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    Project Manager - Ottawa, ON, Canada - Smith + Andersen

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    Role: Project Manager - Electrical
    Location: Ottawa, ON

    Job Type: In Office

    Who We Are

    Smith + Andersen is a trusted, Canadian, multi-disciplinary engineering firm with ten office locations in five provinces and approximately 700 employees. At Smith + Andersen, our employees contribute to some of the most innovative and sustainable building design projects in Canada. The work we do has meaningful impact on the community by contributing to landmark projects such as hospitals, transit stations, parks, federal and provincial government buildings and post-secondary institutions. Our values drive and define everything we do, demonstrating a deep commitment to mentorship and quality work that spans nearly six decades in business. In addition, we are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work for the highly collaborative culture we've built and for empowering employees to do great work This Opportunity Our Ottawa office is seeking an Electrical Project Manager . You're all about prioritization. While everyone else is focused on their individual tasks, you've got an eye on the larger goals, and have a detailed road map for how to meet those goals. When others work with you, they know that deadlines won't slip and details won't get missed. As a natural leader, you're happiest when everyone is moving in the same direction, and you never hesitate to step up and get others the answers they need. You have clear communication skills, and can effectively wield those skills to make sure clients, consultants, and contractors are kept in the loop. You can easily manage multiple tasks without getting frazzled, and are eager to take on some of the biggest and most exciting projects in the country. Why Smith + Andersen?

    In addition to an exciting career filled with meaningful work, we offer:

    • Flexible hours and half day Fridays (all year round)
    • Comprehensive Group Health Benefits Program, including a Health Spending Account
    • Group Retirement Savings Plan (Employer and Employee Contributions)
    • Employee Share Ownership Program (ESOP)
    • Purchase Time Off Program (PTO)
    • Transit Subsidy Program
    • Wide variety of community and social events
    • Recognized as one of Canada's Best Workplaces 2024
    What You'll Do
    • Prepare, or assist Principal-in-charge with the development of all system engineering concepts (e.g. design brief) and concept report.
    • Prepare all calculations and select all equipment. May assign tasks to designer and BIM Technician where appropriate
    • Perform/arrange reviews of existing installation and manage the impact on the project.
    • Ensure shop drawing review process takes place within project timelines.
    • Respond to both technical and financial queries related to the project.
    • Review all deliverables for the project including reports, calculations, drawings, or/and specifications. Review for completeness and accuracy at various stages of development and as defined by S+A total quality management
    • Coordinate all documents with the internal/ external project team (architect, interior designer, and other disciplines).
    • Communicate all requirements to project teams, owner, and authorities having jurisdiction.
    • Fully understands Codes and Standards relevant for the project.
    • Ensure tasks are completed both accurately and with the assigned hours/fee.
    • Ensure the internal project team's coordination processes with other disciplines are complete.
    • Liaise with external consultants, vendors as required to ensure smooth project delivery.
    • Promote and enforce company standards for project administration, documentation and processes.
    • Act as contract administrator for designated projects, ensuring timely completion of all activities for project, where needed by Principal in charge
    • Prepare all change notices or reviews change notices issued by contract administration team.
    • Coordinate with the contract administration team regarding drawing reviews, proper set up of contract administration process and site activities
    • Review and manage the design in terms of construction budgets.
    • Understand, recommend and apply construction and/or project procurement methodologies to projects
    • Advise Principal-in-charge or AP advised of all changes in scope of work and prepares amendments to the contract for review and submission to client.
    • Prepare and continually monitor a schedule of tasks required to complete the project including bill-able hours and critical data required for performance.
    • Organize and attends meetings including client meetings.
    • Prepare and deliver presentations to client/owner.
    Who You Are
    • Possess 3 or more years of project engineering experience in the field of electrical building services
    • A senior C.E.T. with equivalent experience and abilities will also be considered.
    • Demonstrate a strong leadership qualities and ability to work independently.
    • Demonstrate the ability to work in a complex environment, dealing with multiple projects and clients.
    • Possess sound communications skills as demonstrated through client and staff relations.
    • Demonstrate experience working with other consultants and contractors, and coordination of major projects.
    • Knowledgeable about the provincial building code, electrical code, CSA, ULC, IEEE, IES and NFPA standards.
    • Have excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
    • LEED certification / Experience implementing sustainable design (LEED projects) is an asset.
    • Strong knowledge of engineering concepts, methods and standards.
    • Demonstrates initiative and practical problem solving.
    About Smith + Andersen Founded in 1965, Smith + Andersen is a trusted Canadian consulting engineering firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, London, Hamilton, Toronto, Ottawa, and Halifax. Smith + Andersen has organically grown from an established reputation as trusted mechanical and electrical consultants, reaching new levels of engineering and design excellence in the communications, security and audiovisual fields, and providing enhanced services such as lighting, building automation systems, and intelligent integrated systems design. Thanks to our client-focused approach, we are able to apply efficient, sustainable, and reliable design and engineering solutions on the most exciting projects across Canada. From fully-integrated hospitals and welcoming schools, to healthy workplaces and secure transit stations, we have established lasting relationships with public and private sector clients across the country. For more information about Smith + Andersen, please visit our website at . Accommodation Appropriate accommodations will be provided to candidates upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process. If you require accommodation during any phase of the hiring process please advise the Human Resources Specialist with whom you are in contact. Recruitment Agencies Smith + Andersen welcomes interest by individual applicants. For resumes or applications submitted by agencies or recruiters with which Smith + Andersen does not have an agreement in place, Smith + Andersen will not pay any referral with which Smith + Andersen does not have agreement place. Unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies or recruiters will be deemed to have been referred without fee or other charges. Smith + Andersen is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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