Project Engineer-Building Systems

Ontario Society of Professional Engineers; Toronto; On-site; CAD 93,592 - 109,190; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

University of Toronto Scarborough is seeking a Project Engineer-Building Systems to deliver full electrical engineering services for major campus projects. You will manage design, cost estimates, and coordination with Construction Management and Utilities Planning to support capital projects and renovations.

Responsibilities include high and low voltage distribution, lighting, emergency power, CCTV, and fire/alarm systems, with a focus on timely delivery and adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering and license to practice in Ontario.
• Minimum 5 years’ related experience in design and documentation on institutional and laboratory projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCad, Excel, MS Word, MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Provide full professional electrical engineering services for Facilities Management and related departments.
• Oversee planning and design of electrical systems for renovations, additions, and utility distributions.
• Ensure OBC compliance, prepare drawings, cost estimates, and liaise with authorities.

Skills

AutoCad

Excel

MS Word

MS Project

Education

Professional engineering license (Ontario)

Tools

None

Job description

Project Engineer-Building Systems

Date Posted:07/30/2026
Req ID:49646
Faculty/Division:UofT Scarborough
Department:UTSC:Facilities Management
Campus:University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Existing Vacancy:Yes

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 our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey.

In the Facilities Management department, we take pride in the development, operations, and stewardship of our buildings and grounds to provide a welcoming, service-oriented, clean and safe environment for our students, faculty and staff.

Our mission is to facilitate the Academic Mission of Excellence in Research and Teaching by providing a safe, clean, healthy, comfortable and sustainable environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors.

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.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Facilities Assets & Utilities Planning, this position provides full professional engineering services to the University of Toronto Scarborough

The incumbent is responsible for providing full professional electrical engineering services for projects undertaken by the Facilities Management Department, the Design and Construction Management, Capital Projects and Utilities Planning.

Projects typically involve oversight, planning and support of major capital projects as well as detailed design of the electrical systems for renovations and additions to existing buildings and utility distributions systems, alterations to offices, classrooms, meeting and conference rooms.

Specialized work includes renovations to laboratories as well as other types of spaces and facilities involving modifications and additions to campus distribution systems, infrastructure systems and other University facilities involving high voltage substations. Modifications and additions to lighting systems, high and low voltage distribution systems, emergency power and lighting systems, fire alarm systems, security systems including CCTV, alarms and electronic locking systems, communication systems including voice, telephone and computer cabling systems and other special services.

Professional services include all aspects of engineering as defined by the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) and encompass client liaison, preparation of preliminary feasibility and designs studies, reports and cost estimates, detailed design layouts, value engineering, preparation of technical working drawings and specifications, wiring control diagrams, application of seal to drawings in the electrical discipline, issuing drawings for permit, construction, tendering and performing construction review, and contract administration. The position ensures Ontario Building Code (OBC) compliance on engineering matters, deals with the authorities having jurisdiction and ensures compliance with the University of Toronto Scarborough Design Standards and other applicable standards and codes.

Qualifications

I. Education

• University degree in Engineering with license to practice in the Province of Ontario; registered and in good standing with the Professional Engineers of Ontario

II. Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ related experience in design and documentation with demonstrated experience working on institutional and laboratory projects.

III. Technical Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCad, Excel, MS Word, MS Project.

IV. Other

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal, organizational and management skills.
• Skill in motivating staff and fostering a productive team environment.
• Demonstrated initiative, leadership and strong customer service focus.
• Ability to meet deadlines under conditions of multiple demands and conflicting priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to provide accurate cost estimates.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability complete projects on time and on budget.

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'sAlternative Work Arrangements Guideline.

Closing Date:08/16/2026,11:59PM ET
Employee Group:Salaried
Personnel Subarea:PM
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule:Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:PM 3 -- Hiring Zone: $93,592 - $109,190 -- Broadband Salary Range: $93,592 - $155,985
Job Category:Engineering / Technical

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building aculture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectivelyaddress and serve the interests of our global community. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples,Black and racialized persons, women, persons withdisabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment toequity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverseperspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential tostrengthening 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 seehttp://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 [e-mail].