Facilities Engineer

Department Vice-President Facilities & Operations - Engineering & Technical Services Salary range $72,625 to $121,041 Posted date May 30, 2024 Closing date June 12, 2024 Position Type Full Time While this position welcomes applications from the public, please note that preference will be given to current employees at the University of Alberta. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status. This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA). In accordance with the Administrative and Professional Officer Agreement , this full-time continuing position offers a comprehensive benefits package found on our Benefits Overview page and annual salary range of $72,625 to $121,041. Location - This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton. Working at the University of Alberta The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community. The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 14,000 faculty and staff, over 40,000 students and 260,000 alumni worldwide. Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people -- from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more . Working for Asset Management & Operations Building service workers, engineers, technologists, peace officers and tradespeople help keep all five of our campuses maintained and operating safely and efficiently. Asset Management & Operations supports our community through operating, maintaining and renewing our infrastructure and providing a number of safety and security services. Position Reporting to the Manager of Engineering, the Facilities Engineer is responsible for assessing University facility assets (within owned, operated or leased spaces) including scoping and optimizing the layout of critical operational systems as well as overseeing the maintenance renewals of related infrastructure and equipment. This role requires significant experience in specialized and diverse systems and building types (i.e. residential, research intensive, academic, etc.). The Facilities Engineer will not directly perform/complete design work but will oversee Consulting Engineers who do. Duties

• Set University guidelines, champion the data collection and use with Facilities & Operations.
• Determining facility and equipment specifications.
• Analyzing project costs and preparing budgets.
• Scope and oversee the implementation of facility expansion, layout, various systems, and quality controls.
• Work within the BIM and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) institutional implementation strategies.
• Planning and coordinating infrastructure and equipment maintenance schedules and activities.
• Coordinating and overseeing contractors performing maintenance activities.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, building codes, and health and safety standards.
• Liaising with technical stakeholders and providing oversight for facility condition assessments.
• Identifies and manages strategic maintenance requirements that involve integration across multiple sites or asset groups
• Analyses maintenance data to identify improvement actions for asset strategies and tactics.
• Guide and support Trades Infrastructure Maintenance and Operations technical staff on or operating issues or projects.
• Develop quality management processes including reviews of construction packages (performance and property specifications) to ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Ensure appropriate contract administration is completed and appropriate code schedules are completed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering related discipline or equivalent accredited Degree in Architecture.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience as a Facilities or Building Engineer or similar role.
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng) with APEGA or Architect with AAA. Consideration will be given to Certified Engineering Technologist (CET), Professional Technologist (P.Tech) or Architectural Technologists with extensive related industry experience (15+ years).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Building Information Modelling (BIM), Integrated Work Management Systems (IWMS) as well as modern electronic document management systems.
• PMI PMP Certification would be considered an asset.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply. Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight June 12, 2024, Edmonton, Alberta local time.

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