Project Manager, Mechanical

PMM-2017-08

Edmonton, AB

Sep 22, 2017

Arrow Engineering Inc.

Arrow Engineering invests a great deal of resources into finding and supporting the best and brightest in the industry. We believe it is our strong team of people that sets us apart.

Our highly diversified team provides clients with a full complement of Mechanical, Electrical, Structural, and Civil engineering, including projects with a Sustainable Design focus.

Over the years we have worked throughout Western Canada and the North, providing consulting engineering services for more than 8,000 projects across 25 different sectors of the construction industry.

At Arrow, we believe in first building a relationship with our clients so we can truly understand their needs and the needs of the end user while we design. This ensures we stay flexible and focused, and that we deliver exactly what they are looking for. With clear lines of communication and upfront expectations, we know we have the expertise to handle any job.

Our client-focused approach allows us to meet budgets, timelines, and deliver high-quality, industry-leading results.

We are fully licensed to deliver on projects throughout Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and the Northwest Territories.

Purpose

Providing guidance and support for Arrow’s mechanical engineering team, the Project Manager has shared responsibility for the performance and success of our mechanical engineering team, and firm, respectively. This position will report directly to the Principal or Senior Project Manager, work independently, and with minimal supervision, while working in collaboration with various colleagues and external partners. The incumbent will actively guide a professional team working on various mechanical engineering projects represented by a broad range of client sectors. The work environment is of high volume, offering a range of project complexities and requires a high level of responsibility.

Responsibilities

This role encompasses, however, is not limited to the following duties:

• Actively participates in projects, providing guidance, client input/feedback, and general direction
• Leads the design team on the project, monitors mechanical designs for building construction to ensure efficient and sustainable project delivery
• Successfully develops relationships with clients, industry affiliates, engineers, technologists, technicians, and construction personnel
• Manages all aspects associated with client relationship management and project service delivery
• Meet with clients regarding projects, progress reporting, and the resolution of issues, as required
• Oversees the entire project life cycle, from preliminary services through project implementation
• Coordinates the preparation of engineering specifications and drawings, quantity and cost estimates
• Ultimately responsible for ensuring the mechanical drawings and specifications meet established project criteria and applicable standards
• Develops standards related to our mechanical engineering practice, ensuring best practices for project management and delivery
• Utilization of industry specific software and related technologies in design and analysis
• Preparation of reports, budgets, project plans, and other supporting documentation, as required
• When necessary, involvement with a variety of agencies for project approvals and permitting purposes
• Estimating and scheduling of projects, procurement of materials, and update / maintenance of company-related resources

Education

A Mechanical Engineering degree from a recognized university. P.Eng. credential is required for this role. LEED Accreditation and experience with sustainable design initiatives is considered an asset.

Experience

Eight to ten years of experience in consulting mechanical design engineering for buildings is required. A comprehensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel, along with AutoCAD drafting experience are required. Experience with Revit would be considered an asset.

Character Strengths

• Excellent command of English grammar, spelling and composition, as well as oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional, energetic and action-oriented
• Strong organization, time management, and prioritization skills
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work individually and as a team member, within a dynamic, fast-paced, deadline driven environment
• Effectively manages a variety of projects and/or initiatives, often occurring simultaneously
• Able to balance work and personal requirements
• Sense of humour
• Enjoys working in a professional office environment, and is able to work outside of normal business hours, when necessary

If you are interested in this position, please send your resume and cover letter to careers@arrowonline.ca