Project Engineer

NES Fircroft; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering staffing provider located in Southwestern Ontario is looking for an experienced professional to manage engineering projects. The candidate will participate in contractor selection, coordinate project issues and lead project management teams. A BS degree in engineering and strong leadership and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering, construction, and project management.
• Broad knowledge of design standards and specifications.
• Ability to handle tight deadlines and changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Participate in ITT development and contractor selection.
• Coordinate project issues and change requests.
• Lead Project Management Team in applying systems.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Adaptability under pressure

Education

BS degree in engineering field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

MAIN FUNCTIONS

Responsibilities include:

• Participate in Invitation to Tender (ITT) development, bid evaluation and contractor selection.
• Participate in identification & sourcing of long‑lead equipment, assuring Front End Engineering Design (FEED) contractor support until equipment is assigned to the contractor.
• Coordinate development of Functional Interaction Plan.
• Coordinate project issues resolution process.
• Coordinate change requests & endorse change authorization.
• Be responsible for the completion of the assigned work scope consistent with the Project Objectives.
• Engage Project Team and functional resources to verify that the design & construction is consistent with project specifications & standards.
• Serve as interface between Project Team & Contractor.
• Ensure smooth transitions between project stages.
• Lead Project Management Team (PMT) in applying Project Management Systems.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• BS degree in engineering field.
• Experience in multiple assignments in engineering, construction, and project management and controls activities.
• Broad range of experience and skills through multiple function & project assignments (Multi‑discipline skill set).
• Broad knowledge of design standards, specifications & work processes.
• Strong leadership, influencing & interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational, coordination, planning & interface skills.
• Ability to adapt to tight deadlines, heavy workloads & frequent changes in priorities.
• Excellent communication skills & ability to read, write & speak fluent English.
• Proficient in MS Office suite of software programs.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market‑leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.