Electrical Engineering Project Manager

Job Summary

The Project Manager will actively engage with clients and project stakeholders at all phases of the project execution cycle to ensure adherence to budget, schedule and quality of deliverables. This individual will provide a combination of technical oversight and coordination support for various residential, commercial and industrial projects.

Education & Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized postsecondary institution with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma, or equivalent.


• Professional Engineer or CET designation, or eligible for registration with APEGA/ASET.


• 3 or more years of design experience of electrical engineering experience in power distribution systems.


• Project management experience would strongly be considered an asset.


• Familiarity with AutoCAD software.


• Up to date first aid and CPR certification.


• Valid driver’s licence with no at fault accidents.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with and actively lead the design team to deliver high quality client service that maintains technical excellence, budget, schedule and contractual requirements.


• Coordinate project activities with contractors, project teams, management, client, vendors and other resources and stakeholders to ensure efficiency and continuous improvement.


• Facilitate coordination and communication with utilities and other stakeholders regarding design requirements.


• Execute electrical engineering activities within a scope of work that includes conceptual design development through to detailed design, procurement support, construction support and commissioning, depending on the needs of the client.


• Actively engage directly with clients to understand their requirements and expectations and deliver top quality solutions.


• Support Vice President in business development activities such as developing existing client relationships and identifying new opportunities.


• Support new project setup and implementation, and ensure teams align to project standards and guidelines.


• Produce project reports that monitor and report on project schedules and budgets.


• Manage schedules ensuring work is completed according to the defined contractual scope and execution strategy.


• Report to the VP on progress of work and ensure coordination between the engineering and design team.


• Assist in the development of work practices and procedures.


• Engage with contractors and/or site personnel to gather required documentation information, address construction issues or changes to schedule.


• Travel to client sites for project scoping, verification, construction support and meeting with clients as needed.


• Ensure all safety procedures and processes are followed with the goal of zero injury.


• Work safely and follow all rules and procedures including attending and participating in safety meetings and completing all required safety orientation and training.


• Conduct drawing review, upon drawing approval from the technical team.


• Completion of other relevant duties as required.

Skills & Knowledge

• Client service oriented


• Leadership abilities


• Excellent organizational and time management skills


• Dependable self-starter


• High attention to detail


• Ability to work both independently and within a team


• Analytical and creative problem solving skills


• Strong written and verbal communication


• Continuous learner

Position Conditions

• Job is performed in an office environment but site travel (approximately 20%) will be required depending on the client.