Senior Engineer, Facilities

J.D. Irving, Limited; Halifax; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Engineer, Facilities to manage capital projects and provide technical support. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, a Professional Engineer designation, and 8-10 years of project management experience in industrial settings. Responsibilities include ensuring safety compliance, developing project budgets, and leading execution activities. This role offers a collaborative environment and significant impact on project success.

Qualifications

• 8 - 10+ years of experience in project-centric environments.
• Professional Engineer designation registered with Engineers Nova Scotia.
• Strong history in delivering capital projects on schedule and budget.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to safety policies and procedures.
• Develop and manage annual project budgets.
• Lead project mobilization and execution activities.
• Track financial performance and validate milestones.
• Manage documentation and ensure proper project file control.

Skills

Project Management Professional

Strong Technical Knowledge in Industrial Ventilation Systems

Strong Technical Knowledge in Commercial HVAC Systems

Strong Technical Knowledge in Industrial Gas Systems

Strong Technical Knowledge in Building Automation Systems

Cultivated Drafting Skills

Construction Management Experience

Engineering Design Management

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

The Senior Engineer, Facilities undertakes project management of capital projects, maintenance and service activities. The Senior Engineer, Facilities executes an assigned portion of the Capital Program and Facilities Expense Program. They support the business as a subject matter expert and provide technical support and direction in their area of responsibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred), Professional Engineer designation registered with Engineers Nova Scotia;
• Project Management Professional considered an asset;
• 8 - 10+ years of experience demonstrating a high level of competence / expertise / training in project-centric environments (e.g. industrial construction)
• Strong Technical Knowledge in the following areas: · Industrial ventilation systems · Commercial HVAC systems · Industrial gas systems · Building Automation Systems
• Cultivated drafting skills and knowledge of technical drawings
• Proven history and track record of Construction Management (successful delivery of capital projects, on schedule + budget)
• Strong Engineering Design Management capabilities (analysis, design, review etc.)

Responsibilities

• Safety Oversight
  • Ensure adherence to safety policies and procedures across all project phases
  • Promote a culture of safety among all stakeholders
  • Maintain ultimate accountability for safety performance
• Project Development & Initiation
  • Develop and manage annual project budgets
  • Validate and prioritize incoming business requests
  • Align project goals with stakeholder expectations
  • Secure project approvals and prepare IRC submissions
  • Conduct detailed cost estimates and communicate plans effectively
• Planning
  • Manage engineering consultants and vendor relationships
  • Oversee procurement of goods and services
  • Coordinate site access and minimize business disruption
  • Facilitate communication and stakeholder engagement
• Execution
  • Lead project mobilization and execution activities
  • Monitor progress and ensure resource availability
  • Maintain consistent communication and enforce safety standards
• Monitoring & Controlling
  • Track financial performance and validate milestones
  • Continuously assess project health across all categories
• Close-out
  • Manage documentation and ensure proper project file control
  • Finalize financials and oversee asset handover
  • Plan for preventative maintenance and communicate with stakeholders
• Document Control
  • Maintain Facility Information Center resources and SharePoint files
  • Apply policies and procedures to ensure accurate documentation
  • Oversee comprehensive project file management
• Engineering & Subject Matter Expertise
  • Develop project concepts and designs
  • Conduct engineering reviews and manage consultants
  • Provide expert guidance on codes, standards, and best practices
  • Advise on feasibility and technical solutions