Associate - Toronto, Canada - Smith + Andersen

Smith + Andersen

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Role:
Associate

Location:
Toronto, ON

Job Type:
Hybrid - WFH + In Office

Who We Are

Smith + Andersen is a trusted, Canadian, multi-disciplinary engineering firm with 10 offices in five provinces and approximately 600 employees.

At Smith + Andersen our employees contribute to some of the most 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 sustainability, mentorship and quality work that spans nearly six decades in business.

We are proud of the highly collaborative culture we have built and for empowering our employees to do great work

This Opportunity
The Toronto office of Footprint is seeking an experienced

Associate to support our energy modelling team. You are leader in energy conservation and sustainable design. You take initiative, are a hard worker, and you pride yourself on your friendly yet direct communication skills. You're looking forward to working on a diverse range of projects - many of which are leading examples of sustainable design.

Why choose Smith + Andersen?

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

What You'll Do:

Oversee assigned projects from conception to successful completion.
Represent Footprint at client meetings. Demonstrate effective leadership, client management and project management abilities.
Manage the delivery of energy modelling, LEED certification, and other sustainability certifications/measures related to new construction and existing building projects.
Lead technical discussions during the initial stages of complex projects (as required), in an effort to help establish the vision and objectives of the project.
Assign staff and provide technical guidance, supporting and mentoring project team members. Ensure adherence to quality standards and deliverables to clients.
Represent Footprint through the delivery of presentations to clients during industry conferences, project pursuits, and other internal and external events.
Provide written responses on behalf of the Footprint team for Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), and requests for Expressions of Interest (EOIs).
Develop and/or improve internal Footprint processes and procedures.
Analyze project profitability, revenue, and utilization.
Liaise with other disciplines, as required, while respecting the project status, major deadlines, and overall staffing requirements.
Establish and support the technical integrity of deliverables, scheduling, progress reporting, risk management, and client relation management.
Provide insight on project opportunities and outline potential risks and/or challenges.
As a leader of a member of the Smith + Andersen group of companies, provide holistic ownership of projects, remaining cognizant of the full discipline breadth and mindful of potential opportunities and/or challenges.
Lead and/or assist in human resources related activities, including staff recruitment, development, performance, and team member relations.

Who You Are:

Possess a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in architecture, engineering or environmental science and/or related field.
Must have LEED AP designation or specialty designation.
Proficient knowledge of building energy modeling techniques, software programs municipal green standards and provincial building codes.
Strong written and oral communication skills; able to communicate with both internal and external clients.
Highly innovative with an attention to detail; quick learner.
Excellent interpersonal and client relationship management skills.

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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.

Recruitment Agencies
Smith + Andersen is an equal opportunity employer.