Senior Project Engineer

Valard Construction; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility contractor is seeking a Senior Project Engineer in Vaughan, ON. This individual will manage project documentation, offer construction support, and ensure quality standards. Applicants must have at least 10 years of related experience and a degree in electrical, structural, or civil engineering. A comprehensive benefits package is offered in this full-time position.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits

RRSP matching program

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a technical position.
• Registered Engineer or eligible for registration as an EIT with a Canadian engineering organization.
• Maintain a class 5 driver’s license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Writing and planning project scope, proposals, estimates, change notices, budgets.
• Prepare estimates, procurement support, material take-offs, requisitions.
• Provide construction support and respond to information requests.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Our Substation team is currently looking to add an Senior Project Engineer to our growing team, based in Vaughan, ON.

Reporting to the Director, Technical Services, the Senior Project Engineer is responsible for nurturing and strengthening relationships with internal teams and clients, serving as the primary technical point of contact for clients as needed. Responsibilities also include offering construction support, generating non-compliance reports when necessary, and promptly addressing inquiries from the construction team while ensuring the completion of project documentation. Additionally, the position entails identifying and suggesting solutions for issues and meticulously reviewing specifications, drawings, and test reports to uphold high-quality design standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Writing and planning project scope, proposals, estimates, change notices, budgets and similar documents
• Development of material and construction specifications
• Prepare estimates, procurement support, material take-offs, requisitions, design packages and technical evaluations
• Track reception of material and inventory
• Maintain and enhance relationships with internal groups and clients
• Provide construction support, write non-compliances reports (when necessary), and responding to information requests from construction team and ensuring project documentation is completed
• Find, recommend, and provide solutions to problems
• Checking specifications, drawings and test reports to ensure high quality design
• Run the Quality Plan and ensure the validity of documents related to the quality and monitors them
• Act as liaison and technical resources for all construction personnel on the project
• Other duties as requested and assigned

Requirements

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related field from a recognized institution
• Minimum 10 years of experience in technical position
• Registered Engineer or eligible for registration as an EIT with a Canadian engineering organization
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Able to travel and work on rotation
• Maintain a class 5 driver’s license in good standing

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

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• Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
• Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.