Full job description
Salary:
We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager/Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our Industrial Mechanical team in the Halifax, Nova Scotia head office.
The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, be a natural problem solver, have strong attention to detail, and have the ability to work independently. At CBCL, we work as a collaborative team, and foster development of new skills and growing together.
As a Project Manager and Senior Engineer in our Industrial Mechanical group, your role is to provide project management of multi-discipline projects and expertise in industrial mechanical systems. Strong candidates are expected to have a broad set of skills and knowledge in industrial projects in the energy and pulp and paper industries. Experience in energy transitions and emerging energy technologies would be considered an asset. Strong candidates shall possess project management skills as well as a broad knowledge of civil, structural, process, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines as they relate to project coordination and oversight.
Your Key Responsibilities:
Manage multi-discipline design projects in the industrial market sector.
Business development, sales, and proposal development.
Supervise drafters, designers, and subordinate engineers assigned to the project. This includes work assignments, scheduling, mentorship and quality review;
Coordinate meetings with internal disciplines, external consultants, clients, contractors, subcontractors, and vendors/fabricators.
Provide technical expertise in industrial systems.
Perform conceptual and detailed design engineering, analyses, and prepare reports for industrial mechanical projects;
Evaluate, select, and implement appropriate designs for reliable, cost effective, and efficient operation;
Coordinate with equipment manufacturers to select the most technically acceptable design solutions;
Utilize leading and current technologies in development of designs;
Prepare equipment cost estimating and manhours for Conceptual, FEED and Detailed Design phases as well as retrofit analysis;
Prepare drawings and construction specifications;
Review, interpret, and include client technical specifications in the bid & purchase specifications;
Prepare bid evaluations and administer technical contracts;
Evaluate manufacturer's or contractor's proposals, data, reports, etc., for conformance with technical specifications;
Prepare performance test procedures, document test results, and prepare test reports;
Support coordination and witnessing of startup, commissioning, and performance testing of industrial mechanical systems and equipment;
Develop and maintain expertise with renewable fuels, oil and natural gas, RNG, and Hydrogen.
Your Capabilities and Credentials:
Have or are eligible for P Eng. in NS and other provinces across Canada;
7-10+ years of experience in a related field;
Experience with working on projects from early conceptual to detailed engineering and on to project start-up and operations support;
Experience in the role of Responsible Engineer on larger projects;
Have mentoring skills and work with and encourage junior staff;
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills;
Experience to handle multiple jobs/projects on a weekly basis;
Excellent organizational skills and time management skills; self-paced.
Having the following additional experience and competencies will have added advantage:
Experience in the role of Lead Mechanical Engineer and Project Manager on projects;
Experience in equipment installation, commissioning, & start-up support at site;
Experience in working in hydrogen, carbon capture, or other emerging clean energy technologies;
Collaborates well;
Communicates effectively;
Customer focused;
Instills trust.
What we can offer you:
A competitive compensation package effective on your first day of employment:
Comprehensive health and dental benefits
Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching contributions
Generous vacation allowance commensurate with experience
Employee ownership potential
Employer contributions towards maternity leave top up
Health and wellness Incentive
Membership dues reimbursement
Education and lifelong learning subsidization
Community volunteering incentive
Employee Family Assistance Program
In addition to the above benefits, we offer:
Flexible hours and locations to support work/life balance, including hybrid or remote options;
Diverse team with a wide range of experience and expertise;
Exposure to a variety of projects;
Support to develop skills and pursue projects related to your own interests;
Collaboration between multiple disciplines and levels of expertise;
Mentoring opportunities to foster your personal and professional development;
Accessible and central offices in Atlantic Canada and Ottawa;
Access to training opportunities in areas ranging from technical development to leadership skills;
About Us
As an employee-owned firm, at CBCL, our people are everything. We are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity for a workplace where everyone can thrive, and we build long-term relationships with our clients while providing them with innovative solutions.
We have earned recognition as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers and one of Canada's Best Managed Companies. Our multitalented group of professionals offer consulting in the Infrastructure, Water and Wastewater, Buildings, Industrial, and Earth and Environment sectors. We value our people, our communities, and our history and look forward to continuing our steady growth.
Along with our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint corporately, CBCL develops and implements sustainable engineering solutions that respect the current social and environmental impacts, as well as future implications of our designs.
CBCL operates from its twelve offices in Halifax and Sydney, NS; Charlottetown, PE; Saint John, Fredericton and Moncton, NB; St. John's, NL, and Ottawa, ON.
CBCL Limited strives to provide a diverse workplace that is inclusive, accessible and celebrates individuals and what makes us unique.
Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. Please let us know by emailing hr@cbcl.ca.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those applicants who are selected to interview will be contacted.
