions.

About you :

• Strong computer skills – including expertise in Microsoft Office applications.
• Proven ability to communicate ideas and information in a clear and concise manner to the appropriate audience.
• A positive, solution‑oriented approach.
• Ability to work well under pressure and with tight deadlines.

Job Details :

• Permanent, full‑time
• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday to Friday

The Cahill Group embraces a culture of belonging in the workplace. We believe that a diverse and inclusive culture creates a work environment that is supportive, engaging, challenging, and innovative while enabling our employees to be collaborative, positive, and creative to reach our full potential. The Cahill Group is an equal opportunity organization and welcomes applications from 2SLGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), women, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities. If you require any accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know.

If you feel as though you can express some key qualities as noted in the above posting, please apply in confidence by clicking “apply now” below. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted.