Project Manager - Mechanical

Role: Project Manager - Mechanical
Location: Halifax, NS
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 700 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. In addition, we are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work™ and selected as one of Canada’s Best Workplaces™ for the highly collaborative culture we’ve built and for empowering employees to do great work!

This Opportunity

The Halifax office of Smith + Andersen is seeking a seasoned Mechanical Project Manager to join our growing team. Among the many residential, commercial, and retail projects you will work on is one of the largest healthcare projects in the Maritimes! As a professional Engineer, you are driven by your meticulous work ethic, and the technical know-hows of mechanical engineering. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the building services industry with a proven track record of successfully executing complex projects.

As part of our talented team, you will leave a noteworthy impact on the local community. Without a doubt, this position offers a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity for the right individual who is seeking to take their career to new heights.

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

Transit Subsidy Program

Wide variety of community and social events

Great Place to Work-Certified™

Best Workplaces™ in Canada

Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness™

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. Review and manage the design in terms of construction budgets.

Perform, or arrange for, reviews of existing installation and interpret/manage the impact on the project.

Prepare all calculations and select all equipment. May assign tasks to designer and CAD Technician where appropriate.

Ensure proper coordination of document with the internal and external project team (architect, interior designer, and other disciplines).

Responsible for reviewing all deliverables for the project whether reports, calculations, drawings, or/and specifications. Review for completeness and accuracy at various stages of development and as defined by internal total quality management.

Promote and enforce company standards relating to project administration, documentation and processes such as total quality management.

Where requested by the Principal-in-charge or Associate Principal, act as contract administrator for designated projects, ensuring timely completion of all contract administration activities for project.

Ensure that shop drawing review process takes place within project timelines.

Coordinate with the contract administration team regarding drawing reviews, proper set up of contract administration process and site activities.

Prepare all change notices or reviews change notices issued by contract administration team.

Responsible for ensuring tasks are completed both accurately and with the assigned hours/fee.

Respond to both technical and financial queries related to the project.

Keep the Principal-in-charge or Associate Principal advised of all changes in scope of work and prepares amendments to the contract (e.g. Request of Additional fee-RAF) for review and submission to client.

Support the process of accounts…